James Mattis

Former Defense Secretary blasts Trump: He's not trying to unite Americans

James Mattis condemns Trump for his handling of the protests over George Floyd’s death. Trump: I'm glad he is gone!

Croatia gives Israel one week to fix fighter jet deal

After US nixes $500 million Israeli-Croatia F-16 deal, Croatia gives Israel one week to gain US approval or acquisition will be scrapped.

'Mattis and I resigned for the exact same reason'

Former Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman reacts to news of resignation of US counterpart, says he has 'complete disconnect' with Netanyahu.

Oman and Brazil step up and PLO bows out

Book claims Trump ordered Assad killed

New book claims Secretary of Defense ignored order from President to kill Syrian dictator following deadly chemical weapons attack.

Mattis puts Iran 'on notice'

U.S. Defense Secretary warns the Trump administration will not tolerate Iran's mischief in the region.

Mattis: We're not seeking regime change in Iran

Defense Secretary says U.S. hasn't instituted a policy of regime change or collapse in Iran.

Mattis: Israel-Iran confrontation increasingly likely

U.S. Defense Secretary says a military confrontation between Israel and Iran in Syria is becoming increasing likely.

Liberman meets with John Bolton, Jared Kushner

Israeli Defense Minister meets Trump's National Security Advisor John Bolton, discusses Iran and national security.

Liberman heads to US to discuss 'Iran's expansion'

Israeli Defense Minister to discuss Iranian aggression in Syria and across Middle East as deadline to decide fate of Iran nuclear deal looms

Mattis-Bolton accord can sway Trump to dump PLO for Jordan

Mattis jokes: Bolton is 'the devil incarnate'

Defense Secretary Mattis jokes that he was told John Bolton is 'the devil incarnate.'

Report: White House to replace McMaster

Officials say White House preparing to replace H.R. McMaster as national security adviser as early as next month.

Mattis: Diplomacy with North Korea hasn't failed

U.S. Defense Secretary says he still has confidence in diplomatic efforts on North Korea.

Mattis warns North Korea of 'massive response'

Secretary of Defense warns North Korea of a "massive military response" to any use of nuclear weapons.

Mattis and counterparts: North Korea poses a 'grave threat'

Secretary of Defense meets Asian counterparts for discussions on North Korea.

'I suggest that no one test our patience'

Defense Minister meet U.S. Defense Secretary, says Israel has clear red line when it comes to its security.

Mattis: Be ready with military options on North Korea

U.S. Defense Secretary urges military leaders to be ready with military options to deal with North Korea should diplomacy fail.

180 Democrats urge Trump to re-certify the Iran deal

All of the House Democratic leadership send letter to Trump urging him to re-certify Iran deal ahead of October 15 deadline.

Mattis backs diplomatic solution to North Korea crisis

U.S. Defense Secretary says the Pentagon backs Tillerson's effort to find a diplomatic solution to the crisis with North Korea.

Mattis: It's in our interest to stay in Iran deal

U.S. Defense Secretary says he believes it would be in America's national security interest to stick to Iran nuclear deal.

Mattis warns North Korea

U.S. Defense Secretary warns North Korea of a "massive military response" if it threatens the U.S. or its allies.

Mattis: If North Korea attacks, it's game on

U.S. Defense Secretary warns that an attack by North Korea could quickly escalate into war.

Mattis: War with North Korea would be 'catastrophic'

U.S. Defense Secretary says Washington prefers diplomacy over war, but is ready to deal with North Korea threat.

Mattis: North Korea shouldn't cause 'destruction of its people'

US Secretary of Defense issues statement corroborating President Trump's recent statements of warning to North Korean regime.

Mattis: I assume ISIS leader is alive

U.S. Defense Secretary says he thinks ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is still alive.

Mattis: Fight against ISIS has accelerated

Secretary of Defense says the fight against ISIS has shifted to "annihilation tactics."

Mattis: Military action in North Korea would be 'tragic'

U.S. Defense Secretary says Washington is working to find diplomatic solution to North Korea crisis.

Mattis: We'll defend our troops

The U.S. is not deepening its role in Syria's civil war but will act defensively when needed, says Defense Secretary Jim Mattis.

Mattis 'not worried' about Trump disclosures

Defense Secretary says he's not worried that Trump may have disclosed classified information to Russia.

United States 'prepared to defend itself'

Tillerson, Mattis and Coats clarify that the U.S. seeks the peaceful denuclearization of North Korea but is prepared to defend itself.

'Trump WH has brought a welcome change to US policy'

PM Netanyahu praises Trump administration for change in US policy towards Iran during meeting with Defense Secretary Mattis.

US Defense Chief: 'No doubt' Syria still has chemical weapons

General Mattis visits Israel, says Assad definately still possesses chemical weapons after recent chemical attack on civilians.

'We need an active America in our region'

Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman meets Defense Secretary James Mattis. The two discuss regional issues and U.S. involvement in the region.

Liberman: The three main problems are Iran, Iran, Iran

Defense Minister Liberman meets Secretary of Defense James Mattis to discuss a range of defense-related issues.

'Iran is the biggest state sponsor of terror'

U.S. Defense Secretary blasts Iran following its latest ballistic missile test.

Senate committee confirms Trump's Defense Secretary

Senate Armed Services Committee votes 26-1 in favor of James N. Mattis as Secretary of Defense.

Trump's Defense Secretary nominee: Tel Aviv is Israel's capital

James Mattis, tapped for Defense Department, tells confirmation committee that Tel Aviv, not Jerusalem, is Israel's capital.

Trump confirms: Mattis will be Secretary of Defense

U.S. President-elect confirms his intention to nominate retired General James Mattis as Defense Secretary.

Report: Trump chooses Mattis as Defense Secretary

Sources say President-elect has chosen retired Marine Gen. James N. Mattis to be Secretary of Defense. Announcement expected next week.