Damage reports begin filtering in from attack on Iran
Damage assessments are continuing after U.S. and Israeli strikes in Iran. Retaliatory missile attacks are reported in at least five places.
Vance downplays long war risk as Trump reviews Iran strike options
Vice President JD Vance downplayed long-term Middle East war risks as President Donald Trump reviews Iran strike options.
US stacks advanced stealth F-22 Raptors in Israel as Iran talks continue
The U.S. reportedly deploys F-22 Raptors to Israel for the first time as regional allies deny airspace for potential strikes on Iran.
How Anthropic will lose more than $200 million if it refuses Pentagon demands
The Pentagon has threatened to blacklist Anthropic from working with the military unless it gives them full access to its AI system.
Hegseth gives Anthropic deadline to give military full access to its AI
Defense Secretary Pete Hegeseth has given Anthropic until Friday to give the U.S. military unfettered access to its AI model, Claude.
Trump’s top general warns of munitions shortages as Iran strike risks grow
The United States deploys 150 aircraft near Iran as General Dan Caine warns President Trump of critical munitions shortages.
Latest attack adds to mounting casualty toll as Ukraine war nears 4-year anniversary
Russia attacks Ukraine’s power grid ahead of the invasion’s fourth anniversary as total military casualties reach an estimated 1.8 million.
Trump’s push for war in Iran might go beyond its nuclear ambitions: Analysts
Trump said Iran’s nuclear arms program is the main reason the U.S. may attack but some analysts say it could be something else.
‘Twitter randos’ are tracking US military flights. Why that creates a security risk
U.S. Air Force officials warn that public flight tracking by OSINT analysts poses a direct threat to military operational security worldwide.
What are Trump’s options as US builds up air power around Iran?
The U.S. masses its largest airpower buildup since 2003 as President Trump demands Iran fully dismantle its nuclear and missile programs.
New seismic data challenges Beijing’s nuclear test ban claims
U.S. releases seismic data alleging a secret 2020 Chinese nuclear test at Lop Nur as global arms control agreements continue to expire.
The US gives Iran an ultimatum: Two weeks to make a deal
After indirect talks in Geneva, Vice President JD Vance issued a blunt warning: Iran has two weeks to meet U.S. demands.
Pentagon used Anthropic AI in Maduro raid as contract faces review: Report
Anthropic's Claude AI model was used in the military operation to capture Nicolás Maduro, sparking a review of Pentagon defense contracts.
Second US carrier could deploy as Iran talks hit missiles, enrichment roadblocks
The Pentagon is readying a second aircraft carrier for Middle East deployment as President Trump increases military pressure on Iran.
Netanyahu heads to DC while heavy US aircraft crowd skies near Iran
Public flight-tracking data compiled by OSINT analysts shows a large flow of U.S. C-17 transport aircraft into Europe and the Middle East.
Zelenskyy says US gave June deadline to end Russia-Ukraine war
The U.S. set a June deadline for Ukraine and Russia to reach a peace deal and end the war, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.
Hegseth says Defense Department is cutting ties with Harvard
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Friday that the department is cutting its academic ties with Harvard University.
US-Russia treaty capping nuclear warheads lapses. What happens next?
The New START Treaty expired, ending verifiable caps on U.S. and Russian nuclear arsenals as tensions rise over China's growing stockpile.
USS Abraham Lincoln reaches striking distance of Iran
The USS Abraham Lincoln and three Tomahawk-equipped destroyers have entered the Arabian Sea, placing Iranian targets within range.
Flag removal at US Embassy deepens rift with key NATO ally Denmark
U.S. Embassy in Copenhagen removes tribute to fallen Danish soldiers as President Trump’s comments on NATO contributions spark backlash.
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