Pentagon

Ryder said US focus right now remains on the defense of Israel and on the protection of US forces. 

Mindful of the need for thrift in the face of foes on several fronts, Israel in 2022 said it was developing a laser-based missile shield to deliver shoot-downs as cheap as $2 each.

Several aid organizations suspended their operations in Gaza following Israel's strikes on Monday night which killed seven humanitarian workers from World Central Kitchen.

US Defense Secretary Austin to meet Israeli Defense Minister Gallant discussing hostage release, aid to Gaza, and Rafah plans.

"AARO found no empirical evidence for claims that the USG and private companies have been reverse-engineering extraterrestrial technology," the report said.

Both Kirby and Ryder fielded questions from reporters about the role the US is playing in helping to provide Israel with military assistance for its war against Hamas in Gaza.

More specifically, at the congressional hearing, Austin was asked how many Palestinian women and children had been killed by Israel, and Austin replied: "It is over 25,000."

The updated list is one of the numerous actions Washington has taken in recent years to highlight and restrict Chinese companies that it says may strengthen Beijing's military.

The Pentagon denied any connection with the international pop sensation.

White House National Security spokesman John Kirby said the US is taking away the Houthis' capability with "each and every strike."