U.S. Defense & Military Politics - Page 322

June 13

Iran threatens to hit US bases in the Middle East: What is the threat level?

Iran condemns Israel's overnight strikes on military and nuclear facilities while threatening US bases in the Middle East as the Trump administration orders partial evacuations.

June 13

Nearly half of Americans back Israeli airstrikes on Iran, poll shows

Survey reveals partisan split on Israeli strikes against Iran's nuclear sites, with 60% of Republicans supporting action while majority of Democrats oppose it

June 13

NYPD ramps up security at Jewish sites across NYC after Israeli strikes on Iran

The NYPD has announced that it is ramping up security at Jewish religious and cultural sites across New York City after Israel launched strikes on Iran overnight and into Friday.

June 13

Trump faces critical decision as Middle East teeters on brink of war

Israel's strike against Iran's nuclear program marks a dramatic escalation in Middle Eastern tensions, raising questions about U.S. response and potential for wider regional conflict.

June 13

What is Israel's first line of defense, the Iron Dome?

Israel's first line of defense is the Iron Dome, the second is David's Sling, or "Magic Wand," and the third is the Arrow. The U.S. has contributed financially to these systems.

June 13

Who were the top Iranian generals killed in Israeli strikes?

Israel’s targeted attacks on Iran’s nuclear and missile infrastructure early Friday took out at least 20 senior Iranian commanders, inflicting a significant blow to Tehran's governing theocracy.

June 12

Democrat grills Hegseth on whether he'll take 'accountability' for Signal chat once DOD IG report drops

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced tough questioning from Rep. Moulton regarding potential disclosure of classified information about F-18 launch times for Houthi strikes on Signal.

June 12

Pete Hegseth faces tough questioning over classified leak claims

Rep. Seth Moulton presses Pete Hegseth for 'accountability' over Houthi strike info shared over Signal leak.

June 12

Pentagon may sink Biden-era deal to sell Australia nuclear-powered submarines

U.S. Defense officials review the nuclear submarine agreement with Australia and the U.K., while Congress demands clearer shipbuilding plans to address concerns about lagging timelines.

June 12

California Dem tells Hegseth he's an 'embarrassment' to the US, should 'get the hell out' of the DOD

Tensions erupted on Capitol Hill as Rep. Salud Carbajal, D-Calif., told Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to 'get the hell out' of the Defense Department.