Trump bragging about brokering ceasefire between India-Pakistan, may cause US billions: Former Pentagon official
Friday, 16 May 2025 Michael Rubin criticizes Donald Trump's claim of brokering a ceasefire between India and Pakistan, arguing it jeopardizes strategic trust and billions in potential defense deals. Trump's boast of leveraging trade to halt hostilities risks undermining the deepening alignment between the US and India, potentially pushing New Delhi away from American arms deals.
In a dramatic twist, U.S. President Donald Trump has distanced himself from any role in the India-Pakistan ceasefire, stating cryptically, “I won’t say I did it, but…” The vague denial has sparked a wave of speculation
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Justin Fulcher himself was no stranger to conflict within the Pentagon's walls. He reportedly stormed out of a heated meeting with the Pentagon's DOGE team in April and later claimed the Pentagon Force Protection Agency was actively searching for him. This incident allegedly infuriated Hegseth, who then personally confronted DOGE team lead Yinon Weiss for targeting his advisor. Despite the drama, Fulcher's departure statement was diplomatic, calling his time working with the Pentagon's personnel "incredibly inspiring." This video breaks down the full story behind the chaos at the Pentagon.
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