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NATO
Pentagon’s New Defense Strategy Shifts Focus, Calls Russia a ‘Persistent but Manageable Threat’
The 34-page report moves the security of the US homeland and the Western Hemisphere to the top of the list, replacing China as the central concern for US defense planning.
Jan. 24, 2026
Pentagon
Pushing Back on Trump’s National Security Vision, Congress Advances Pro-European Defense Act
After hardline Republicans cave, lower house moves forward on a $9B Pentagon bill that includes $400M in guaranteed defense funds for Kyiv.
Dec. 11, 2025
Ukraine
US Congress Loads Defense Bill With Europe-First Muscle
Bill locks in long-term support for Ukraine, mandates troop levels in Europe, and codifies the Baltic Security Initiative as US strategy hardens against Russia.
Dec. 8, 2025
Romania
Congress Blasts Pentagon Over Romania Troop Pullout, Warns Move ‘Emboldens Kremlin’
Rare bipartisan alliance pushes back against the Trump administration, arguing the timing of US military reduction contradicts the goal of securing peace in Europe.
Nov. 7, 2025
Ukraine
Pentagon Concedes Russian Threat as Trump-Era Policy Shop Faces Revolt in Senate Hearing
US Senators lash out after quiet decisions to pause military aid to Kyiv and pull a US brigade from Romania baffle lawmakers and allies on NATO’s eastern flank.
Nov. 5, 2025
NATO
US Lawmakers Plan to Sandbag Pentagon’s Europe Drawdown, Sources Tell Kyiv Post
A bipartisan alliance of defense heavyweights in Congress are moving to block the Trump administration’s controversial plan to pull troops out of Romania and other NATO outposts on Russia’s frontier.
Nov. 2, 2025
Ukraine
US to Trim Forces in Bulgaria, Hungary, and Slovakia Starting Next Month After Romania Move
Washington notifies capitals of “marginal” force recalibration, prompting fears over its commitment. Veteran diplomat calls plan a “mistake,” warning against sending “the wrong signal” to Moscow.
Oct. 31, 2025
US
Pentagon Chief Pledges Major Military Overhaul, Criticizes ‘Ideological Garbage’
Speaking to generals called in from bases worldwide, he said the department would remove identity-focused programs, diversity offices, and other initiatives he called divisive or distracting.
Updated: Sept. 30, 2025
US
‘They’ve No Idea What It Means’: Hegseth Orders Hundreds of Generals to Secret Virginia Meeting
The US military has around 800 generals and admirals, with each commander expected to travel with advisers and aides, the gathering could run into the thousands.
Sept. 26, 2025
US
Pentagon Demands Journalists Sign Pledge Not to Publish Certain Info or Lose Access
Reporters face new Pentagon rules requiring them to pledge not to publish sensitive info, giving the Defense Department sweeping control over coverage.
Sept. 20, 2025
US
‘Question of Time Before Munitions Run Out’: Ukraine Risks Air Defense Shortfall as US Cools Supply
The slowdown in air defense munitions from the US followed a memo from Pentagon policy chief Elbridge Colby, urging a shift in focus to countering China.
Sept. 9, 2025
War in Ukraine
US Signals Minimal Role in Ukraine Security Guarantees, Leaves Burden to Europe – Politico
US defense official Elbridge Colby told allies Washington will play only a limited role in Ukraine’s security guarantees, signaling Europe must take the lead in ensuring lasting peace.
Aug. 21, 2025
F-16
US to Make More AMRAAMs – Some Destined for Ukraine
The Pentagon just awarded a $3.5 billion contract to make more Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM) fielded by Ukraine’s F-16s – with Kyiv among the listed recipients.
Aug. 1, 2025
Drones
‘It’s Unprecedented’ – US-German Firm Shipping 33K AI-Powered ‘Strike Kits’
As part of US aid package to Ukraine, a company will provide Kyiv with tens of thousands of “AI-powered weapons systems” that replace manual drone operators and reportedly cannot be jammed.
July 28, 2025
US
Meet LUCAS: Pentagon’s Modular Reply to Iran’s Shahed
The American-made low-cost kamikaze drone features a modular system where it can carry different payloads depending on mission requirements.
July 17, 2025
Top News
Trump Sending Kellogg to Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome
The Pentagon’s “absolute mess” created trying to end aid to Ukraine unilaterally means “there’s real pressure on the US to bring something meaningful to the table,” a policy analyst tells Kyiv Post.
July 7, 2025