White House has no consensus on Iran
The Pentagon wants war, the business community demands peace, and Trump himself has yet to make a decision
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Pentagon preparing for new attacks from Iran - report
The Trump administration is considering launching a renewed military campaign against Iran under a different operational name, including "Operation Sledgehammer," if the fragile ceasefire collapses, NBC News reported.
Pentagon reveals amount US spent in war with Iran
According to Jules Hurst, the acting Pentagon comptroller, the USA has spent approximately $25 billion during the conflict in Iran, most of which went on munitions.
US may strike Iranian military facilities in Strait of Hormuz
The Pentagon is considering an operation in the Strait of Hormuz. The US intends to destroy Iranian military vessels and eliminate the threat from the shore.
Unblocking Strait of Hormuz to take six months - report
The U.S. military estimates that it may take up to six months to fully clear the Strait of Hormuz of mines, The Washington Post reported, citing sources.
US has not blocked entire Strait of Hormuz - Pentagon
The US Department of Defense has indicated that the naval blockade implemented by the USA does not cover the entire Strait of Hormuz.
US deploys 10,000 troops to Middle East
The Pentagon has opted to enhance its military presence in the Middle East amid ongoing negotiations with Iran. Media sources indicate that Washington plans to leverage this military strength to influence Tehran's position.
Will Trump hit Iran's energy infrastructure?
U.S. President Donald Trump may delay strikes on Iran’s civilian and energy infrastructure, Axios reported, citing a senior U.S. administration official.
Trump may replace Pentagon chief over Iran - report
U.S. President Donald Trump could fire Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth if things in Iran keep going south, the Hurriyet newspaper reported.
Trump doesn't rule out sending US troops to Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump hasn't ruled out sending American troops to Iran, The Hill reported.
US spends over 42 bln dollars on 36 days of-Iran war
The military operation in Iran has cost the United States over $42.1 billion in nearly 37 days of fighting, according to the Iran War Cost Tracker portal.
US to increase its military budget next year
The White House has requested a record $1.5 trillion in funding from the U.S. Congress for the military budget for fiscal year 2027.
Washington considers extended ground operations against Iran - media
The Washington Post reports that the USA is getting ready to conduct ground operations on Kharg Island and along the coastal regions of the Persian Gulf. This operation could last up to two months.
US marines arrive in the Middle East
A US Navy amphibious assault ship carrying several thousand Marines has arrived in the Middle East
White House has four scenarios for ending Iran war
The Pentagon is developing military options for a "final blow" in Iran that could include the use of ground forces and a massive bombing campaign, Axios reported, citing sources.
US prepares to deploy 3,000 paratroopers to the Middle East
According to sources, they will participate in the operation against Iran
US operation against Iran may last 100 days - report
The United States is considering that an operation against Iran could take at least 100 days, U.S. media reported.
US evacuates servicemen from nearest to Iran bases
The number of troops at bases in these countries has been minimized in anticipation of a US attack on Iran
US approves 3bln-F-15 sustainment sale to Saudi Arabia
The U.S. State Department has approved a potential $3 billion sale to Saudi Arabia to support the sustainment of the Kingdom’s F-15 fighter jet fleet.
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.