US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin overturned plea deals for 9/11 attack mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants, reinstating them as death-penalty cases.
This decision follows backlash from victims' families and Republican lawmakers.
Austin reserved authority for pre-trial agreements, citing the decision's significance.
The move highlights ongoing challenges in prosecuting 9/11 suspects, the political sensitivity of these cases, and their enduring impact on US policy and national security.
The U.S. ramps up its military presence in the Middle East with the deployment of ballistic missile destroyers and B-52 bombers, as tensions rise following Iranian threats against Israel. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has ordered these strategic assets to enhance deterrence and protect American personnel and allies in the region. This deployment coincides with reports of Iran potentially preparing to launch strikes against Israel, heightening concerns ahead of the U.S. presidential election. As the conflict escalates, including Israel's ongoing military operations in Gaza and Lebanon, the U.S. reaffirms its commitment to regional stability and defense.
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Defence ministers from the UK, US and Australia, have said they will work closely together to boost global security, following the conclusion of a landmark Aukus meeting in London. Defence secretary John Healey hosted US counterpart Lloyd Austin and Australian deputy prime minister Richard Marles at a meeting of Aukus in London. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Defence Ministers from Australia, the USA and the UK have met in London for a landmark meeting. Defence secretary John Healey hosted US secretary of Defence Lloyd James Austin III and Australian deputy prime minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles to discuss the importance of the AUKUS partnership.
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The Republican's announcement follows continued scrutiny over a federal sex trafficking investigation that cast doubt on his ability to be confirmed as the nation's chief federal law enforcement officer.
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Rep. Nicole Malliotakis is standing by Holtermann’s Bakery a week after Whoopi Goldberg accused the Staten Island institution of snubbing her order based on.. TMZ.com
Ukraine's Center for Countering Disinformation has removed multiple bulletins criticizing Tulsi Gabbard following her nomination as director of national intelligence by President-elect Trump. The former Democratic congresswoman, now Republican, has consistently opposed US military interventions and advocated for diplomatic solutions in Ukraine. Previously accused of spreading Russian disinformation by CCD, Gabbard has maintained critical positions on Ukraine's leadership and conflict resolution approaches.
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Tulsi Gabbard, a former Democrat and the first Hindu member of the US Congress, has been appointed as the new director of national intelligence by US President-elect Donald Trump. The 43-year-old can contribute her "fearless spirit" to the intelligence community, according to Trump, who called her a "proud Republican." Despite having served in the US Army, Gabbard has never held a senior position in an intelligence organization.
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