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The defense secretary aggressively pushed back on reporting about an initial, "low confidence" DIA assessment that the strikes on Iran likely did not destroy key components.
Analysts told Breaking Defense that any ceasefire would be on shaky ground, especially if Israel sees a chance to topple the Iranian regime.
The operation included more than 125 US aircraft, "dozens" of aerial refueling tankers, a guided missile submarine and ...
"The broader Lebanese population sees little strategic or national benefit in entangling their fragile country further in Iran’s own agenda, particularly after the heavy toll they have already paid," ...
The Pentagon announced today that it would move responsibility for Greenland to under US Northern Command, a shift that comes amid international concern over the Trump administration’s designs on the ...
Depending on the effectiveness of Israeli strikes on missile sites, Iran’s ballistic capability may still be its most effective option for striking back.
Some experts told Breaking Defense the conflict would likely stay contained between Israel and Iran, but another warned that the only thing certain now is uncertainty.
There’s an urgency to change and transform the Army and these guys [are] going to help,” said Col Dave Butler.
The US said Israel acted "unilaterally," though President Donald Trump warned of more "brutal" Israeli attacks to come.
Below are key items to know from each of the military services. Air Force. The Air Force’s procurement for categories like aircraft and missiles would climb under the administration’s plan.
WASHINGTON — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth cast doubt on the future of the E-7 Wedgetail today, suggesting to lawmakers that the Pentagon is looking to space-based assets to take over the ...