US defence secretary works out with marines ahead of first NATO meeting

Hegseth Vows ‘100% Control’ Of US-Mexico Border As Trump Ramps Up Security Measures

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has pledged “100% operational control” of the US-Mexico border, ramping up security under President Donald Trump’s directive. During his visit to El Paso, he met Border Patrol agents, soldiers, and officials, outlining policies to curb illegal migration, human trafficking, and drug smuggling. 500 additional soldiers have been deployed to Texas to strengthen border operations. Trump’s administration has issued executive orders reinforcing sovereignty and expulsion measures. Former South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem also reaffirmed Trump’s commitment to securing the border and supporting law enforcement agencies. #USMexicoBorder #BorderSecurity #IllegalImmigration #TrumpAdministration #Hegseth #KristiNoem #BorderCrisis #BorderWall #BorderControl #ImmigrationPolicy #MigrantCrisis #TexasBorder #SouthernBorder #LawAndOrder #CBP #BorderPatrol #Trump2025 #NationalSecurity #ElPaso #Texas #Peripheral Also Read Pentagon Announces Deployment of 1,500 Active Duty Troops for US-Mexico Border Security :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/pentagon-deploys-1500-active-duty-troops-us-mexico-border-011-4050281.html?ref=DMDesc Mike Gallagher Wont Run for Reelection After Opposing Mayorkas Impeachment :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/mike-gallagher-impeachment-reelection-gen-3748123.html?ref=DMDesc Rep. Mike Gallagher Declines Fifth Term After Opposing Mayorkas Impeachment :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/mike-gallagher-declines-fifth-term-after-opposing-mayorkas-impeachment-gen-3748119.html?ref=DMDesc ~ED.194~HT.336~GR.344~

Washington Crash: Donald Trump blames Biden, Obama For Crash; Black Box Recovered

A tragic mid-air collision near Washington, D.C., between American Eagle Flight 5342 and a U.S. Army Black Hawk left 64 dead. President Trump, in a White House briefing, blamed DEI hiring policies for possible aviation failures, igniting political backlash. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared an end to DEI in the military. Investigators are examining the cause of the crash as emergency teams continue recovery efforts. The disaster has raised concerns over aviation safety and government accountability. #Trump #PlaneCrash #BreakingNews #WashingtonDC #FAA #AviationSafety #BlackHawk #MilitaryCrash #DEI #Politics #TrumpSpeech #Investigation #USArmy #FAAReform #PotomacCrash #NewsUpdate #AviationDisaster #GovernmentResponse #EmergencyRescue #FlightAccident #Live #Peripheral Also Read Saddened By Loss Of Lives: PM Modi Offers Condolence Over US Plane Crash That Killed 67 :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/saddened-by-loss-of-lives-pm-modi-offers-condolence-over-us-plane-crash-that-killed-67-4058231.html?ref=DMDesc Washington DC Plane Crash: Black Box From Aircraft Found As 28 Bodies Pulled Out From River :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/washington-dc-plane-crash-black-box-from-aircraft-found-as-28-bodies-pulled-out-from-river-4058179.html?ref=DMDesc Marco Rubio Highlights Trump's Genuine Interest in Greenland and Panama Canal Due to China Threats :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/rubio-trump-greenland-panama-canal-china-concerns-011-4058145.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.318~GR.125~ED.346~

Trump Mocks Biden, Calls Him an ‘Embarrassment to U.S’ | ‘This War Never Would Have Happened If…’

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has launched a scathing attack on President Joe Biden, blaming him for escalating the Ukraine conflict and calling his leadership an "embarrassment." In an interview with the New York Post, Trump insisted that the war "never would have happened" if he were in office, citing his strong relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin. While withholding specifics, Trump claimed he has a concrete plan to end the war "fast," contrasting it with Biden’s prolonged approach. He also slammed Biden’s decision to allow Ukraine to use U.S.-supplied long-range weapons, calling it “stupid” and accusing the administration of fueling the conflict. #Trump #Biden #TrumpMocksBiden #UkraineWar #RussiaUkraine #TrumpVsBiden #USPolitics #Geopolitics #NATO #Putin #ForeignPolicy #WhiteHouse #Trump2024 #BidenFails #WarCrisis #GlobalTensions Also Read US Prez Trump Says He's Revoking Biden's Security Clearance, Ending Intelligence Briefings In Payback Move :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/us-prez-trump-says-hes-revoking-bidens-security-clearance-ending-intelligence-briefings-in-paybac-4065405.html?ref=DMDesc PM Modi To Meet Trump In US On Feb 12-13, First Visit After Second-Term Inauguration :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/pm-modi-to-meet-trump-in-us-on-feb-12-13-first-visit-after-second-term-inauguration-4064959.html?ref=DMDesc Trump Administration Plans Major USAID Overhaul, To Fire Over 10K Staff :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-administration-plans-major-usaid-overhaul-to-fire-over-10k-staff-4064547.html?ref=DMDesc ~PR.152~PR.85~HT.336~GR.124~

U.S President Trump- Japan PM Ishiba Declare Senkaku Islands Under NATO Defense, Tariff Threats Loom

US President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba have declared that the disputed Senkaku Islands fall under NATO’s collective defense. The move heightens tensions with China, which claims the islands as its own. During their meeting, Trump also threatened tariffs on Japanese goods if the trade deficit isn’t balanced. Ishiba, seeking stronger ties, praised Trump’s leadership and pledged increased US investments and defense purchases. As Washington and Tokyo reaffirm their alliance, the growing geopolitical rift with Beijing adds uncertainty to regional stability. #Trump #Japan #China #SenkakuIslands #NATO #USJapanRelations #TradeWar #Tariffs #Geopolitics #SouthChinaSea #ShigeruIshiba #Tokyo #Washington #ForeignPolicy #MilitaryAlliance #AsiaPacific #BilateralTies #DefenseStrategy #EconomicThreats #BreakingNews ~HT.318~GR.122~ED.103~

Thousands in Slovakia protest against what they say is PM Fico's pro-Russia stance

Fico's views on Russia have largely differed from the European mainstream. He ended Slovakia's military aid for Ukraine, criticised European Union sanctions on Russia and vowed to block Ukraine from joining NATO.

The EU prepares retaliatory measures as tensions rise with the United States

The European Union is up in arms as Donald Trump carries out his tariff threat. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and some MEPs called for unity.

Trump Wants to ‘Take Over’ Gaza; Germany Fires Back | Olaf Scholz Calls Trump’s Plan a ‘Scandal’

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has strongly condemned former U.S. President Donald Trump's proposal to "take over" Gaza and relocate Palestinians elsewhere, calling it a "scandal" and a violation of international law. Speaking during a televised debate ahead of Germany’s February elections, Scholz emphasized that forced resettlement is unacceptable, citing opposition from Egypt and Jordan. CDU leader Friedrich Merz also criticized Trump’s remarks but urged caution, noting that much of Trump's rhetoric may not translate into action. The controversy adds to rising tensions as Germany's political landscape heats up ahead of the crucial vote. #Trump #Gaza #OlafScholz #GermanyVsTrump #MiddleEastCrisis #InternationalLaw #Palestine #USForeignPolicy #TrumpPlan #GermanyPolitics #CDU #FriedrichMerz #ScholzVsTrump #GlobalTensions #BreakingNews Also Read Donald Trump To Announce 25% Tariffs On Steel And Aluminum Imports :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/us-president-donald-trump-to-announce-25-tariffs-on-steel-and-aluminum-imports-on-monday-4066973.html?ref=DMDesc US Prez Trump Says He's Revoking Biden's Security Clearance, Ending Intelligence Briefings In Payback Move :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/us-prez-trump-says-hes-revoking-bidens-security-clearance-ending-intelligence-briefings-in-paybac-4065405.html?ref=DMDesc Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's Washington Visit Aims to Establish Trust with President Trump :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/japan-ishiaba-washington-trip-trump-connection-011-4065309.html?ref=DMDesc ~PR.152~HT.336~GR.124~