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America’s largest and most modern aircraft carrier has returned to its homeport following an unprecedented 326-day mission. The USS Gerald R Ford arrived at Naval Station Norfolk on Saturday,...
In a high-stakes Senate Armed Services Committee hearing, China's military buildup and its deepening alliances with rogue states like Russia, Iran, and North Korea emerged as the overriding concern...
In a marathon six-hour showdown before the House Armed Services Committee, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth weathered a storm of criticism from Democrats and independents on the Iran war's toll and a...
Washington's defense corridors are buzzing after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told lawmakers that President Trump holds the authority to prolong conflicts past 60 days without congressional green...
In a triumphant Pentagon briefing, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth hailed 'Operation Epic Fury' as a resounding success, claiming US-Israel forces obliterated Iran's military might while achieving all...
The Pentagon became a battleground of words on Thursday as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth lambasted the US press for undermining military triumphs in the escalating conflict with Iran. In a joint...
The U.S. military machine has hammered Iran with precision strikes on more than 7,000 sites, propelling the conflict into an aggressive phase where Tehran's defenses lie in ruins. Defense Secretary...
Washington's defense corridors buzzed as Secretary Pete Hegseth laid bare President Trump's ultimate authority over the Iran air campaign's conclusion. In a candid March 19 briefing, he honored the...
The Pentagon is signaling a major escalation against Iran, with Operation Epic Fury poised to expand its devastating impact. US and Israeli forces are gearing up to eradicate Tehran's missile...
The U.S. military brushed off intervention calls from China and Russia as it presses ahead with strikes on Iran. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared during a Pentagon briefing that the duo holds...
In a move that's splitting Washington down party lines, senior Trump aides are set to brief Congress on the audacious U.S.-led assault on Iran. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Secretary of State...
The United States has unleashed Operation Epic Fury, a historic aerial onslaught described by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as unparalleled in its lethality, complexity, and accuracy. Speaking from...
In a strategic move to fortify America's naval dominance, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth inaugurated the Arsenal of Freedom tour on January 6 in Washington. This initiative promises sweeping changes...
Former President Donald Trump has issued a veiled warning to Chinese President Xi Jinping regarding any potential aggression towards Taiwan. During an interview, Trump suggested that China...
At a military base near Washington, President Donald Trump convened a meeting with senior military officials. The gathering on Tuesday included hundreds of generals, admirals, and their advisors. The...
Following US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, former President Donald Trump hinted at the possibility of a "regime change" in Iran. Trump questioned the current leadership's ability to...
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the success of a recent US operation in Iran on Sunday. Speaking alongside Chairperson of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force General Dan Caine, Hegseth...