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Pentagon secret documents leaker gets 15-year prison sentence

Former US airman Jack Teixeira receives 15-year prison sentence for leaking classified Pentagon documents on social media platform Discord.

Pentagon:

'The US will work closely with Israel's next Defense Minister'

Pentagon describes dismissed Defense Minister Yoav Gallant as a "trusted partner," stresses the Pentagon will continue to work closely with the next defense minister, Israel Katz.

Trump:

US leak of Israeli plans shows 'enemy within'

Former President questions how a Pentagon employee could leak classified documents related to Israel's plans to retaliate for Iran's missile attack. 'That’s the enemy, I guess that maybe is the enemy from within.'

Pentagon denies

Senior Pentagon employee behind leak of Israeli strike plans

A Pentagon official told Sky News Arabia that a director of one of the assistant secretary of defense's offices is suspected of leaking documents with Israel's plans to retaliate for the October 1st missile strike on the country by Iran.

Israel's attack plans leaked, US investigating

Documents dated October 15-16 make rounds on the internet, US investigating who had access to top-secret Pentagon document. 'Depending on how this was leaked that trust could be eroded.'

THAAD missile defense system arrives in Israel

The American THAAD missile defense system has arrived in Israel and will be operational in the near future, Pentagon statement says.

Pentagon:

Deployment of advanced missile defense system in Israel approved

Secretary Lloyd Austin authorized the deployment of a THAAD battery and US military personnel to Israel to help bolster Israel's air defenses following Iran's unprecedented attacks against Israel on April 13 and again on October 1.

In Thursday phone call

Gallant and Austin discussed retaliation against Iran

Pentagon says Secretary of Defense "reaffirmed ironclad support for Israel's right to defend itself" in conversation with Defense Minister. Axios reports: Gallant discussed with Austin the Israeli plans for retaliation against Iran.

After Nasrallah elimination:

US military boosts air support, increases readiness of troops

Pentagon warns Iran against escalating the current conflict: The United States will take every necessary measure to defend our people.

Pentagon:

US not providing Israel intelligence or support against Hezbollah

Pentagon spokesperson Sabrina Singh tells reporters the US is not providing any support to Israel in the current conflict with Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Pentagon spokesperson:

'There is still a threat of an Iranian attack against Israel'

Pentagon spokesperson Patrick Ryder says “Iran has indicated that it intends to retaliate, so we will continue to take that threat seriously."

Pentagon:

Tanker attacked by Houthis may be leaking oil

Pentagon says the Sounion oil tanker, which was attacked in the Red Sea last week, is still on fire and the Houthis threatened to attack two tugs had sent to salvage the vessel.

Pentagon:

Danger of Iranian attack on Israel remains

Pentagon spokesperson Air Force Major General Patrick Ryder warns statements by Iranian officials suggest the threat of an attack continues even after Israel's pre-emptive strike on Hezbollah yesterday.

USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier arrives in the Middle East

The Pentagon announced earlier this month that US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin had ordered the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier as well as the USS Georgia guided missile submarine to the Central Command region.

Pentagon spokesman:

'Iran attack on Israel is certainly possible this week'

Pentagon spokesman Pat Ryder tells reporters the threat from Iran needs to be taken seriously so more resources are being maneuvered to the region.

Pentagon:

8 US service members injured in Friday's Syria drone attack

Pentagon reveals that eight US service members were injured in a drone attack on Rumalyn Landing Zone, which hosts troops from the US and other countries in the US-led coalition.

Amid regional tensions:

US to send strike guided missile submarine to the Middle East

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin speaks to Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, orders deployment of a guided missile submarine and the Abraham Lincoln strike group to the Middle East.

Amid threats from Iran:

US to bolster military presence in the Middle East

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin orders aircraft carrier, additional ballistic missile defense-capable cruisers and destroyers to the region amid concerns of regional escalation by Iran or its proxies.

9/11 mastermind and two others agree to plea deal

Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two of his accomplices held at the Guantanamo prison have agreed to plead guilty to conspiracy charges in exchange for a life sentence.

US officials confirm:

Temporary pier project off Gaza coming to an end

Pentagon spokesman says an effort to reattach the pier was unsuccessful and, as such, the project will permanently end soon.

For the third time:

US aid pier removed, may not be re-installed

Pier built by the US military to bring aid to Gaza removed for a third time due to weather. Officials say the US is considering not re-installing it unless aid begins flowing out.

Pentagon:

'Israel did not use Gaza aid pier in hostage rescue operation'

Pentagon spokesperson pushes back on reports claiming that Israel used the US-built pier off Gaza during "Operation Arnon" to rescue hostages held in Gaza.

US-built pier in Gaza reconnected after repairs

The section that connects to the beach in Gaza rebuilt nearly two weeks after being damaged by heavy storms.

US pier off Gaza breaks, sustains damage

Pentagon spokesperson says repairs to the damaged port will take more than a week.

Secretary Austin to undergo medical procedure

Pentagon spokesperson says Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is continuing to deal with bladder issues that arose in December. He will transfer power temporarily to his deputy.

Pentagon spokesman:

'No final decision on paused weapons shipment'

Pentagon Press Secretary Patrick Ryder tells Channel 13 News: We’re going to continue to provide Israel with the munitions it needs to defend itself.

US military completes construction of Gaza aid pier

Pentagon spokesperson says current weather conditions make it unsafe to move the two-part facility into place at this time.

Report:

US pier off Gaza could be operational by the weekend

Officials tell Politico the US military-built pier off the coast of Gaza will be up and running as early as this weekend barring weather delays.

Threat of Iranian attack

US moving 'additional assets' to the Middle East

White House says there remains a “real,” “credible” and “viable” threat of Iran launching strikes.

Report:

US in talks on peacekeeping team in Gaza

Biden administration officials reportedly in preliminary conversations on proposal to help fund either a multinational force or a Palestinian Arab peacekeeping team in post-war Gaza.

Austin to Gallant:

No to Rafah operation without ensuring civilians' safety

Pentagon Press Secretary summarizes meeting between Austin and Gallant: The Secretary stressed that the United States and Israel have a moral imperative and a shared strategic interest in safeguarding civilians.

Pentagon official:

US Defense Secretary to host Gallant next week

Pentagon official says Secretary Lloyd Austin will host Defense Minister Yoav Gallant next week for a bilateral meeting at the US Defense Department.

Pentagon:

'Temporary Gaza pier will be ready in about 60 days'

Pentagon spokesperson says the temporary pier off the coast of Gaza is expected to be fully operational in about 60 days and will deliver two million meals daily.

Report:

White House asks for list of Israel-bound weapons

The White House recently asked the State Department and the Pentagon for a list of all weapons transfers to Israel that are planned or are up for approval in the coming weeks.

Senior US officer:

Shared confidential information on dating site

David Franklin Slater, a former senior US Army officer, sent classified Pentagon documents about Russia's invasion of Ukraine to a "Ukrainian woman" he met on a dating site. He could be sent to prison for 30 years.

Pentagon review:

No ill intent on Austin's hospitalization

Pentagon releases results of review that found no attempt to hide Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s secret hospitalizations in December and January.

Iran-backed militia:

'We're suspending attacks against US'

Kataib Hezbollah says it will suspend its attacks against US forces in the region. Pentagon spokesman: Actions speak louder than words.

US Defense Secretary released from hospital

Secretary Lloyd Austin's sudden absence due to prostate cancer treatment was not explained to other top officials for several days, and has left many in Washington displeased.

Pentagon:

'No plans to withdraw troops from Iraq'

Pentagon says it is not currently planning to withdraw its troops from Iraq, despite Baghdad's announcement it would begin removing the US-led military coalition.

Pentagon confirms:

Vessel attacked off coast of India was hit by Iranian drone

The tanker was described as having Israel links due to the fact that it was leased from a company that is indirectly owned by an Israeli.

Pentagon:

More than 20 countries taking part in anti-Houthi coalition

Pentagon says more than 20 countries have agreed to participate in the new US-led coalition safeguarding commercial traffic in the Red Sea.

US strikes Iranian-backed militiamen in Iraq

The strike follows repeated attacks against US bases in Iraq and Syria.

Pentagon:

56 attacks on US troops in Iraq and Syria since mid-October

Pentagon Deputy Press Secretary says 59 US personnel have been injured in attacks on troops in Iraq and Syria.

Third time in recent weeks:

US military strikes targets affiliated with Iran in Syria

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says US military struck training facility and safe house used by IRGC and Iran-affiliated groups in Syria.

Pentagon:

Houthis tried to recover the US drone they downed

Pentagon says Yemen's Houthis attempted to recover a US drone they shot down but it is unlikely they will recover anything of significance.

US strikes Syrian facility used by IRGC

Pentagon announces the US military struck weapons storage facility used by Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and affiliated groups.

Pentagon confirms US is flying drones over Gaza

The move is part of the efforts to locate the more than 200 hostages being held by Hamas, including 10 Americans.

Pentagon confirms US to transfer 2 Iron Dome batteries to Israel

The US purchased the 2 Iron Dome systems in 2019, systems being returned to Israel to assist in rocket defense in war with Hamas.

US approves sale of spare parts to Saudi military

The $500 million sale will fund spare and repair parts for Saudi Arabia’s military.

Due to Iran's actions:

US to send additional fighter jets and warship to Middle East

The US seeks to monitor key waterways following Iran's seizure and harassment of commercial shipping vessels in recent months.

Pentagon to tighten controls on classified information

The new plans follow the leaking of classified documents earlier this year.

Pentagon:

Chinese spy balloon didn't collect intelligence

Pentagon says the US took steps to mitigate intelligence collection by Chinese spy balloon shot down over the Atlantic in February.

Alleged Pentagon documents leaker pleads not guilty

Jack Teixeira, accused of leaking highly classified military documents on social media, pleads not guilty to six federal charges.

Alleged leaker of Pentagon documents indicted

Jack Teixeira faces six counts in the indictment of willful retention and transmission of national defense information.

Pentagon official outlines new US Middle East strategy

Despite a paradigm shift, Assistant Secretary of Defense Mara Karlin says commitment to the region is unshakable.

Fake AI photo of Pentagon explosion leads to stock selloff

Fabricated image goes viral on social media before being called out as fake by fire department and experts.

Man suspected of leaking Pentagon docs to remain in jail

Federal judge rules that Jack Teixeira, accused of leaking top-secret documents, will remain in jail pending trial.

Leaked Pentagon documents:

US officials knew about additional Chinese spy balloons

Leaked documents show that Chinese balloon that was shot down was one of at least three that intelligence agencies know of.

Suspect in leaking Pentagon documents charged in court

21-year-old Jack Teixeira charged in federal court in Boston.

Report:

US tries to reassure Israel after Pentagon leak

Biden administration tried to reassure Israel about security relationship, according to Israeli officials.