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For the first time ever: An autonomous drone boat rescues US pilots in Strait of Hormuz
Saronic Technologies' Corsair autonomous surface vessel rescued two US pilots after Iran downed their Apache helicopter
US sources dismiss Pentagon leak alleging Israeli spying as anti-Iran war pushback
Pentagon raises Israel espionage threat to 'critical' as Mossad chief ousts deputy
Pentagon raises Israel's espionage threat level to 'critical' amid tensions with US - report
Pentagon approves potential sale of F-15 support, equipment to Saudi Arabia
The Pentagon explicitly stated that the sale would not alter the military balance of power in the region, nor would it have any adverse effects on the United States' defense readiness.
Secret Israel-US Pentagon talks focused on intelligence sharing as Iran tensions rise - exclusive
During a quiet visit to Washington, IDF Chief Eyal Zamir met senior US military leaders in closed-door talks tied to Iran and regional security, according to diplomatic sources.
Israel's 'model ally' from Pentagon is key signal, even if downplayed by media - analysis
Washington signaled where it intends to anchor its Middle East strategy: in self-reliant partners willing to fight for their own security.
Pentagon's 2026 defense strategy names Israel a ‘model ally,’ shifts to ‘peace through strength’
The 34-page document, signed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, constitutes a strategic message to Israel, solidifying its position as the United States' most senior partner in the Middle East.
WATCH: Trump: Watching Iran closely, we have a massive armada heading in that direction
Trump added that he threatened Iran with US airstrikes if the Islamic Republic's regime carried out hangings of protesters and political dissidents as planned, and Tehran backed down as a result.
Trump told large-scale Iran strikes would not topple Islamic Republic regime, officials tell WSJ
US officials caution Trump that military action could escalate tensions without changing Iran's leadership.
Where are the American bases in the Middle East Iran threatened it might strike? - explainer
Trump warned Iran that if it retaliated against the US, the US would respond at levels “never seen before.”
US planning of military operation against Iran in 'advanced stages,' official says - report
US forces in the Middle East are ready for operations against Iran, as military plans move into advanced stages, an anonymous official told Al Jazeera.
US military warns Trump it needs more time to prepare for Iran strikes - report
Senior US defense officials warned President Donald Trump that more time is needed to prepare for potential strikes on Iran, according to reports.
Four Tomahawk missiles fired at Nigeria by US on Christmas failed to explode
The US strikes were conducted on Christmas night, December 25, 2025. US President Donald Trump declared the attack a "Christmas present" for ISIS, claiming that they were persecuting Christians.