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On Thursday, high-level officials gathered at the Pentagon to reinforce the longstanding defense partnership between the United States and Bahrain. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, welcomed Bahrain’s Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, who also serves as the country’s prime minister and deputy supreme commander of the Armed Forces.
During the opening of the meeting, Hegseth expressed appreciation for Bahrain’s enduring support of U.S. military installations, particularly highlighting the critical role of Bahrain as host to the U.S. Navy’s 5th Fleet since 1995. “The Kingdom of Bahrain has been a long-standing partner of the Department of Defense,” Hegseth stated, thanking the crown prince for welcoming thousands of U.S. service members and their families over the years.
The Secretary noted Bahrain’s pivotal contribution to recent military operations, emphasizing the country’s support for U.S. Central Command’s Operation Midnight Hammer, a strike on Iranian nuclear facilities conducted on June 22, 2025. Hegseth affirmed that the U.S. can consistently rely on Bahrain’s commitment to regional security.
Additionally, he acknowledged Bahrain’s role as one of the original signatories of the Abraham…
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United States and Bahrain sign Memorandum of Understanding Concerning Strategic Civil Nuclear Cooperation
In a significant diplomatic milestone, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain, signed a Memorandum of Understanding Concerning Civil Nuclear Cooperation (NCMOU) in Washington, D.C. This agreement aims to bolster peaceful nuclear cooperation between the two nations.
The signing underscores the enduring relationship and deep-rooted cooperation between the United States and Bahrain, particularly in the areas of security, energy, and commerce. The NCMOU builds on the Comprehensive Security Integration and Prosperity Agreement (C-SIPA), reflecting a shared commitment to enhancing energy security and promoting economic collaboration.
“This Memorandum is a crucial step towards establishing a robust civil nuclear partnership,” said Secretary Rubio. “Our goal is to enhance energy security and promote mutual prosperity while ensuring that the highest standards of nuclear safety, security, and nonproliferation are upheld.”
NCMOUs have emerged as vital diplomatic instruments during recent administrations, aimed at expanding strategic ties between the U.S. and its allies. By fostering these partnerships, the U.S. not only reinforces its international relationships but also promotes its industry and workforce.
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Among the aliens arrested were 32 child predators, 9 murderers, 16 gang or cartel members, and one alien convicted for hijacking an airplane
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Gabriel Martinez, the acting Field Office Director for ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) in Houston, emphasized the agency’s commitment to public safety. “Despite attempts by some to undermine our mission by spreading false and malicious rumors, the brave men and women of ICE continue to work tirelessly around the clock targeting dangerous criminal aliens to restore integrity to our nation’s immigration system,” Martinez stated. He added that the efforts made last month reflect the dedication to creating safer communities where families can thrive without fear of criminal activity.
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U.S., Thailand Navies reunite to commence CARAT Thailand 2025
By Nicole Choquette / Assistant Managing EditorThe U.S. Navy (USN), Royal Thai Navy (RTN), and Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) officially kicked off the 31st iteration of the Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) exercise in an opening ceremony held in Sattahip, Thailand.
This year, CARAT Thailand 2025 involves a series of maritime exercises both at sea in the Gulf of Thailand and ashore in Sattahip. The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Santa Barbara (LCS 32), equipped with an MH-60S Seahawk helicopter, will work alongside the RTN’s Naresuan-class frigate, HTMS Naresuan, Chao Phraya-class frigate HTMS Saiburi, and Rattanakosin-class corvette HTMS Rattanakosin.
During the ceremony, Capt. Matt Scarlett, commodore of Destroyer Squadron 7 and head of the U.S. delegation, emphasized the importance of the exercise. “This year, as we operate alongside our Royal Thai and Canadian Navy partners, we reaffirm our commitment to strengthening maritime security cooperation and fostering a more stable and prosperous Indo-Pacific region,” he stated. “Through exercises like these, we enhance our interoperability and build the relationships necessary to address shared challenges effectively.”
The at-sea training includes anti-submarine warfare exercises, air defense operations, and surface action group coordination, alongside mine countermeasures and search and rescue training. The RCN is participating with a visit, board, search, and seizure (VBSS) team to engage in specific events.
Admiral Nuttapol Diewvanich, Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Fleet, highlighted the benefits of CARAT, saying, “The exercise fosters strong military relationships and mutual understanding between the Royal Thai Navy and U.S. Navy. It also contributes to positive relations and mutual trust between our nations.”
The shore phase of CARAT Thailand…
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Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins explained the significance of the first action item in the National Farm Security Action Plan, which she said is likely the most important.
“The first of the seven is securing and protecting American farmland ownership, actively engaging at every level of government to take swift legislative and executive action to ban the purchase of American farmland by Chinese nationals and other foreign adversaries,” she said.
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