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EPISODE · May 5, 2026 · 1 MIN

Dolphins in US Arsenal: Myth or Reality?

from The Daily News Now! Business

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth clarifies that the US military doesnt have suicide dolphins, but the Navys Marine Mammal Program, active since 1959, trains dolphins and sea lions for mine detection, surveillance, and underwater tasks. These animals have proven their worth in real conflicts, with other nations also utilizing them. Experts praise their skills, and no mammal has been harmed in operations. Meanwhile, tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz, with the US launching Project Freedom Sunday to rescue trapped ships. Despite recent strikes, a ceasefire holds, and all eyes are on the strategic waterway. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f2f0ec45272bb0ac

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth clarifies that the US military doesnt have suicide dolphins, but the Navys Marine Mammal Program, active since 1959, trains dolphins and sea lions for mine detection, surveillance, and underwater tasks. These...

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