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Poland is negotiating with the United States to increase the American military contingent in the country, according to Deputy Defense Minister Paweł Zalewski. The move comes as the US continues rotating troops from the 1st Armored Division into Poland, with Washington also planning to pull a cavalry regiment from Germany, potentially boosting the roughly 10,000 US personnel already stationed there.
The Trump administration hosted a nine-hour prayer event on the National Mall as part of America's 250th anniversary celebrations, drawing thousands and featuring top officials. Critics argue the event blurs the separation of church and state, with some describing it as an overt display of Christian nationalism.
The Pentagon's internal watchdog has found that the US military no longer has the people, tools, or infrastructure needed to fully comply with federal laws requiring civilian casualty prevention and response. The report details halted programs and lost personnel, and critics say the cuts have left civilians at risk.
White House counterterrorism czar Sebastian Gorka's newly released strategy has sparked criticism from intelligence experts and analysts who say it prioritizes Latin American drug cartels over Islamist militant groups and omits far-right domestic threats. The document praises President Trump's national security agenda and mentions President Biden seven times, leading critics to argue it is based on political considerations rather than intelligence assessments.
US intelligence assessments indicate that China has provided significant support to Iran's military rebuilding, including intelligence on US forces and dual-use materials, and Chinese companies have allegedly plotted clandestine arms sales to Tehran. While Iran's capability to reconstitute drone attacks could be as soon as six months, a CENTCOM chief's testimony that its military is largely eliminated appears inconsistent with these findings.
Lebanon has filed a complaint with the UN Security Council accusing Iran of interfering in its internal affairs and violating diplomatic protocol, according to multiple sources. The complaint centers on Iran's failure to recall its ambassador after being declared persona non grata and alleged illegal activities by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The move comes amid ongoing US-facilitated talks between Israel and Lebanon.
The Congressional Budget Office estimates President Trump's Golden Dome missile defense system could cost $1.2 trillion over 20 years, far exceeding earlier figures. The report, requested by Senator Jeff Merkley, warns the system could be overwhelmed by a full-scale attack from Russia or China, sparking debate over its cost and feasibility.
South Korean Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back said Seoul will review phased contributions to efforts restoring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, after talks with U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Possible steps range from political support to limited asset provision, short of expanded troop deployments, following an attack on a Korean-operated cargo ship. South Korea is also joining a Britain- and France-led multinational defense meeting on the waterway.
US President Donald Trump has publicly backed Pakistan’s continued role mediating between Washington and Tehran, praising Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir. The endorsement came hours after Senator Lindsey Graham voiced distrust of Islamabad over a CBS News report alleging Iranian military aircraft may be parked on Pakistani airfields.
Senator Jack Reed suggests the US will escalate bombing of Iran instead of deploying ground troops, citing public sensitivity to casualties. He also warns of a shortage of precision-guided munitions affecting US forces globally.
The U.S. Department of Defense has told Congress the war with Iran has cost nearly $29 billion, but independent trackers and Iranian officials put the figure much higher. The conflict, which began in late February and saw a ceasefire in April, has left Iran seeking compensation for what it says are hundreds of billions in damages.
Viral AI-generated images purporting to show Iranian 'kamikaze dolphin' drones are being debunked after US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that Iran does not have an active military dolphin unit. Analysts point to the long, real-world history of military marine mammal programs, which could be the root of the misinformation.
Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has called on the US to accept Tehran's 14-point peace proposal or face repeated failure, following President Trump's rejection of the plan. The ceasefire, in place since April 8, 2026, remains fragile as both sides hold firm, with the US naval blockade and Iran's Hormuz restrictions continuing.
US President Donald Trump is traveling to China this week accompanied by more than a dozen top executives, including Tesla's Elon Musk and Apple's Tim Cook, according to White House officials. The delegation spans key industries as trade and technology dominate the agenda.
US President Donald Trump has warned that Washington may resume military operations in the Strait of Hormuz or take even stronger action against Iran, while reports say the Pentagon has prepared a plan for a short but powerful wave of strikes. The moves come as negotiations appear deadlocked and the White House grows impatient with Tehran's response.
US President Donald Trump has arrived in Beijing for a three-day state visit, the first by an American president in nearly a decade, with trade, Iran, Taiwan and military communication expected to dominate talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The visit is seen as an attempt to stabilise the world's two largest economies amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has referred Senator Mark Kelly to Pentagon lawyers over remarks about depleted US weapons stockpiles, which Hegseth says were based on classified information. Kelly insists he was quoting Hegseth's own public testimony. The dispute is the latest in a broader clash over military conduct and political speech.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has called on the United States to pressure Israel to stop attacks and end the occupation of southern Lebanon, urging Washington to mediate as talks between the two countries continue. Reports highlight rising casualties, displacement, and Hezbollah's opposition to negotiations.
The remains of 1st Lt. Kendrick Lamont Key Jr., a US Army officer who went missing during military exercises in Morocco, have been recovered from the Atlantic Ocean. The search continues for a second soldier, with over 600 personnel involved in the operation.
South Korean Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back met with US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in Washington to discuss the transfer of wartime operational control and nuclear-powered submarines. While Seoul seeks to retake OPCON before 2030, US officials have suggested a later timeline, though a senior South Korean official downplayed the differences.