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The Pentagon has been looking into US miners’ capabilities to produce rare earth metals, according to Reuters. It comes after Beijing signaled it may restrict exports of the vital materials amid the trade war with Washington.The US military has asked miners to come up with plans to develop domestic rare earths mines and processing facilities, an exclusive report, which cites a government document, said. At the same time the Pentagon asked the miners to detail their demand for rare earths.The Pentagon wants a quick response from the manufacturers and gave them just a few weeks, until the end of July. After a review of the responses, the agency reportedly may then offer financial assistance to support the vital industry.Also on rt.comWhat are rare earth metals & why they are China's ‘nuclear option’ in trade war with USThe Pentagon’s urgency is understandable, due to the fact the US relies for supplies of rare earth materials on China, its trade war rival. The group of 17 rare e…