Pentagon

This is the first time a senior US official is willing to discuss the behind-the-scenes events on the day Hezbollah’s pagers exploded.

Kingsley Wilson, the Pentagon's deputy press secretary, posted a neo-Nazi talking point about Leo Frank and echoed antisemitic conspiracy theories in past tweets.

The Common Multi-Mission Truck (CMMT) missile concept is a new product that aims to develop a family of low-cost modular weapons from Lockheed.

Classified documents regarding the assassinations of JFK, RFK, and MLK are to be released. Trump added that "other topics of great interest" will have classified records declassified.

Lockheed Martin developed THAAD, and its primary purpose is to intercept and destroy short- and medium-range ballistic missiles.

Israeli media previously reported that Paragon's purchase had been approved by the US government.

Austin also discussed with Katz attempts to secure Israeli hostages held captive by Hamas.

Republican Congressman Jeff Van Drew suggested that the drones were being launched from an Iranian "mothership" that was stationed off the East Coast.

Hegseth's nomination has run into trouble on Capitol Hill over allegations about his personal and professional life, and Trump allies increasingly think Hegseth may not survive further scrutiny.

"We are very supportive of the ceasefire, and the Department of Defense plays an important role here in the US and in working with partners in the region to prevent a wider conflict."