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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth visited Israel to meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of the upcoming elections, discussing a potential renewal of military strikes against Iran amid internal US administration debates over strategy.

Officials in the Donald Trump administration are hiring defense lawyers ahead of potential midterm losses in Congress, fearing extensive Democratic investigations and subpoenas.

Israeli defense companies showcase advanced combat systems at AUSA 2026 in Washington, targeting the US defense budget amid growing export records.

US Senator Thom Tillis launched a blistering critique of Donald Trump's cabinet picks in a CNN interview, calling his vote for Pete Hegseth his biggest career regret.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced sweeping military reforms at Quantico, including a 20% reduction in top generals, the creation of an AI and drone command, and a ban on progressive policies.

Republican Congressman Thomas Massie called the war in Gaza a genocide during a House speech, while also criticizing leadership for delaying his effort to oust Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

The White House has explored potential replacements for Deputy Defense Secretary Steve Feinberg, sources say. Both the White House and the Pentagon denied the reports, affirming that Feinberg retains full support in his role.

The US Department of Defense is implementing mandatory testosterone testing for service members. The initiative aims to optimize soldiers' physical health, though experts warn of the risks of unnecessary medical intervention.

According to a Wall Street Journal report, US vessels, fighter squadrons, and air defense units will remain in the region at least until next year. Meanwhile, the Pentagon has restricted access to classified information following leaks regarding military opposition to the war in Iran.

Dan Driscoll submitted his resignation to President Trump after months of severe tension with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and a wave of dismissals of senior officers. His departure leads to an unprecedented situation where the U.S. Army is left without a single leader, civilian or military, confirmed by the Senate.

The goal of these strikes is to prevent Iran from restoring its radar and missile capabilities in the strait to ensure it cannot threaten vessels, according to US officials. The plan is supported by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth but has not yet been approved by President Trump.

Senior military officials warn of damage to American capabilities in other theaters, including the domestic front. More than 50,000 troops are on alert. Some forces are expected to remain in the Middle East until 2027.

According to NBC, US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has discussed the possibility of a 2028 presidential run with associates. While no official decision has been made, his recent political activities in key states have sparked significant speculation.

The commander of the US Army received a message that he should close an investigation into an associate of the Trump administration. He refused and was fired shortly thereafter.

Dan Driscoll is expected to resign from his position by the end of the year following months of tension with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, reported The Wall Street Journal. The report comes after Hegseth fired the US Army Chief of Staff in April. According to the report, Driscoll's family already left the official residence reserved for the Secretary of the Army during the summer.

From public appearances to presence at sensitive security meetings: Jennifer Hegseth is taking an increasingly large place in the US Secretary of Defense's circle, while political and security officials criticize the blurring of lines between family and national security.

The US Secretary of Defense announced his intention to check the levels of the male hormone in every soldier over the age of 30. Why have testosterone supplements become popular now, and could they be dangerous? Longevity science — in our new section.

A military plane, a "personal" visit, and unusual involvement in campaigns: Pete Hegseth's recent moves are raising one question in the US – what exactly is he planning for the day after Trump?

Criticism continues against the US Secretary of Defense regarding the deterioration of service conditions aboard the aircraft carrier 'Abraham Lincoln'. This time, it comes from the political arena in the United States.

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has decided to exclude Democratic members of Congress from classified briefings, a move that could jeopardize the approval of the defense budget.

Families of sailors on the aircraft carrier report severe mental distress, suicide attempts, and poor living conditions, while the US Navy claims there has been no increase in reports of suicidal thoughts and that the crew is receiving medical and mental support.

President Trump was secretly extracted from Turkey in a deception operation involving senior administration officials. While some officials and advisors remained on the plane from which Trump was evacuated, others flew to the UK with the president on a military aircraft. Journalists on board the decoy plane were unaware of the operation.

General Charles Costanza, who commands US Army operations in Europe, was dismissed from his post about two months before he was scheduled to finish his term. The US Army did not explain the reason, while dozens of senior officers have already been dismissed or moved from their positions.

According to the Washington Post, the president was furious after discovering that US ammunition stockpiles had significantly depleted, affecting the continuation of the campaign against Iran. The White House and the Pentagon deny the report.

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth addressed the cancelled American strike, emphasizing that the US military maintains a high state of readiness despite ongoing negotiations.

Democratic members of the US Congress have directed harsh criticism toward the US military. In a letter sent to US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, the lawmakers demanded to conduct their own investigation into the Iranian attack in which six American military personnel were killed in early March. This is despite the fact that US forces have already begun their own internal investigation into...

Amid the war with Iran, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth held an emergency meeting with tech startup leaders. The Pentagon is seeking their assistance to rapidly rebuild depleted stockpiles of precision munitions.