March 1 Sustained war with Iran could drain US missile stockpiles, test escalation control U.S. officials say limited military strike against Iran is feasible, but sustained conflict complicated by missile defense shortages from Ukraine.
February 28 Iran fires missiles at US bases across Middle East after American strikes on nuclear, IRGC sites Iran launched missile and drone strikes on U.S. military sites across Middle Eastern countries Friday, retaliating after U.S.-Israeli attacks.
February 27 Trump says he plans to order federal ban on Anthropic AI after company refuses Pentagon demands President Trump plans to ban Anthropic AI from government use following a dispute over military applications and safeguards, calling the company "radical left."
February 27 Tech company refuses Pentagon demands on unrestricted use of its AI The Pentagon is in a dustup with Anthropic as it demands the AI company agree to allow the Department of War to utilize its tech for all lawful uses.
February 27 Iran’s missile reach: What’s in range now — and how close they are to the US Trump warns Iran missiles could "soon reach" U.S. as tensions escalate. Iran's current arsenal threatens American forces across Middle East bases.
February 27 FAA restricts Texas airspace after Pentagon reportedly strikes down Customs and Border Protection drone Pentagon reportedly shot down U.S. Customs and Border Protection drone near Texas-Mexico border, prompting criticism and flight restrictions.
February 25 Hegseth appeals ruling blocking punishment of Dem senator over ‘illegal orders’ video War Secretary Pete Hegseth appeals court ruling that blocked Pentagon from punishing Sen. Mark Kelly over video urging troops to defy "illegal orders."
February 24 Pentagon gives AI firm ultimatum: lift military limits by Friday or lose $200M deal Pentagon gives Anthropic until Friday to remove military restrictions on Claude AI model or face contract termination and Defense Production Act.
February 23 Pentagon audit: Republicans push AI to reform defense spending Fox News chief national security correspondent Jennifer Griffin reports on Republican efforts to mandate AI for Pentagon audits. The Department of Defense has failed audits for eight straight years.
February 22 US assets in Middle East positioned for ‘highly kinetic’ war, ex-Pentagon official warns U.S. launches major Middle East military buildup with overwhelming force capabilities against Iran as nuclear talks continue, former Pentagon official Dana Stroul said.