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Footage reveals Iran's assault on Camp Buehring and the U.S. retreat from Kuwait
geopolitics2 days ago

Footage reveals Iran's assault on Camp Buehring and the U.S. retreat from Kuwait

CBS News obtained exclusive footage showing Iranian missiles, drones, and F-5 jets striking Camp Buehring in Kuwait during the early stages of the Iran war. The attack forced the evacuation of over 90% of the 7,000 troops stationed there, leaving behind a small garrison that faced severe ammunition shortages. While no service members were killed by enemy fire, two were injured by lightning in the desert, and the base was ultimately abandoned. The incident highlights the strain on U.S. forces and raises questions about the long-term viability of American bases in the region.

via CBS News|
#camp-buehring#defense-department#geopolitics
Amodei to meet Trump privately as Pentagon blacklisting ruling looms
technology13 days ago

Amodei to meet Trump privately as Pentagon blacklisting ruling looms

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei will attend a private White House dinner with President Trump on Sunday, marking their first one-on-one meeting. The gathering aims to ease tensions after months of friction, including a recent federal appeals court ruling that upheld the Pentagon’s designation of Anthropic as a supply chain risk. While the administration frames the meeting as a step toward American technological leadership, it occurs just days before a broader AI executive summit and amid ongoing disputes over model usage restrictions.

via Axios|
#ai-policy#anthropic#dario-amodei
Iranian Strikes Hit U.S. Bases Across the Middle East, Pentagon IG Finds
world25 days ago

Iranian Strikes Hit U.S. Bases Across the Middle East, Pentagon IG Finds

A Pentagon inspector general report shows Iranian strikes damaged hundreds of buildings at U.S. bases across the Middle East during Operation Epic Fury; despite shooting down more than 6,000 drones and 1,500 missiles, some munitions got through, damaging aircraft (including up to 30 MQ-9 Reapers) and a Bahrain naval base, and straining logistics that led to basing changes such as shifting operations to Diego Garcia, with Epic Fury costs totaling about $33.4 billion and $3.7 billion in equipment losses.

via Business Insider|
#airstrikes#defense-department#epic-fury
Kendall Slams Hegseth’s Pentagon as Dysfunctional, Citing a Climate of Fear
politics1 month ago

Kendall Slams Hegseth’s Pentagon as Dysfunctional, Citing a Climate of Fear

Former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall described the Defense Department under Pete Hegseth as dysfunctional, citing a climate of fear and a witch-hunt for woke ideology that has harmed morale and could push service members to leave; Kendall warned the situation could last two and a half more years and referenced his NYT op-ed and CNN interview.

via HuffPost|
#defense-department#frank-kendall#pete-hegseth
Vance rejects Iran wedding strike claim, vows swift investigation and civilian-protection commitments
world1 month ago

Vance rejects Iran wedding strike claim, vows swift investigation and civilian-protection commitments

Vice President JD Vance pushed back on Iran’s assertion that U.S. strikes hit a wedding, insisting the United States never targets civilians and that officials are investigating the report while remaining skeptical of Iran’s state media. He emphasized accountability, noting mistakes would be learned from, and praised Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as a strong leader while urging a culture shift at the War Department.

via The Guardian|
#civilian-casualties#defense-department#iran
Hegseth blocks six Army officers from two-star promotions as Pentagon reshapes leadership
us-politics1 month ago

Hegseth blocks six Army officers from two-star promotions as Pentagon reshapes leadership

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has blocked at least six U.S. Army officers from promotion to two-star generals, the latest in a series of interventions as he reshapes the Pentagon; the moves follow earlier reports of blocks on other officers and come as Army Secretary Dan Driscoll departs amid tensions. Pentagon officials say promotions are decided by the President and the Secretary, while observers note that Hegseth has overseen the firing or blocking of more than 80 generals and admirals during his tenure.

via The Independent|
#defense-department#pentagon#pete-hegseth
Hegseth Pushes to Slash Civilian-Protection Program as Casualties Mount
politics1 month ago

Hegseth Pushes to Slash Civilian-Protection Program as Casualties Mount

ProPublica reports that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asked top commanders to vote on drastic cuts to the Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response (CHMR) program; commanders largely rejected eliminating it, with some urging full staffing. Hegseth ultimately gutted CHMR, cutting funding, but follow-up memos and rising civilian casualties in Yemen and Iran have spurred a partial revival and reboot at reduced staffing, signaling a potential return of the program amid congressional pressure and debates over legal and moral obligations to minimize civilian harm.

via ProPublica|
#central-command#chmr#civilian-casualties
Iran War casualties rise: Pentagon updates U.S. wounded past 750
politics1 month ago

Iran War casualties rise: Pentagon updates U.S. wounded past 750

The Defense Department says more than 750 U.S. service members have been wounded since the Iran conflict began on Feb. 28, with the latest totals showing 18 killed and 757 wounded when combining the DCAS Overseas Operations and Operation Epic Fury data. The Pentagon created the Overseas Operations category on July 7 to capture such casualties, and past reporting disruptions had briefly altered tallies. The update comes as talks with Tehran stall and President Trump pauses negotiations while tensions remain high.

via CNN|
#casualties#defense-department#iran-war
Hegseth Eyes 2028 Run, Sparking GOP Tension Beyond the Pentagon
politics1 month ago

Hegseth Eyes 2028 Run, Sparking GOP Tension Beyond the Pentagon

Sources say Pete Hegseth is plotting a future White House bid, with his Iowa trip fueling speculation after he campaigned for GOP candidates in Iowa, South Carolina, and Kentucky. The Defense Secretary’s office says the trip was in a personal capacity, but the idea of a sitting cabinet member pursuing a political campaign is unusual. The story also frames potential tensions with Trump within MAGA politics and notes past controversies surrounding Hegseth as he weighs a possible run.

via The Daily Beast|
#defense-department#donald-trump#pentagon
Tillis Demands Bipartisan Pentagon Briefings After Hegseth Exclusion
politics1 month ago

Tillis Demands Bipartisan Pentagon Briefings After Hegseth Exclusion

Sen. Thom Tillis criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for excluding Democrats from classified Pentagon briefings, warning that such brevity could backfire if Democratic votes are needed to pass funding; Tillis urged a bipartisan briefing for all 100 senators as Hegseth pushes large defense-budget requests amid Iran-related tensions, while noting Tillis’s own role in a forthcoming memoir critical of Trumpworld. The Pentagon says it works with Congress to fund the armed services and that Hegseth and other senior officials regularly engage with lawmakers, with the department seeking roughly $1.5 trillion from Congress.

via The Daily Beast|
#defense-department#democrats#pentagon
Pentagon Pete Faces Fire Over Alleged Yemen Civilian-Casualty Cover-Up
politics2 months ago

Pentagon Pete Faces Fire Over Alleged Yemen Civilian-Casualty Cover-Up

The Daily Beast reports that NBC sources say three April Yemen airstrikes, part of Operation Rough Rider, likely killed around 150 civilians and wounded 200, contradicting the Pentagon’s public denial of civilian casualties. Amnesty International condemns the White House and Pentagon for a lack of transparency as lawmakers press for answers, and leaked documents show casualty tallies being revised or reclassified in a way that could obscure the true toll amid Trump-era military actions. The piece frames Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as central to the controversy and notes the Pentagon’s ongoing comment requests.

via The Daily Beast|
#amnesty-international#defense-department#donald-j-trump
Pentagon Pete Pushes for More Cash as Iran War Drains U.S. Stockpiles
politics2 months ago

Pentagon Pete Pushes for More Cash as Iran War Drains U.S. Stockpiles

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is pressing Congress for additional funding after the Pentagon says the Iran war has exhausted its stockpiles and long-range missiles, with about $67 billion requested to replace losses; Republicans were briefed in a closed session while Democrats were largely left out, as officials warn that readiness could suffer as the conflict drags on far beyond the president’s initial promise of a quick “few weeks.”

via thedailybeast.com|
#defense-department#donald-j-trump#iran
Trump’s Iran War drains U.S. missile stockpiles as Pentagon scrambles for funds
politics2 months ago

Trump’s Iran War drains U.S. missile stockpiles as Pentagon scrambles for funds

The Daily Beast reports that Trump’s war with Iran has nearly exhausted the U.S. stockpile of long-range missiles, with anonymous Defense Department sources warning this could jeopardize future readiness as Russia and China grow more capable. While Trump touts abundant munitions and has halted strikes, officials say the Pentagon is scrambling for money and ideas, pressing Congress for about $67 billion to plug the budget hole. Iran denies cooperation with the talks, and the situation has sparked market reactions and ongoing tit-for-tat attacks, illustrating mounting strain on U.S. military planning and credibility.

via The Daily Beast|
#defense-department#donald-j-trump#iran