Pete Hegseth
USS Gerald R. Ford concludes record deployment following missions against Iran and Maduro. The ship will arrive at its Virginia port in mid-May.
Pete Hegseth confirmed the release of $400 million to strengthen European capabilities. The funds were unblocked after senators criticized the delay of the money.
Pete Hegseth will testify in Congress for the first time about the war with Iran and the $1. 5 trillion budget. He is accused of waging war without the consent of lawmakers.
Republicans opposed Trump's $1. 5 trillion defense budget due to a lack of strategy. Congress fears rising costs.
US Vice President J. D. Vance expressed doubts regarding the accuracy of Pentagon data on the state of weapons stockpiles. He is concerned about the depletion of arsenals due to Iran.
The US has launched an operation to search for and neutralize Iranian mines in the Strait of Hormuz to restore shipping. Demining could take up to six months, and trust in safety will take longer to restore.
US negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are flying to Pakistan to discuss ending the war with Iran. Tehran stated that it does not plan meetings with Americans, despite the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and the surge in oil prices.
US special envoys arrived in Washington amid uncertainty over Pakistan meeting. The Trump administration is preparing steps as the truce ends.
The US Vice President arrived at the White House amid uncertainty over peace talks in Pakistan. Iran has not yet confirmed its participation in the second round of peace talks.
Pete Hegseth stated that the US is ready to destroy Iran's infrastructure if there is no agreement. Earlier, Trump announced the end of the military operation in the region.
Mykhailo Fedorov discussed military aid with Mark Rutte and defense ministers before Ramstein. Announcements of new joint defense projects are expected.
Iran's supreme leader is recovering from an airstrike, governing the country via audio link. US intelligence suggests that Khamenei may have lost one of his legs.
Despite claims of destroying Tehran's potential, US intelligence reports thousands of missiles in reserve. The regime retains the ability to restore launchers.
The Pentagon confirmed the resumption of civilian shipping through the strategic route. The first vessels have already passed through the strait after agreements were reached.
Dan Kaine stated that US forces are fully combat-ready after a pause in the conflict. The military remains in position to monitor the terms of the truce with Iran.
Pete Hegset declared the destruction of Iran's military potential after Operation "Epic Fury. " Tehran retained some drones, but lost its control system.
The US Vice President may join the dialogue with Tehran if progress is made. Trump threatens to destroy Iran if demands are not met by Tuesday evening.
The Trump administration is discussing the resignations of Kash Patel, Daniel Driscoll, and Lori Chavez-DeRemer. The Pentagon has already confirmed the dismissal of General George.
Pete Hegseth called on General Randy George to step down to implement Trump's vision. General Christopher Laniew will serve as acting Chief of Staff.
The Trump administration is strengthening its troop contingent to pressure Iran. The aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush and paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division are heading to the region.
The Pontiff condemned the conflict in Iran and the use of religion to justify aggression. Leo XIV called for a ceasefire and the protection of Eastern Christians.
The Pentagon has deployed A-10 attack aircraft and Apache helicopters to eliminate Iranian ships and drones. More than 120 IRGC ships have already been destroyed during the operation.
Drones were spotted over Fort McNair base near the residences of Marco Rubio and Pete Hegseth. Due to the incident, the US declared a heightened threat level.
The US spent years' worth of critical ammunition in the first days of the conflict. The Pentagon is preparing a request for $50 billion to replenish its arsenals.
Pete Hegseth called Trump's conversation with Putin decisive and urged Russia not to get involved in the conflict with Iran. Earlier, it became known about Moscow's intelligence assistance to Tehran.
White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said the US military campaign against Iran could last four to six weeks. The US is confidently moving towards establishing control over Iranian airspace.
A US Navy destroyer in the Mediterranean Sea shot down an Iranian missile heading towards Turkey. This is the first time a NATO force has intercepted an Iranian missile since the start of the conflict in the Middle East.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegset stated that Russia and China do not play a key role in the war in Iran. The US is focused on deterring Tehran's "nuclear ambitions," despite criticism from Moscow and Beijing.
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced Washington's intention to continue confronting Iran. He warned that any attempt to kill Americans would be met with irreversible retaliation.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth visited Castelion to review the progress of the "Blackbeard" hypersonic missile. The missile is designed for mass and rapid production, as well as for non-nuclear deterrence.