Iran
The US says it destroyed Iran’s space command. Experts say it wasn’t much of a threat.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ nascent space program has only a handful of satellites.
‘Firepower about to surge dramatically’ over Iran: Hegseth
The defense secretary asserts that the U.S. has no shortage of munitions.
The Pentagon moves into the era of affordable mass
Even as cheap drones deplete expensive air defenses near Iran, the U.S. military is working to turn the tables.
B-1, B-52 bombers join Trump’s war on Iran
Modernized 20th-century aircraft are still crucial for the conflicts of today and tomorrow, aviation experts say.
Why the US went to war without a plan to evacuate DOD civilians, contractors, and others
A diplomatic veteran cites operational secrecy—and describes how things might have gone better.
The US built up its missile defenses—and will need to do it again
The war against Iran has depleted stocks of vital interceptors.
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.
Iran-linked hacktivists could target US state and local targets, experts warn
Networks, government websites, and critical infrastructure providers should buckle up.
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.
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.
‘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.”
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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Shahed drone meets clone in US war on Iran
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