Pentagon says STILL no evidence for NYT’s ‘Russian bounties’ story as US envoy hails Moscow’s support for Afghan peace talks

The Pentagon has still seen no proof for reports that Russia paid the Taliban to kill US troops in Afghanistan, a defense official said, while a senior US diplomat noted Moscow has instead supported the country’s peace process. … Read More >Pentagon says STILL no evidence for NYT’s ‘Russian bounties’ story as US envoy hails Moscow’s support for Afghan peace talks

US to pull back 2,200 troops from Iraq, Pentagon confirms…but several thousand more still to stay

The Pentagon will reduce presence in Iraq from 5,200 to 3,000 troops this month, it announced on Wednesday in a long-anticipated move. The withdrawal is touted as acknowledging Baghdad’s progress in building its own forces. … Read More >US to pull back 2,200 troops from Iraq, Pentagon confirms…but several thousand more still to stay

Top US general rushes to defend Pentagon after Trump accuses it of colluding with weapon manufacturers to fight endless wars

Army Chief of Staff General James McConville has vehemently rejected Donald Trump’s comments alleging that the military’s top commanders wish to entangle the US in as many wars as possible in order to enrich weapon manufacturers. … Read More >Top US general rushes to defend Pentagon after Trump accuses it of colluding with weapon manufacturers to fight endless wars

Pentagon pledges $40 million to State Dept. toward countering foreign propaganda. Tuesday, February 27, 2018

The Pentagon has agreed to give $40 million to the U.S. State Department to help counter foreign propaganda and disinformation amid ongoing concerns raised by the role of both by Russian operatives accused of interfering in affairs abroad. … Read More >Pentagon pledges $40 million to State Dept. toward countering foreign propaganda. Tuesday, February 27, 2018

Pentagon refers to journalists as ‘adversaries’ & Ellen DeGeneres’ workplace under investigation

A new mandatory Pentagon training course refers to journalists and protesters as “adversaries.” Comedian and tv host Ellen DeGeneres’ workplace is under internal investigation, following multiple accusations by employees of mistreatment. … Read More >Pentagon refers to journalists as ‘adversaries’ & Ellen DeGeneres’ workplace under investigation