Pentagon

Pentagon troubled by Israel's move to shut down UNRWA operations

Defense Secretary Austin's opposition to Knesset's UNRWA legislation highlights potential legal ramifications for Israel.

Report: IDF strikes Hezbollah affiliated media building in Beirut

Shrapnel falls on central Israel after Hezbollah rockets • IDF confirms potential Hezbollah successor Hashem Safieddine killed

Pentagon's private letter to Gallant, Dermer about possible arms embargo leaked to Israeli media

Deputy Press Secretary Sabrina Singh doubled down that the letter was meant to be private correspondence and not intended for public consumption. 

Israel not expected to attack Iran nuclear facilities, to focus on bases, intelligence sites - NYT

Biden and other US officials have said that strikes on nuclear facilities would be ineffective and "plunge the region into a full-scale war."

Emails show early US concerns of Israeli war crimes

US officials believed days into the war that a humanitarian crisis was forthcoming, but the Biden administration didn't acknowledge their concerns.

By REUTERS
05/10/2024

Biden says discussions ongoing concerning Israeli retaliation for Iran's rocket attack on Tuesday

Biden stated that discussions about Israel potentially targeting Iran's oil facilities are ongoing following Iran's recent rocket attack.

Pentagon seeking more information before classifying Beirut strike as escalation of war

The Pentagon said it is assessing the event, but had no additional information or specifics to provide at this time.

IDF strikes Beirut, US, France push for temporary ceasefire in North

UK government announces £5 million in support of humanitarian efforts in Lebanon • IDF detects suspicious movement on Lebanese border

US sends additional forces to Middle East as tensions soar, Pentagon says

After almost a year of war against Hamas in Gaza, Israel is shifting its focus to its northern frontier, where Hezbollah has been firing rockets into Israel in support of its ally Hamas.

By REUTERS
23/09/2024

Pentagon withholds $5 m. per F-35 jet as deliveries resume

F-35 deliveries resume, but $5 m. per jet is withheld until the TR-3 upgrade is complete, ensuring enhanced combat capabilities.

By REUTERS
29/08/2024
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