Report: Pentagon orders preparations for renewed war with Iran
Pentagon instructed US Central Command to complete preparations for renewed military operations against Iran, potentually before Israel's elections, report says.
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US redirects 130th vessel enforcing naval blockade against Iran
US Central Command says forces have redirected 130 vessels enforcing the naval blockade against Iran and disabled three ships that refused to comply.
IDF Chief Zamir cancels US trip amid heightened security alert
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir will remain in Israel amid heightened readiness, canceling a planned US visit as the military monitors several potential threats.
Report:
Iran downed at least two American drones in recent days
US officials tell CBS News Iranian forces have shot down at least two American MQ-1 drones in recent days. CENTCOM refuses comment.
US calls claim false
Iran says tanker hit naval mine near Hormuz
Iran says an oil tanker struck a naval mine near the Strait of Hormuz, while CENTCOM says the vessel was hit by an Iranian missile and drone.
CENTCOM:
'US forces redirected 94 vessels to enforce Iran blockade'
CENTCOM says US forces redirected 94 commercial vessels and boarded two as Washington enforces its maritime blockade against Iran. Trump: Oil prices will drop when we win the war.
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US forces destroy Iranian oil tanker in Gulf of Oman
CENTCOM announces US forces destroyed three Iranian oil tankers after the IRGC launched ballistic missiles at two US Navy ships.
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US forces enforce naval blockade on Iran
CENTCOM releases video showing US forces enforcing the Iran naval blockade, saying 86 vessels were redirected, three disabled and two boarded.
Report:
Trump weighs limited US Strikes on Iran in Strait of Hormuz
US officials say CENTCOM developed plan for periodic strikes aimed at preventing Iran from rebuilding radar, air defense and anti-ship missile capabilities.
Secret document to Hegseth:
'We will carry out the orders, but at a price'
Senior US military leaders reportedly warn that prolonged operations against Iran are straining forces and could weaken readiness against threats elsewhere.
The Israeli force-multiplier factor in US military strength
Israel did not grow strong because it had an American alliance. It acquired an American alliance because it had grown strong. Opinion.
CENTCOM chief:
'Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes now free of Iranian mines'
In an operational update, CENTCOM Commander Adm. Brad Cooper says US forces cleared Iranian sea mines from Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes amid an ongoing naval blockade.
Carrier strike group operates
CENTCOM chief concludes Middle East visit
CENTCOM’s Adm. Brad Cooper concludes visit to six Middle East nations, including Israel, and visits the USS Abraham Lincoln, praising troops for their intense deployment.
US military strikes ship attempting to break Iran naval blockade
US Navy helicopter fires Hellfire missiles at a Panama-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman after its crew ignores warnings and attempts to enter Iran.
Ahead of the New Year:
IDF Chief's special gift to CENTCOM Commander
IDF Chief Eyal Zamir presented CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper with a shofar, praising the unprecedented strategic partnership between the militaries.
CENTCOM chief arrives in Israel for high-level security talks
US Central Command chief Adm. Brad Cooper lands in Israel for meetings with IDF leaders, with Gaza and regional security expected to top the agenda.
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US F-22 refuels over the Middle East
CENTCOM publishes footage of a U.S. Air Force F-22 stealth fighter receiving fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker while in the skies over the Middle East.
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U.S. enforcement operation of Iran’s naval blockade
The U.S. Central Command released footage of the launch of a carrier-based fighter jet taking off in the Arabian Sea as part of operations against Iran.
Following Jordan base attack
CENTCOM completes heavy wave of strikes across Iran
CENTCOM conducts strikes on dozens of IRGC targets across Iran in retaliation for attempted Iranian missile attacks on US bases in Jordan.
US military boards tanker to enforce Iranian naval blockade
US forces board a Comoros-flagged tanker and detail the disabling of another vessel, confirming its naval blockade against Iran remains in full effect.
Jordan intercepts Iranian barrage after deadly US strikes in Iran
Jordan's military intercepts seven Iranian missiles and six drones on Friday, after Iranian state media reported four dead, five wounded, in overnight US strikes near Ahvaz.
13th consecutive night:
CENTCOM wraps Iran strikes to protect shipping lines
CENTCOM completes its 13th night of strikes on Iranian command hubs and drone sites, as Tehran activates air defenses. Explosions in Bandar Abbas and Ahvaz.
IRGC declares Strait closed
US hits Iran for 12th consecutive night
CENTCOM completes its 12th consecutive night of strikes on Iranian military sites, while the IRGC declares the Strait of Hormuz closed and warns uncoordinated ships against transit.
11th consecutive night
CENTCOM hits Iranian hangars and logistics
CENTCOM completes its 11th consecutive night of strikes against Iranian military targets to protect Strait of Hormuz shipping following months of Iranian aggression.
Tenth straight night
US wraps Iran strikes, Iran targets Kuwait base and oil tankers
CENTCOM completes its tenth night of strikes on Iranian military sites, while Iran fires missiles at a US base in Kuwait and attacks two oil tankers.
Pentagon says nearly 100 US troops injured since July 7
Defense officials confirm nearly 100 US service members suffered mostly minor injuries since July 7, pushing back on claims the Pentagon hid the data.
Amid Middle East tensions
State Department issues global security warning
US State Department issues a global travel advisory, warning citizens of complex Middle East tensions, potential travel disruptions, and overseas threats.
Ninth consecutive night
US wraps up Iran strikes as IRGC attacks oil tankers in Hormuz
CENTCOM completes a ninth night of strikes on Iranian command and defense sites, as the IRGC retaliates by attacking two oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
After IRGC attack on US troops
Eighth night of US strikes hits Iran
CENTCOM conducts its eighth straight night of precision strikes on Iranian military sites while Iran launches retaliatory drone and missile attacks into Kuwait.
US refueling planes to move to IAF bases
IDF confirms US will increase number of refueling planes sent to Israel, but says they will park at IAF bases instead of Ben Gurion International Airport.
Two US service members killed in Iranian strike
US Central Command says two service members killed, one missing, in Iranian strike on Jordan.
Seventh consecutive night
US launches strikes targeting Iranian military assets
CENTCOM conducting seventh straight night of precision strikes against Iranian military targets, with explosions reported in Bandar Abbas.
US forces destroy IRGC surveillance tower near Strait of Hormuz
US forces destroyed a maritime surveillance tower at Iran’s Chah Bahar Shahid Kalantari Port, saying it was part of an IRGC network used to monitor commercial vessels and coordinate attacks on civilian crews.
Sixth wave of strikes
US targets Iranian airports, bridges, and logistics hubs
CENTCOM completes sixth consecutive night of precision strikes on Iranian military sites, while Iran launches drone counterattacks and warns it would target regional infrastructure.
US Marines board tanker as Navy enforces blockade on Iran
CENTCOM releases footage of US Marines boarding a tanker in the Gulf of Oman while enforcing its "steel wall" naval blockade against Iranian ports.
Iran strikes continue
Report: US expands strike campaign into northern Iran
CENTCOM concludes another wave of precision strikes on Iranian command sites, with attacks reportedly expanding northward to reach Semnan Province and areas surrounding Tehran.
CENTCOM enforces blockade
Missiles strike tanker headed to Kharg Island
CENTCOM disables unladen oil tanker headed for Iran with Hellfire missiles after it ignores warnings, enforcing its reinstated naval blockade.
In broad daylight:
US begins wave of strikes in Iran
US' CENTCOM announces new wave of strikes against Iran - this time in broad daylight.
Dozens of targets hit
US completes seven-hour strike wave in Iran
CENTCOM completes a seven-hour wave of strikes on Iranian military sites while resuming its naval blockade.
CENTCOM chief:
'Iran attacked seven commercial ships over past week'
CENTCOM Chief Adm. Brad Cooper accuses Iran of intentionally attacking seven ships in seven days, killing or injuring nearly a dozen crew members.
Yehezkeli warns:
US restraint is emboldening Tehran
Senior commentator Zvi Yehezkeli warns US engaging in 'rounds' of escalation with Iran only emboldens Tehran, urges Washington to hit 'painful' targets.
Third consecutive night
CENTCOM completes 5-hour mission, hits key Iranian sites
US forces launch a third straight night of strikes on Iranian targets to degrade threats against commercial ships in Hormuz.
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US sea-drone attack in Iran - from the drone angle
US forces successfully struck a submarine and ship maintenance facility in Iran. This is the first time American forces have employed sea drones in combat operations.
Fourth time this week
US deploys attack drones, hits dozens of targets in Iran
CENTCOM completes a new wave of precision strikes on Iranian military sites to protect the Strait of Hormuz: “Iran does not control the Strait of Hormuz."
'War crimes'
Tehran denounces US strikes, claims they violate MoU
Tehran accuses the US of committing war crimes and breaking the peace agreement with recent strikes, launched in response to Iranian attacks on commercial ships.
Third wave of strikes
US hits 140 Iranian military targets
US forces strike 140 Iranian military targets after an IRGC attack on a container ship, triggering Iranian missile responses across Gulf nations.
Analysis:
Why seizing Kharg Island would be a strategic mistake
What would actually be gained by occupying Kharg Island? What would the costs be? Can the operation's objective be realized without an invasion?
Report: US strikes strategic Iran rail link to China, Russia
United States reportedly strikes strategic railway bridge serving as part of key transportation corridor linking Iran with China and Russia.
90 targets struck
US strikes in Iran following attacks on shipping
US forces strike 90 Iranian military and infrastructure targets, prompting Iranian threats of immediate retaliation. Trump: "This is in retribution for yesterday’s bombing of ships by Iran."
More than 80 targets
US launches powerful strikes in Iran
US military strikes targets in Iran in response to attacks on three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran fires on Bahrain and Kuwait in response.
Lebanese Army to deploy in two cities, under US supervision
CENTCOM chief to supervise Lebanese Army deployment in two cities, in line with pilot program to determine whether Lebanon can thwart Hezbollah from regaining its strength.
Jack Engelhard:
Trump’s successful game of Rope-a-Dope
If Iran keeps on toying with him, he’s got all the power to lower the boom. And he gave them a taste of that this weekend. Opinion.
US strikes Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz
US Army says it attacked Iranian targets in the area of the Strait of Hormuz, in response to an attack on a merchant vessel attributed to Iran.
Vance warns Iran:
'Violence will be met with violence'
Vice President JD Vance warns Iran that "violence will be met with violence" following retaliatory US airstrikes triggered by an Iranian attack on a commercial ship.
US eliminates top ISIS leader in Syria
US Military confirms that senior ISIS leader Ali Husayn al-‘Ulaywi was eliminated in an airstrike in Syria.
3 Indians killed in US strike
India confirmed three sailors were killed after a US strike disabled an oil tanker accused of violating the blockade on Iran.
Hegseth:
'CENTCOM will be busy tonight because we will hit Iran hard'
US Secretary of War reiterates Trump’s warning on imminent strikes on Iran, explains they are meant to force Tehran into a nuclear deal.
Living in Israel:
An orchestra seat at an unrehearsed performance
What's next? Your guess is as good as mine and every pundit's. For one morning, a helicopter tipped the scales. And I am watching developments from the front row.
After helicopter downing
US Army launches strikes on Iran
At Trump's orders, US forces launch three waves of precision strikes on Iranian radar and air defense sites, following the downing of a US Apache in the Strait of Hormuz.
US Navy strikes tanker violating Iran blockade
CENTCOM said a US Navy fighter disabled an oil tanker after its crew ignored orders and continued sailing toward Iran.
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