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The U.S. Department of Defense admitted that American military casualties in operations against Iran are higher than reported, raising the official toll to 21 deaths and 865 wounded after initial denials.

US Vice President JD Vance expressed skepticism over Pentagon plans to live-broadcast the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan, while President Trump affirmed the death penalty.

US Deputy Defense Secretary Steve Feinberg is leading efforts to ramp up missile production amid the ongoing conflict with Iran. Facing manufacturing bottlenecks, budgetary hurdles, and scrutiny over Wall Street ties, Feinberg is pushing aggressive private-equity-style reforms to secure vital military stockpiles.

The US Navy and Shield AI have expanded funding for the autonomous X-BAT fighter aircraft project to $400 million ahead of initial flight tests in 2026.

China obtained classified F-35 stealth fighter components after a shipping error routed sensitive military hardware through Hong Kong, sparking a Pentagon investigation.

The Pentagon is considering new military bases in Israel and Jordan amid a broad U.S. withdrawal from the Middle East following severe Iranian strikes on regional infrastructure.

The White House has asked the Pentagon to prepare options for striking targets in Iran ahead of the US midterm elections, as President Donald Trump weighs military actions to lower fuel prices and project strength.

The White House has reportedly asked the Pentagon to prepare options for strikes against Iranian targets ahead of the U.S. midterm elections, as President Donald Trump seeks to demonstrate progress and address soaring fuel prices.

US President Donald Trump approved the execution by firing squad of Nidal Malik Hasan, convicted of the 2009 Fort Hood mass shooting. This marks the first US military execution since 1961.

The US military has evacuated all B-1 bombers from Fairford Air Base in the UK following security concerns and a foiled terror plot, relocating the aircraft back to the United States.

Elon Musk has returned to the Trump administration as co-director of the newly formed Project Meridian, focusing on defense technology and future warfare capabilities alongside Pentagon leadership.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced sweeping military reforms at Quantico, including a 20% reduction in top generals, the creation of an AI and drone command, and a ban on progressive policies.

Early investor Alejandro Weinstein sold his 6.8% stake in Israeli defense firm Smart Shooter for NIS 51 million following a massive $150 million Pentagon contract.

Boeing has secured a massive contract to develop the US Navy's next-generation F/A-XX fighter jet, in a multi-billion dollar deal that reshapes the defense aerospace landscape.

British researcher Simon Holland claims Russia and China are locked in a secret race over an alleged extraterrestrial message, though Western defense officials deny any evidence of alien tech.

Sensitive F-35 fighter jet components shipped from Australia to the U.S. were inexplicably diverted to Hong Kong and reached the Chinese government, prompting investigations.

US military leaders are divided over potential strikes against Houthi forces in Yemen amid concerns over munitions depletion and regional alliances, following requests from Saudi Arabia.

Newly released U.S. government documents reveal that the Pentagon previously funded theoretical physics studies on wormholes, spacetime manipulation, and extreme futuristic concepts.

U.S. President Donald Trump abruptly canceled a planned massive airstrike against Houthi rebels in Yemen following intense Saudi pressure and internal administration warnings.

Iran executed an Iranian citizen convicted of spying for the Mossad. Meanwhile, US officials report higher military casualties than official Pentagon figures, and South Korea discusses freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

A shipment of F-35 fighter jet components, including a stealth cockpit canopy, was diverted from Australia to Hong Kong, raising fears of Chinese access to classified U.S. technology.

A Washington Post report reveals that US military fatalities in the Middle East conflict exceed Pentagon public figures, with officials citing at least 22 deaths.

A Pentagon Inspector General report reveals that Iranian strikes destroyed hundreds of buildings at US bases and caused $184 million in damage to diplomatic facilities, straining military logistics.

A Pentagon inspector general report warns that the conflict with Iran has created strategic munitions shortages and industrial bottlenecks, contradicting previous administration claims.

A US weapons officer recounts his harrowing survival and rescue after his F-15E was shot down over Iran, detailed in a dramatic television broadcast.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth pushed for F-15 crew members rescued in Iran to appear on '60 Minutes', sparking military security and political concerns.

US Vice President JD Vance bypassed the Pentagon to secretly consult military commanders, uncovering critically depleted US munitions inventories amid the ongoing conflict with Iran.

Noble Supply & Logistics, a major Pentagon contractor, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after the US Defense Logistics Agency declined to renew a $1.2 billion aerospace contract and canceled $400 million in tactical orders.

The US State Department has extended its military deployment in the Middle East until 2027. A US military source stated that the Pentagon is preparing for a prolonged confrontation with Iran and enhanced maritime security.

The US military has disabled advertising tracking identifiers on service phones and computers. The move follows reports that commercial geolocation data was being used to track American forces deployed in the Middle East.

US investigators subjected 50 Joint Chiefs officials to polygraph tests following leaks about ammunition shortages. Meanwhile, intelligence reports suggest Iran is determined to sustain the military confrontation through the US midterm elections.

The White House has explored potential replacements for Deputy Defense Secretary Steve Feinberg, sources say. Both the White House and the Pentagon denied the reports, affirming that Feinberg retains full support in his role.

The US Department of Defense forced about 50 Joint Staff personnel to undergo lie detector tests following media reports on depleted American ammunition stockpiles amid ongoing tensions with Iran.

According to a Wall Street Journal report, US vessels, fighter squadrons, and air defense units will remain in the region at least until next year. Meanwhile, the Pentagon has restricted access to classified information following leaks regarding military opposition to the war in Iran.

Dan Driscoll submitted his resignation to President Trump after months of severe tension with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and a wave of dismissals of senior officers. His departure leads to an unprecedented situation where the U.S. Army is left without a single leader, civilian or military, confirmed by the Senate.

Senior military officials warn of damage to American capabilities in other theaters, including the domestic front. More than 50,000 troops are on alert. Some forces are expected to remain in the Middle East until 2027.

China's CXMT is suing the US Department of Defense, demanding to be removed from the list of companies that the US believes are assisting the Chinese military. The company claims it produces chips for civilian and commercial use only. The significance of the US list: it could lead to restrictions and damage the company's reputation.

A federal court in San Francisco has ruled that the inclusion of AI company Anthropic on the Pentagon's blacklist was illegal. Judge Rita Lin determined that the administration violated the First Amendment.

Dan Driscoll is expected to resign from his position by the end of the year following months of tension with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, reported The Wall Street Journal. The report comes after Hegseth fired the US Army Chief of Staff in April. According to the report, Driscoll's family already left the official residence reserved for the Secretary of the Army during the summer.

Retired Colonel Douglas Macgregor claims he recommended to Donald Trump to remove nuclear weapons from Turkey, describes Ankara's status in NATO as fragile, and makes an unusual claim: Pakistan promised Turkey nuclear weapons if needed.

The editor of 'Stars and Stripes' claimed he was fired after stating that possible censorship of news for soldiers would be a 'red line'. The publisher and a reporter for the newspaper also received notices of termination.

From public appearances to presence at sensitive security meetings: Jennifer Hegseth is taking an increasingly large place in the US Secretary of Defense's circle, while political and security officials criticize the blurring of lines between family and national security.

Dr. Eric Davis, an astrophysicist who worked for decades with the Pentagon's UFO program, claims that the US government is hiding the remains of no fewer than four different alien species that crashed on Earth.

The Pentagon is analyzing whether to rebuild American bases in the Persian Gulf damaged by Iranian attacks. Alternatives include shifting forces westward, including to Israel, despite US concerns regarding potential espionage.

The Pentagon announced on Monday the signing of a $22.9 billion contract with Raytheon to accelerate the production of Tomahawk missiles. This weapon is capable of striking targets up to 2,400 kilometers away, allowing for strikes against Iran from almost any American base in the Middle East.

In Huntsville, industry giants presented plans to lower the cost of interceptors after the war with Iran depleted about two-thirds of the Patriot inventory. Lockheed is offering the ACE for around $2 million, and Boeing is cutting the cost of the seeker head.

The war against Iran has exposed heavy pressure on US interceptor stockpiles: arms giants are trying to produce cheaper and faster missiles, alongside integrating small companies that offer low-cost alternatives. Lockheed and Boeing are already presenting budget-friendly solutions.

The "USS Lincoln" has been at sea for over 250 days without a port visit. Amid reports of harsh conditions and crew exhaustion, the US is preparing to deploy the "George Washington" to the Middle East as part of a scheduled rotation.

Pentagon data submitted to Congress reveals that at least 153 civilians were killed and 243 wounded in US strikes in Yemen. The military is investigating 15 additional incidents. The report excludes casualties from operations in Iran.

A New York Times investigation claims that US interceptor stockpiles are running low, while Iran's combat capabilities are becoming more sophisticated. Iran drew inspiration from Russian tactics, and the results are visible on the ground.