Pentagon
Top US commander for Latin America makes surprise visit to Venezuela
The trip, along with last week's visit by US Secretary of Energy Chris Wright, is part of US President Donald Trump's efforts to push Venezuela to carry out sweeping reforms.
US strikes more suspected drug-smuggling boats as warships shift toward Middle East – report
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 THAAD air defense system intercepted Friday morning Houthi missile
Lockheed Martin developed THAAD, and its primary purpose is to intercept and destroy short- and medium-range ballistic missiles.
US, Israeli officials deny approving sale of Israeli spyware firm to US investors
Israeli media previously reported that Paragon's purchase had been approved by the US government.
Austin to Katz: US to continue thwarting ISIS from reestablishing itself in Syria
Austin also discussed with Katz attempts to secure Israeli hostages held captive by Hamas.
No Iranian drone 'mothership' off the United States launching drones, Pentagon says
Republican Congressman Jeff Van Drew suggested that the drones were being launched from an Iranian "mothership" that was stationed off the East Coast.
Trump considers replacing Hegseth with DeSantis to run Pentagon, WSJ reports
Hegseth's nomination has run into trouble on Capitol Hill over allegations about his personal and professional life, and Trump allies increasingly think Hegseth may not survive further scrutiny.
Unclear if Pentagon will play role in maintaining Israel, Hezbollah ceasefire
"We are very supportive of the ceasefire, and the Department of Defense plays an important role here in the US and in working with partners in the region to prevent a wider conflict."
Pentagon report: UFO sightings, near miss with plane and 'cylindrical object'
Among new instances is a near miss involving a commercial plane and a 'cylindrical object' near New York, still under investigation.
Trump's team drawing up list of Pentagon officers to fire, sources say
Some US officials doubt the feasibility of mass firings at a time of global turmoil.
US warships repelled attack from Yemen's Houthis, Pentagon says
Houthi spokesperson Yahya Sarea had earlier said the first operation targeted a US aircraft carrier in the Arabian sea with a number of missiles and drones.
US to deploy B-52s, warships to Middle East as aircraft carrier departs
The Pentagon said in a statement that deployments would take place in the coming months and demonstrated the flexibility of the US military movements around the world.
