Pentagon: U.S not to allow Iran to obtain nuclear weapons
Tehran may try to obtain nuclear weapons, but Washington will not let that happen, the updated U.S. National Defense Strategy says.
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U.S. bolsters military presence near Iran
Amid conciliatory statements from U.S. President Donald Trump, American media reports indicate a buildup of U.S. military forces in proximity to Iran. Additional fighter jets and missile defense vehicles will soon be deployed to the Persian Gulf.
U.S. has no military resources in region to strike Iran - report
The Pentagon is worried about potential retaliation from Iran if the situation there deteriorates as the U.S. withdrew planes, ships and personnel from the Middle East ahead of its operation in Venezuela, The Washington Post reported citing a source.
Trump ponders several options regarding strikes on Iran - report
U.S. President Donald Trump ponders several options of delivering another strike against Iran, the New York Times daily reported citing its sources.
US vulnerable to China's military buildup, Pentagon says
The department's report details the state of China's military
U.S. attacks three drug trafficking vessels
The U.S. military has destroyed three drug-carrying vessels in international waters in the Pacific Ocean, the U.S. Southern Command said.
US announces nuclear triad modernization
The Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth has announced US plans to modernize its nuclear triad. According to Hegseth, this initiative will take place during President Donald Trump's term in office.
Hamas must accept new Gaza plan, Trump says
"Hamas has to agree, and if they don’t, it’s going to be very tough on them”
Pentagon chief may resign - report
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is considering the possibility of running for Tennessee governor in 2026, so he will have to leave his post as Pentagon chief, NBC News reported citing sources.
U.S. achieves its goals by bombing Iran's nuclear sites - Pentagon
The United States believes that its strikes on Iran have degraded the Islamic Republic's nuclear program by two years, U.S. Assistant Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs Sean Parnell said.
U.S. warns Iran of Fordow strikes two hours in advance - McGregor
The United States warned Iran of its intention to strike Iranian nuclear facilities two hours before the attack began, former US Defense Minister adviser and retired Colonel Douglas Macgregor said.
Pentagon: U.S. obliterates Iran’s capability to build nuclear weapons
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said U.S. strikes definitely took away Iran’s ability to build nuclear weapons.
US calls on Iran to negotiate
He also called on the Iranian authorities not to attack US bases in the Middle East
Washington reviewing viability of AUKUS alliance
The United States is examining the practicability of retaining the AUKUS military alliance which, in addition to the U.S., includes Australia and the UK, a U.S. defense official said.
Former Pentagon adviser assesses Russia's actions in case of strikes on Iran
Moscow will not stand aside if Iran becomes the target of military aggression, according to former Pentagon adviser Douglas MacGregor.
Israel Katz offers Pete Hegseth to further strategic goals in Iran
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz hinted at potential action against Iran in the “upcoming months,” in his congratulatory letter to new U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. According to the …
Türkiye and U.S. discuss defense cooperation
Turkish National Defense Minister Yasar Guler and US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin held a phone call on October 29. The sides discussed bilateral and regional defense and security issues, the …
U.S. to send THAAD anti-missile system to Israel
The United States said it will send U.S. troops to Israel along with an advanced U.S. anti-missile system to bolster the country's air defenses following missile attacks by Iran. U.S. President Joe Biden said the move was meant …
U.S. backs Israel's invasion of Lebanon
The United States quietly backed Israel's military push against Hezbollah. U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said he spoke with his …
US prepares to counter Iranian attack on Israel
The US is better prepared to counter an Iranian attack on Israel than it was in April, the Pentagon said. Washington will continue its efforts to de-escalate the situation in the region.
