Italy turns away Middle East-bound US military aircraft from Sicily stopover
Use of the Sigonella air base for the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran falls outside of the scope of agreements, requiring parliamentary approval in Rome.
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Limited missions, big risks: What a US ground fight in Iran could become
Military analysts point to several possibilities of what ground operations could entail, including coastal assaults and nuclear site raids.
Trump says massive military complex to be built beneath White House ballroom
The new White House ballroom "essentially becomes a [shield] for what's being built under by the military," Trump said.
Ukraine’s drone masters eye Iran war to kickstart export ambitions
Ukraine’s war has forced the country to become a trailblazer in drone interception.
Senator stalls 3 ‘unfit’ officer promotions in retort to Hegseth
The senator made clear the holds were a direct response to Pete Hegseth's decision to block the promotions of two Black and two female officers.
Japanese destroyer can now fire Tomahawk missiles, extending nation’s combat punch
Japan’s Tomahawk orders are unlikely to be affected immediately, but longer military campaigns in the Middle East could cause setbacks, one analyst said.
Hegseth reportedly removes 2 Black, 2 female Army officers from 1-star promotion list
Hegset has blocked promotions of four Army officers — two Black men and two women — to the rank of brigadier general, the New York Times reported Friday.
Donbas-for-peace offer raises fears of more war, nuclear spread
With Washington tying guarantees to territorial withdrawal, critics warn the deal could reward aggression and make nuclear proliferation more likely.
US uses hundreds of Tomahawk missiles on Iran, alarming some at Pentagon
The U.S. military is burning through the precision weapons at a rate that has alarmed some Pentagon officials.
Ukrainian drones hit all three Baltic States − did Russia redirect them?
It’s unclear if Russia is actively redirecting drones or whether the incursions are simply a byproduct of electronic-warfare defenses and flight distance.
Hegseth prays for ‘overwhelming violence’ during Pentagon Christian service
Hegseth prayed for violence against “those who deserve no mercy” and for justice to be executed "without remorse" during Wednesday’s prayer service.
Senate rejects proposal to overturn VA’s abortion ban
Senators voted 50-48, quashing an effort to overturn the VA's near-total ban on abortions and abortion counseling.
House Armed Services Committee backs sweeping aviation safety reforms
The legislation addresses reforms put forth by federal investigators after a deadly 2025 collision between a regional jet and a U.S. Army helicopter.
59% of Americans feel US military offensive against Iran has ‘gone too far’
Most Americans think Operation Epic Fury has gone too far, a new poll found.
Pentagon reportedly weighs diverting Ukraine military aid to Middle East
The weapons that could be redirected include air defense interceptor missiles purchased through a NATO initiative, the Washington Post reported.
Commander heading US nuclear forces sees no need for warhead tests
President Donald Trump issued a directive in October to conduct nuclear weapons tests.
Hegseth removes rank insignia from military chaplains
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said U.S. military chaplains will no longer wear rank insignia, instead displaying symbols of their faith.
