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Secretary James Mattis Says U.S. Will Not Abandon Syria

Defense Secretary and amp;nbsp;James Mattis and amp;nbsp;told senators on Thursday that the U.S. military is not preparing to withdraw from Syria and that the presence of American troops is vital for continued anti-ISIS operations.

Apr 27, 2018

President Trump Toasts To French President Emmanuel Macron At State Dinner

The Trump administrations and amp;nbsp;first state dinner was attended by White House press secretary Sarah Sanders, and amp;nbsp;Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, Defense Secretary James Mattis and Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen as well as special guests and amp;nbsp;French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte.

Apr 25, 2018

Trump says 'big price to pay' for Syria chemical attack

The Syrian state denied government forces had launched any chemical attack and Russia, President Bashar al-Assad's most powerful ally, called the reports bogus.

Apr 9, 2018

Trump reinstates ban on most transgenders from serving in military: Quick facts

The White House announced the order to ban transgenders from serving in the military late Friday, but the new policy will not have an immediate practical effect.

Mar 24, 2018

All wars come to an end, Mattis says, reporting Taliban interest in Afghan peace talks

General Mattis talks in Kabul, Afghanistan about Taliban interest in peace negotiations.

Mar 14, 2018

Survival strategies: US Marine drinks blood straight from cobra's mouth as part of training drill [Photos]

As per the instructors, the purpose of teaching them how to eat scorpions and tarantulas is to help the soldiers survive in extreme and emergency situations.

Feb 20, 2018

Japanese politician opposes US military base in Okinawa

A Japanese mayor opposed to a U.S. Marine base on Okinawa has staked his re-election run on moving the base. And while Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has agreed with U.S. Secretary of Defense James Mattis to move the base to a different site, base opponents are not happy. Critics oppose the plan to move Air Station Futenma to the northern city of Nago and instead want the base moved off of Okinawa entirely.

Jan 31, 2018

James Mattis watches Indonesian forces drink snake blood, walk on fire and break bricks

U.S. Defense Secretary James Mattis watched a rare military demonstration by Indonesia that showcased the unique skills of its forces.

Jan 24, 2018

Secretary of Defense James Mattis outlines various global threats

US Defense Secretary James Mattis released the Pentagons new National Defense Strategy on 19 January 2018

Jan 23, 2018

What happens in a US government shutdown?

In shutdowns, nonessential government employees are furloughed and workers deemed essential, including those dealing with public safety and national security, keep working.

Jan 20, 2018

Pakistan 'put on notice' for inaction against terrorists by Trump, says Mike Pence

The US has several times called for an urgent need for Pakistan to show its true commitment to its fight against terrorism. Read on to know why Trump has put Pakistan on notice.

Dec 22, 2017

Destroy terror 'safe havens' or else US will: CIA tells Pakistan

The statement by CIA Director Mike Pompeo came ahead of US Defence Secretary Jim Mattis's visit to Islamabad where he will persuade Pakistan to support the new US strategy on Afghanistan.

Dec 4, 2017

Amid war hysteria, is North Korea subverting a great sporting event South is about to host?

South Korea is struggling to attract visitors for the Winter Olympics 2018 as people are wary of travelling to the tense border town that hosts the Games.

Nov 22, 2017

US Defence Secretary Mattis says Pakistan can be held accountable in its fight against terrorism

"But our principle, going into this, is that we are going to work with Pakistan and make this work, so that there's no longer a threat coming across the border there," he said.

Nov 10, 2017

Defense Secretary Mattis at Korean DMZ: Our goal is not war

US Defense Secretary James Mattis spoke beside South Korean Defense Minister Song Young-Moo during his visit to the DMZ on 27 October.

Oct 27, 2017

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