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SecDef leaves Iran war’s timeline in Trump’s hands

The Pentagon is focusing on operational objectives for success, leaving out Trump’s calls for “unconditional surrender” and an “acceptable” new leader.

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Drone threat ‘will far exceed’ that of GWOT’s roadside bombs

“We're making sure that we get them everything they require to protect themselves,” Brig. Gen. Matt Ross said of troops in CENTCOM.

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Hegseth: US went to war because Iran 'had no intention' of signing a nuclear deal

The Joint Chiefs chairman gave an updated battle damage assessment, roundup of Iran’s capabilities during a briefing Wednesday.

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Cyber, Space Commands were among 'first movers' in strikes on Iran: top general

Coordinated space and cyber operations left Iran "without the ability to see, coordinate or respond effectively," Gen. Caine said.

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Intelligence firms watch for uptick in Iran cyber activity after US, Israel strikes

Analysts say organizations should remain vigilant, though early indications show Iran-linked hackers have overstated their success.

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‘It sounded relentless’: American in Bahrain describes days of drone and missile attacks

A “constant barrage of sirens, missile impacts, Patriot interceptors, drones, and jet engines.”

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Fake DOD memo about ‘compromised’ apps shows swift spread of deceptive messaging

The message, widely circulated as the U.S. bombed Iran, shows how quickly unverified information can reach troops.

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First 24 hours of Trump's war on Iran, by the numbers

As of Sunday morning, three service members have been killed and five wounded in Operation Epic Fury.

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Iranian drones damage US Navy base in Bahrain; Americans evacuate

Retaliatory strikes damaged facilities at the home of the 5th Fleet headquarters.