Pentagon
US strikes more suspected drug-smuggling boats as warships shift toward Middle East – report
The Pentagon confirmed three new maritime strikes that killed 11, as US warships previously focused on Venezuela head toward the Middle East.
Israeli drone maker XTEND to trade on Nasdaq at $1.5B valuation
Pentagon considering ending $200 million Claude AI contract over limitations dispute - Axios
US withdraws newly updated list of firms allegedly aiding China's military
US approves potential $330 million military sale to Taiwan, first under Trump
The US greenlighted a $330 million arms sale to Taiwan, marking a significant step in its support for Taiwan amid China’s objections.
Hegseth announces Operation Southern Spear to counter drug trafficking in Western Hemisphere
The US has conducted its 20th strike against alleged drug trafficking vessels, killing "four narco-terrorists."
White House restricts access for journalists to press secretary's office
Journalists can no longer freely enter the White House press secretary’s office, sparking outcry over transparency and press freedom from the White House Correspondents’ Association.
US to streamline Pentagon's weapons acquisition amid global threats
The reforms target what Pentagon officials call "unacceptably slow" procurement, which they blame on fragmented accountability
US kills three men in another strike on suspected drug vessel, Hegseth says
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the latest strike, against what the Pentagon states are vessels belonging to terror organizations.
US to establish military presence in Damascus under Syria-Israel peace plan
The US plans for the presence in the Syrian capital, which have not previously been reported, would be a sign of Syria's strategic realignment with the US.
Danger of US giving Saudis F35s: Golden opportunity for normalization slipping away? - analysis
The Trump administration might sell F-35s to Saudi Arabia without Riyadh agreeing to recognise Jerusalem, in a move that could shake up the Middle East.
Saudi Arabia's request to buy F-35 jets clears key Pentagon hurdle, sources say
Until now, Israel remains the only Middle Eastern country to operate F-35s, but Saudi Arabia is the largest customer for US arms sales.
WATCH: IDF chief Eyal Zamir holds situational assessment with US military chief Dan Caine in Israel
IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir met US Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine in Tel Aviv to discuss Gaza, regional threats, and strengthening military cooperation.
Pentagon green lights Tomahawks to Ukraine, decision now with Trump
A new Pentagon assessment stated that gifting Ukraine with the missiles would not negatively impact the US's stockpile, following Trump's hesitancy to give away what "we need to protect our country."
