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Pentagon's 2026 defense strategy names Israel a ‘model ally,’ shifts to ‘peace through strength’
The 34-page document, signed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, constitutes a strategic message to Israel, solidifying its position as the United States' most senior partner in the Middle East.
WATCH: Trump: Watching Iran closely, we have a massive armada heading in that direction
Trump told large-scale Iran strikes would not topple Islamic Republic regime, officials tell WSJ
Where are the American bases in the Middle East Iran threatened it might strike? - explainer
Plane carrying Hegseth makes unscheduled landing due to windshield crack
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s plane made an unscheduled landing in the UK due to a windshield crack, but he is reported safe.
Trump's Pentagon says press must agree not to disclose sensitive information
Reporters face potential credential loss under new Pentagon rules requiring approval before publishing sensitive military information, sparking media outcry.
Following Pentagon rebrand, White House creates War Directorate, sources say
As part of the change, officials working in that office are now directors for war, and they are overseen by a special assistant to the president for war, said the sources
Pentagon approves security assistance package for Lebanon worth $14.2 million
The Pentagon approved a package that will aid the Lebanese Armed Forces's disarmament of Hezbollah
Trump to rename Department of Defense the 'Department of War,' official says
"We're just going to do it. I'm sure Congress will go along if we need that ... Defense is too defensive. We want to be defensive, but we want to be offensive, too if we have to be," Trump said.
Trump administration considers buying stakes in defense giants after Intel deal
Following the acquisition of a 10% stake in Intel, US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick hinted at an even bolder move: direct state ownership in companies like Lockheed, RTX, Boeing, and others.
Pentagon plans military deployment in Chicago, Washington Post reports
The planning, in the works for weeks, involves several options, including mobilizing at least a few thousand members of the National Guard as soon as September, the Post reported.
Pentagon restricts Ukraine's use of US missiles against Russia, WSJ reports
Pentagon blocks Ukraine from striking inside Russia with US-made long-range missiles as Trump mulls new sanctions or walking away from peace talks.
Head of Pentagon's intelligence agency fired, lawmaker says
The move is the latest attempt by the Trump administration to penalize current and former military, intelligence and law enforcement officials whose views have been at odds with Trump.
US Navy drones designed to hinder Chinese threat fail latest testing
After investing millions in developing maritime drones, the US Navy consistently suffers from malfunctions.
