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Iranian Attack on Saudi Base Wounds at Least 10 US Troops

Missile strike also damages several planes at Prince Sultan Air Base

Defense Secretary Hegseth Blocks Promotions of Black and Female Colonels

Lawmakers and military officials condemn the 'outrageous and wrong' decision as racist and sexist.

VP Vance Invokes Jesus' Return in Gulf War Support

Vance connects troops' service to upcoming Christian holy week in White House address.

MSNBC Hosts Mock Trump Over Pentagon Press Restrictions During Iran Conflict

Criticism from TV personalities highlights tensions between administration and media over wartime messaging and transparency.

Pentagon Considers Sending 10,000 More Troops to Middle East

The move comes as the U.S. and Iran negotiate a potential ceasefire after three weeks of conflict.

US Rapidly Depletes Tomahawk Missile Stockpile in Iran War

Insiders warn supplies are 'alarmingly low' as over 850 missiles have been launched in the first month of the conflict.

Global Defense Spending Surges, NATO Allies Commit to Increased Investment

Rising military costs, Ukraine conflict, and shifting security priorities drive 19.6% growth in global defense spending

Most Americans Say US Military Action Against Iran Has Gone Too Far

New AP-NORC poll finds concerns over gas prices and doubts about Trump's foreign policy decisions

White House Criticized for 'Disrespectful' Iran War Memes

Veterans and others condemn social media posts mixing real footage with video games and cartoons.

Most Americans Say US Military Action Against Iran Has Gone Too Far

New AP-NORC poll finds widespread concern over rising gas prices and doubts about Trump's foreign policy decisions

US Ambassador Recalls Chilling War Decision on Afghan Child

Mike Waltz had to decide whether to shoot a 10-year-old Taliban spotter in Afghanistan.

Pentagon Imposes New Restrictions on Reporters After Court Loss

The Department of Defense is requiring journalists to work from an annex facility and be escorted at all times within the Pentagon.

Pentagon Tightens Press Restrictions After Court Ruling

New policy requires all journalists to be escorted by authorized personnel, closing off independent access to the military headquarters.

Pentagon to Issue New Press Credentials, Remove Media Offices

Department disagrees with court ruling, plans to appeal decision allowing reporters access

GOP Sen. Tillis questions objectives of Iran war

Tillis says administration must clarify goals before approving more funding

GOP Sen. Tillis questions objectives of Iran war

Senator says administration must clarify goals before approving additional funding

Trump Officials Move Into Military Housing Amid Security Concerns

Increasing number of high-ranking Trump administration officials living on military bases in the Washington, D.C. area

US Central Command destroys Temu MiG-21

Cuba rejects US request for diesel fuel amid ongoing blockade

Pentagon Seeks $200B in Additional Funding for Iran War

AP source says the request comes as Iran intensifies attacks on Gulf oil and gas infrastructure.

Pentagon Seeks $200B More for Iran War

Defense Secretary says additional funding needed to cover current and future costs

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