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Donald Trump said the world has become a 'casino' after a US soldier was accused of placing bets on the raid against Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. The comments drew attention to the unusual allegation that an American service member wagered on the outcome of a covert military operation, raising questions about discipline and information security within the armed forces.

A United States ally is developing plans to deploy robotic soldiers capable of taking on dangerous frontline tasks, according to a report by Interesting Engineering. The move signals growing interest in replacing human troops in high-risk combat roles with autonomous machines. Details about the country, timeline and technology involved remain limited, but the report adds to a broader global debate over the use of robots and autonomous systems in warfare.

The US Army has sent a dietitian to the Himalayas, according to a report published on the military's news service. The assignment highlights the growing focus on nutrition in supporting soldiers operating in extreme high-altitude environments, where harsh conditions and limited food supply pose serious health and performance challenges for deployed personnel.

The US Department of Justice has arrested an American soldier who reportedly made around $400,000 betting on the removal of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. The case raises questions about how prediction and betting markets tied to real-world political events are policed, and whether the soldier had access to inside information. Details of the charges have not been made clear in initial reports.

American and Indian Army soldiers have marked the close of Yudh Abhyas 2026, their joint training exercise, at the Mahajan Field Firing Range in India. The annual drills are a key part of growing US-India defense cooperation, giving both armies a chance to train together and strengthen military ties.