US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has approved testing of the military's Active Denial System for possible use along the US-Mexico border. The seven-month DHS arrangement has renewed debate over directed-energy weapons, border enforcement and public safety.
Hegseth Approves Heat Ray Testing at US-Mexico Border
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has authorized the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to test a military-grade heat ray weapon for poss
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has approved testing of the military's Active Denial System for possible use along the US-Mexico border. The seven-month DHS arrangement has renewed debate over directed-energy weapons, border enforcement and public safety.
Hegseth Approves Heat Ray Testing at US-Mexico Border
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has authorized the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to test a military-grade heat ray weapon for poss
US Vice President JD Vance has raised doubts about the Pentagon's plan to livestream the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, the former Army psychiatrist convicted in the 2009 Fort Hood shooting in Texas. The JD Vance Hasan livestream controversy follows an announcement that Hasan faces execution by firing squad on December 3, 2026.
Pentagon Plan Faces Uncertainty
US Vice President JD Vance has raised doubts about the Pentagon's plan to livestream the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, the former Army psychiatrist convicted in the 2009 Fort Hood shooting in Texas. The JD Vance Hasan livestream controversy follows an announcement that Hasan faces execution by firing squad on December 3, 2026.
Pentagon Plan Faces Uncertainty
President Donald Trump has approved the Nidal Hasan execution by a US Army firing squad, the Pentagon announced, moving the Fort Hood gunman closer to becoming the first person executed by the US military since 1961. The Army secretary will determine when and where the sentence is carried out.
Fort Hood
Trump approved the firing-squad execution of former Army Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recommended the met
President Donald Trump has approved the Nidal Hasan execution by a US Army firing squad, the Pentagon announced, moving the Fort Hood gunman closer to becoming the first person executed by the US military since 1961. The Army secretary will determine when and where the sentence is carried out.
Fort Hood
Trump approved the firing-squad execution of former Army Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recommended the met
Elon Musk is returning to a formal Pentagon advisory role as part of Project Meridian, a new 120-day initiative designed to study how warfare could change over the coming decades. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the effort alongside a broader push to expand autonomous and robotic systems across the US military.
Future war
Project Meridian will examine emerging battlefields, technologies and military capabilities rather tha
Elon Musk is returning to a formal Pentagon advisory role as part of Project Meridian, a new 120-day initiative designed to study how warfare could change over the coming decades. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the effort alongside a broader push to expand autonomous and robotic systems across the US military.
Future war
Project Meridian will examine emerging battlefields, technologies and military capabilities rather tha
The latest Iran casualty update shows the Pentagon’s public wounded count rising by 37 service members, taking the recorded total to 861. The additions include Navy and Marine personnel, while the DCAS data does not publicly explain when or how the newly listed injuries occurred.
Navy toll rises with 29 sailors added
The latest change includes 29 Navy sailors. A Navy official said the sailors
The latest Iran casualty update shows the Pentagon’s public wounded count rising by 37 service members, taking the recorded total to 861. The additions include Navy and Marine personnel, while the DCAS data does not publicly explain when or how the newly listed injuries occurred.
Navy toll rises with 29 sailors added
The latest change includes 29 Navy sailors. A Navy official said the sailors
F-35 Parts in Hong Kong Trigger Pentagon Security Probe
Sensitive F-35 parts in Hong Kong have triggered a US security investigation after components traveling from Australia to the United States for repair were unexpectedly diverted. The Pentagon probe involves an F-35 canopy and raises questions about the supply chain, spare parts security and aircraft readiness.
F-35 canopy raises sec
F-35 Parts in Hong Kong Trigger Pentagon Security Probe
Sensitive F-35 parts in Hong Kong have triggered a US security investigation after components traveling from Australia to the United States for repair were unexpectedly diverted. The Pentagon probe involves an F-35 canopy and raises questions about the supply chain, spare parts security and aircraft readiness.
F-35 canopy raises sec
The Pentagon’s GenAI.mil platform has expanded access to commercial artificial intelligence across the US defence workforce, adding OpenAI’s ChatGPT Mil and Grok for Government alongside Google Gemini. More than 1.7 million users have already accessed the system, while Anthropic’s Claude remains absent following a high-profile dispute over military AI safeguards.
The Pentagon’s GenAI.mil platform has expanded access to commercial artificial intelligence across the US defence workforce, adding OpenAI’s ChatGPT Mil and Grok for Government alongside Google Gemini. More than 1.7 million users have already accessed the system, while Anthropic’s Claude remains absent following a high-profile dispute over military AI safeguards.
Washington is preparing to sharply reduce direct security assistance to the Kurdish Peshmerga as a four-year agreement approaches expiration, raising concerns over counterterrorism operations, force reforms and stability in northern Iraq.
US–Peshmerga Agreement Nears Its End
The US Department of Defense has reportedly informed officials in Iraq’s semi-autonomous Kurdistan Region that it does not
Washington is preparing to sharply reduce direct security assistance to the Kurdish Peshmerga as a four-year agreement approaches expiration, raising concerns over counterterrorism operations, force reforms and stability in northern Iraq.
US–Peshmerga Agreement Nears Its End
The US Department of Defense has reportedly informed officials in Iraq’s semi-autonomous Kurdistan Region that it does not
Official Pentagon data for FY2025 shows a further US military assault decline, with estimated unwanted sexual contact falling among active-duty women and men. The 2025 survey also found a higher reporting rate, while total sexual assault reports declined from recent years.
Pentagon data
The FY2025 Annual Report on Sexual Assault in the Military found that estimated unwanted sexual contact fell
Official Pentagon data for FY2025 shows a further US military assault decline, with estimated unwanted sexual contact falling among active-duty women and men. The 2025 survey also found a higher reporting rate, while total sexual assault reports declined from recent years.
Pentagon data
The FY2025 Annual Report on Sexual Assault in the Military found that estimated unwanted sexual contact fell
US President Donald Trump has ordered a substantial reduction in US participation in joint military exercises with South Korea, citing their cost and his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Seoul, however, says the Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise has begun as scheduled.
US-South Korea drills face Trump-ordered reduction
Trump
US President Donald Trump has ordered a substantial reduction in US participation in joint military exercises with South Korea, citing their cost and his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Seoul, however, says the Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise has begun as scheduled.
US-South Korea drills face Trump-ordered reduction
Trump
The US Army missile stockpile has reportedly declined after extensive Iran war missile use, raising concerns over the ATACMS stockpile shortage, PrSM missile shortage, and overall US military readiness. Officials are now focused on rebuilding long-range precision missile inventories while maintaining global defense capabilities.
US Army Missile Stockpile Depleted During Iran War
The US Army missile stock
The US Army missile stockpile has reportedly declined after extensive Iran war missile use, raising concerns over the ATACMS stockpile shortage, PrSM missile shortage, and overall US military readiness. Officials are now focused on rebuilding long-range precision missile inventories while maintaining global defense capabilities.
US Army Missile Stockpile Depleted During Iran War
The US Army missile stock
US Military Seeks Unconventional Iran Pressure Options
US Iran military options are reportedly under review as CENTCOM seeks creative ways to pressure Tehran without launching a ground war. The strategy search comes as Trump alternates between strike threats and diplomacy over Iran’s nuclear sites and the Strait of Hormuz.
CENTCOM Iran Strategy
The US military has
US Military Seeks Unconventional Iran Pressure Options
US Iran military options are reportedly under review as CENTCOM seeks creative ways to pressure Tehran without launching a ground war. The strategy search comes as Trump alternates between strike threats and diplomacy over Iran’s nuclear sites and the Strait of Hormuz.
CENTCOM Iran Strategy
The US military has
President Donald Trump has reportedly authorised a new US military strike against Iran that could begin over the weekend, as Washington increases pressure on Tehran to return to negotiations. Separate reporting suggests the United States and Israel are also considering attacks on Iranian energy infrastructure, but officials have not publicly confirmed a final target list or operational timetable.
Trump Iran Strikes Could Begin This Wee
President Donald Trump has reportedly authorised a new US military strike against Iran that could begin over the weekend, as Washington increases pressure on Tehran to return to negotiations. Separate reporting suggests the United States and Israel are also considering attacks on Iranian energy infrastructure, but officials have not publicly confirmed a final target list or operational timetable.
Trump Iran Strikes Could Begin This Wee
The Pentagon has asked Congress for $18.2 billion in emergency Pentagon missile funding to replenish advanced interceptors used during the war with Iran and subsequent attacks on American bases. The proposal highlights growing concern over US missile stocks as operations in the Middle East continue.
THAAD Restock Receives Largest Funding Share
Pentagon documents submitted to congressional defen
The Pentagon has asked Congress for $18.2 billion in emergency Pentagon missile funding to replenish advanced interceptors used during the war with Iran and subsequent attacks on American bases. The proposal highlights growing concern over US missile stocks as operations in the Middle East continue.
THAAD Restock Receives Largest Funding Share
Pentagon documents submitted to congressional defen
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has praised President Donald Trump’s handling of Iran, arguing that the administration has combined decisive military action with continued diplomatic pressure. His comments came as new reports suggested that Trump had authorised plans for further strikes, although the exact timing and scope remained uncertain.
Hegseth Backs Iran Strikes During Camp David Meeting
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has praised President Donald Trump’s handling of Iran, arguing that the administration has combined decisive military action with continued diplomatic pressure. His comments came as new reports suggested that Trump had authorised plans for further strikes, although the exact timing and scope remained uncertain.
Hegseth Backs Iran Strikes During Camp David Meeting
US President Donald Trump is considering a renewed Trump Iran air war as military officials prepare options for a potentially intensive two-week operation. The reported US air plan would focus on Iran’s missile capabilities, although Trump has not announced a final decision.
US air plan
The Wall Street Journal reported that US military planners have developed a two-week air campaign intended to weaken Iran’s ability to produce, store and launch missiles. The proposal would represent a wider and more sustained operation than the limited retaliatory strikes conducted during earlier stages of the confrontation.
People familiar with the discussions told the newspaper that Trump is examining several military choices. One option involves a concentrated campaign against a broader range of Iranian missile facilities. Another would limit the scale of US action and leave greater room for negotiations with Tehran.
The president has not publicly approved the reported campaign. The absence of a final decision remains important because planning by the Pentagon does not automatically mean that military action will take place.
CENTCOM
Admiral Brad Cooper, the commander of US Central Command, reportedly developed the more intensive proposal. CENTCOM oversees American military activity across West Asia and has already directed US operations involving Iran, regional missile defence and maritime security.
According to the report, Cooper believes sustained strikes could severely reduce Iran’s offensive missile capacity and ease pressure on US defensive systems. However, senior officials are also considering the strain that an expanded campaign could place on American interceptor supplies and military resources needed in other regions.
Official CENTCOM material confirms that Cooper currently leads the command and has overseen recent US operations involving Iran. However, CENTCOM has not publicly released the reported two-week proposal.
Iran arms
Iran’s missile infrastructure remains central to Washington’s calculations. Previous US and allied strikes damaged launchers, storage areas and production facilities, but assessments cited in recent reporting suggest that Tehran still retains missiles and can rebuild parts of its military network.
Iran has also continued launching missiles and drones despite months of military pressure. That resilience has raised questions about whether air power alone can permanently remove the threat or merely delay Iran’s ability to restore its arsenal.
A wider campaign could target launch systems, underground facilities, command centres and manufacturing sites. Such an operation would also carry substantial risks, including retaliation against US forces, Gulf partners, energy facilities and commercial shipping routes.
Trump call
The final Trump call will determine whether Washington chooses a major escalation or a narrower response. The president has recently promised strong retaliation following Iranian attacks, but he has also paused military action at different stages to allow diplomatic efforts to continue.
The White House and Pentagon had not publicly confirmed the specific two-week plan when the report emerged. Any article describing the proposal should therefore present it as a reported option under consideration, not as an approved military operation.
Iran talks
Iran talks remain a possible alternative even as military preparations continue. Washington and Tehran remain divided over Iran’s nuclear programme, missile forces, regional activities and support for armed groups.
A limited US response could preserve space for intermediaries to pursue negotiations. A prolonged air campaign, however, could trigger another cycle of Iranian retaliation and American strikes, increasing the danger of a wider regional conflict.
Trump now faces a difficult choice: attempt to reduce Iran’s missile threat through sustained military force or pursue a more restrained response that keeps diplomacy alive. The Pentagon can prepare options, but the political and strategic consequences will depend on the decision made by the White House.
US President Donald Trump is considering a renewed Trump Iran air war as military officials prepare options for a potentially intensive two-week operation. The reported US air plan would focus on Iran’s missile capabilities, although Trump has not announced a final decision.
US air plan
The Wall Street Journal reported that US military planners have developed a two-week air campaign intended to weaken Iran’s ability to produce, store and launch missiles. The proposal would represent a wider and more sustained operation than the limited retaliatory strikes conducted during earlier stages of the confrontation.
People familiar with the discussions told the newspaper that Trump is examining several military choices. One option involves a concentrated campaign against a broader range of Iranian missile facilities. Another would limit the scale of US action and leave greater room for negotiations with Tehran.
The president has not publicly approved the reported campaign. The absence of a final decision remains important because planning by the Pentagon does not automatically mean that military action will take place.
CENTCOM
Admiral Brad Cooper, the commander of US Central Command, reportedly developed the more intensive proposal. CENTCOM oversees American military activity across West Asia and has already directed US operations involving Iran, regional missile defence and maritime security.
According to the report, Cooper believes sustained strikes could severely reduce Iran’s offensive missile capacity and ease pressure on US defensive systems. However, senior officials are also considering the strain that an expanded campaign could place on American interceptor supplies and military resources needed in other regions.
Official CENTCOM material confirms that Cooper currently leads the command and has overseen recent US operations involving Iran. However, CENTCOM has not publicly released the reported two-week proposal.
Iran arms
Iran’s missile infrastructure remains central to Washington’s calculations. Previous US and allied strikes damaged launchers, storage areas and production facilities, but assessments cited in recent reporting suggest that Tehran still retains missiles and can rebuild parts of its military network.
Iran has also continued launching missiles and drones despite months of military pressure. That resilience has raised questions about whether air power alone can permanently remove the threat or merely delay Iran’s ability to restore its arsenal.
A wider campaign could target launch systems, underground facilities, command centres and manufacturing sites. Such an operation would also carry substantial risks, including retaliation against US forces, Gulf partners, energy facilities and commercial shipping routes.
Trump call
The final Trump call will determine whether Washington chooses a major escalation or a narrower response. The president has recently promised strong retaliation following Iranian attacks, but he has also paused military action at different stages to allow diplomatic efforts to continue.
The White House and Pentagon had not publicly confirmed the specific two-week plan when the report emerged. Any article describing the proposal should therefore present it as a reported option under consideration, not as an approved military operation.
Iran talks
Iran talks remain a possible alternative even as military preparations continue. Washington and Tehran remain divided over Iran’s nuclear programme, missile forces, regional activities and support for armed groups.
A limited US response could preserve space for intermediaries to pursue negotiations. A prolonged air campaign, however, could trigger another cycle of Iranian retaliation and American strikes, increasing the danger of a wider regional conflict.
Trump now faces a difficult choice: attempt to reduce Iran’s missile threat through sustained military force or pursue a more restrained response that keeps diplomacy alive. The Pentagon can prepare options, but the political and strategic consequences will depend on the decision made by the White House.
US House passes a $95 billion budget framework that directs most funding toward the Pentagon and intelligence agencies while providing support for farmers and election programmes. The proposal now moves to the Senate, where lawmakers will decide whether Republicans can advance the final spending legislation.
Pentagon funding budget proposal
The US House of Representatives narrowly approved a $9
US House passes a $95 billion budget framework that directs most funding toward the Pentagon and intelligence agencies while providing support for farmers and election programmes. The proposal now moves to the Senate, where lawmakers will decide whether Republicans can advance the final spending legislation.
Pentagon funding budget proposal
The US House of Representatives narrowly approved a $9
The Trump administration's handling of the Iran conflict came under intense scrutiny during a Senate hearing after a heated confrontation between Senator Gary Peters and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. The exchange quickly became the hearing's defining moment as lawmakers debated military strategy, troop support and billions of dollars in additional defence spending. The hearing also examined whether the administration has a clear long-term plan for the
The Trump administration's handling of the Iran conflict came under intense scrutiny during a Senate hearing after a heated confrontation between Senator Gary Peters and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. The exchange quickly became the hearing's defining moment as lawmakers debated military strategy, troop support and billions of dollars in additional defence spending. The hearing also examined whether the administration has a clear long-term plan for the
US military readiness for a possible wider Iran conflict is facing increased scrutiny as officials and defence experts warn about shrinking missile stockpiles, operational challenges and Pentagon concerns. The debate comes as President Donald Trump signals that US military objectives in Iran remain incomplete.
US Military Readiness for Iran War Faces Growing Concerns
US military readiness for a possible wider Iran conflict is facing increased scrutiny as officials and defence experts warn about shrinking missile stockpiles, operational challenges and Pentagon concerns. The debate comes as President Donald Trump signals that US military objectives in Iran remain incomplete.
US Military Readiness for Iran War Faces Growing Concerns
The US military campaign against Iran now carries an estimated cost of $37.5 billion, according to Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. The updated figure includes projected expenses through September as the Pentagon seeks additional funding while defending the effectiveness of operations against Iran before Congress.
US Military Campaign Against Iran Costs $37.5 Billion
The US military campaign against Iran now carries an estimated cost of $37.5 billion, according to Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. The updated figure includes projected expenses through September as the Pentagon seeks additional funding while defending the effectiveness of operations against Iran before Congress.
US Military Campaign Against Iran Costs $37.5 Billion
