No policy change on transgender ban yet, say top US general
The US military`s top officer directed military heads on Thursday not to implement any changes to current policy on transgender personnel, a day after President Donald Trump tweeted they would be banned from serving.
Jul 27, 2017, 23:07 PM IST
Donald Trump bans transgenders from US military
US military will no longer allow transgender individuals to serve in "any capacity" in the military.
Jul 26, 2017, 19:26 PM IST
United States tells India, China to reduce tension through direct dialogue
The United States has encouraged India and China to engage in a direct dialogue free of any coercive aspects.
Jul 22, 2017, 11:26 AM IST
Denial of USD 350mn aid to Pakistan reality, not policy: United States
United States Defence Secretary Jim Mattis has said that his refusal to give certification to Congress that Pakistan was taking action against the Haqqani network is not a reflection of a new tougher policy against Islamabad, but simply an assessment of the current state of play.
Jul 22, 2017, 09:59 AM IST
Abu Bakr-al Baghdadi still alive, says US Defence Secretary James Mattis
US Defence Secretary James Mattis believes Islamic State leader Abu Bakr al- Baghdadi is still alive, shooting down claims he was killed in an air strike.
Jul 22, 2017, 09:47 AM IST
US will not pay Pakistan for military reimbursements: Pentagon
"The funds could not be released to the Government of Pakistan at this time because the secretary could not certify that Pakistan has taken sufficient action against the Haqqani Network per the requirement," Adam Stump, a Pentagon spokesman, told Reuters.
Jul 21, 2017, 19:43 PM IST
Pentagon concerned over Turkish media's leak of American base locations in Syria
The Pentagon has expressed concern over Turkish media releasing a list of classified U.S. military posts in Syria.
Jul 20, 2017, 11:01 AM IST
To boost defence cooperation with India, US House passes over USD 600 billion bill
The US House of Representatives has passed a USD 621.5 billion defence policy bill that proposes to advance defence cooperation with India.
Jul 15, 2017, 09:57 AM IST
Head of Islamic State in Afghanistan killed: Pentagon
Pentagon spokeswoman Dana White said in a statement that other members of the Islamic State group were killed in the strike on Tuesday.
Jul 15, 2017, 09:09 AM IST
Pentagon chief Jim Mattis says United States has no proof IS leader Baghdadi is dead
Pentagon chief Jim Mattis said on Friday that he cannot confirm whether or not Islamic State chief Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is alive or dead.
Jul 14, 2017, 20:46 PM IST
Pentagon delays plan for transgender recruits
The decision to delay the plan for six months was made on the eve of a deadline set by Mattis's predecessor, Ashton Carter, during Barack Obama's administration.
Jul 01, 2017, 09:20 AM IST
Pentagon asked to identify larger role for India in Afghanistan
The Pentagon has been asked by a key Senate panel to identify ways so that India can play a larger role in providing increased and coordinated defence- related support to war-torn Afghanistan.
Jun 30, 2017, 11:53 AM IST
Turkey returns fire on Kurdish YPG in Syria, warplanes hit militants in Iraq
Ankara considers the YPG as an extension of the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK), which is deemed a terrorist group by Turkey, the United States and the European Union.
Possible sale of Boeing C-17 aircraft to India approved: Pentagon
he Defense Security Cooperation Agency said in a statement it notified Congress on Monday of the sale, which includes four turbofan engines and a missile warning system.
Jun 27, 2017, 01:50 AM IST
United States ends role of special envoy to Afghanistan and Pakistan
A senior State Department official told AFP that acting special representative Laurel Miller left the post without a replacement being named.
Jun 24, 2017, 10:47 AM IST
India most reliable regional partner of Afghanistan: Pentagon
Afghanistan is "at a critical point" as it faces a continuous threat from as many as 20 insurgent and terrorist networks operating in the Afghanistan-Pakistan region, the Pentagon has said in a new report to Congress.
Jun 21, 2017, 17:13 PM IST
Afghan-oriented militants getting support from elements of Pak govt: Pentagon
In a damning report, the Pentagon has said Afghan-oriented militant groups, including the Taliban and Haqqani Network, benefit from "support" from elements of the Pakistan government.
Jun 21, 2017, 15:34 PM IST
India most reliable partner for Afghanistan: Pentagon
India is Afghanistan's most reliable regional partner, the Pentagon has said in its latest Afghan report, the first under the Trump administration.
Jun 21, 2017, 12:08 PM IST
US to send 4,000 additional troops to Afghanistan: Report
The Pentagon plans to send almost 4,000 additional United States troops to Afghanistan, according to reports.
Jun 16, 2017, 10:05 AM IST
Vietnam urges China to act responsibly in South China Sea
China has built up infrastructure on the four smaller outposts, including land-based guns and communications facilities.
Jun 15, 2017, 18:59 PM IST