Pentagon

Pentagon: N. Korea Can Make a Small Nuclear Warhead

North Korea has the capacity to make a nuclear warhead small enough to fit on a ballistic missile, says to a new assessment by the Pentagon.

Iranian Jet Tries to Intercept U.S. Drone

An Iranian fighter jet tried to intercept a U.S. Predator drone over the Gulf but backed off.

Barak, Hagel Meeting Described as 'Warm'

The U.S. will continue to provide Israel with military aid, U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel told Defense Minister Ehud Barak

Barak and Hagel to Meet at the Pentagon

Barak and new Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel will meet Tuesday, making Barak the first foreign counterpart Hagel will meet.

Pentagon Approves Major Expansion of Cyber Security Force

The US has approved an expansion of its cyber security force, in an effort to improve its ability to defend critical computer networks.

Possible Suicide in Death of Elite US Navy SEAL

The death of a top US Navy SEAL is under investigation after the Pentagon claimed the Commander did not die in combat.

US Sends Muslim Brotherhood’s Morsi 20 F-16 Warplanes

Egypt’s unstable Muslim Brotherhood regime, voted into power on an anti-US and anti-Israel platform, is to receive 20 F-16 fighter jets.

US May Sell Israel 6,900 GPS Bombs

The United States is considering an Israeli request to buy 6,900 GPS bombs, weighing up to one ton, as Middle East tensions rise.

Iran Attempts and Fails to Shoot Down U.S. Drone

An unarmed U.S. surveillance drone was fired at by Iranian military jets last week, Pentagon reveals. The drone was not hit.

Pentagon Says Book's Account of Bin Laden Raid 'Inaccurate'

Pentagon officials are calling the recently released book that provides a firsthand account of raid that killed Osama bin Laden inaccurate.

First-hand Account of Bin Laden Raid Elicits Wrath of Pentagon

The Pentagon has threatened to take legal action against author who wrote firsthand account of raid that killed Osama bin Laden.

Panetta’s Visit Sealed F-35 War Plane Sale to Israel

The Pentagon approved Israeli electronic warfare equipment for the F-35 stealth fighter jet, whose wings will be built by Israel.

Pentagon, Lockheed Martin Agree on Israeli F-35s

Pentagon, Lockheed Martin agree to enhance electronic warfare equipment on the F-35 jet and integrate Israeli-unique systems.

US Warns Syria Over Chemical Weapons

Pentagon officials tell Syria not to 'even consider' using chemical weapons; Israel will secure Syrian stockpiles if regime collapses

Pentagon Boosts Defenses in Persian Gulf

Pentagon is building a missile-defense radar station at secret site in Qatar and organizing largest minesweeping exercises in Persian Gulf.

Pentagon: Iran Continuing to Improve its Ballistic Missiles

New Pentagon report finds that Iran’s military continues to improve the accuracy and killing power of its ballistic missiles.

Panetta Honors Holocaust Victims at the Pentagon

U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta, Defense Minister Ehud Barak, attend ceremony in honor of Yom Hashoah at the Pentagon.

Pentagon to Press for More Money for Iron Dome

Pentagon will press Congress for additional money for Iron Dome. New budget calls for $3.1 billion in military assistance for Israel.

Pentagon Fears 'Regional War'

US officials are concerned that an Israeli strike on Iran could result in regional war and hundreds of US casualties, after Pentagon games

Panetta: U.S. Preparing Options for Strike on Iran

Panetta confirms the Pentagon is preparing options for striking Iran, says an American attack would be more effective than an Israeli one.

Pentagon Has Desk-Drawer Military Plan to Attack Syria: Report

The Pentagon has detailed plans for military action if Obama decides to intervene, CNN says. Satellites are gathering intelligence.

Top US General Grilled on Iran Strike

For the second time in two weeks Sen. Lindsey Graham took aim at the Pentagon's top man over deteriorating relations with Israel.

Senators Back Netanyahu in Pentagon Row

US Senators John McCain and Lindsey Graham were quick back Israel in a growing rift with the Obama administration over Iran

Report: U.S. Looking into Military Option in Syria

The Pentagon is currently examining the range of possibilities for action in Syria, including military action.

Obama Eyes Massive Pentagon Cuts

US President Barack Obama has plans to cut the US military to the tune half a million personnel and as much as $1 trillion

Pentagon Successfully Tests Flying Bomb

A warning to Iran? The Pentagon held a successful test of a flying bomb that travels faster than the speed of sound.

Pentagon Evacuated During 5.8 Quake

An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.8 struck near Washington, D.C., prompting an evacuation of the Pentagon.

Israel to Buy 4 More Iron Dome Systems with US Aid

Israel will purchase four more Iron Dome anti-rocket systems with US aid, to defend its citizens against terror attacks.

Report: Iran Could Have Nuclear Bomb in One Year

Iran has the technology to create a nuclear weapon within a year, Western intelligence sources told the London Times.

Pentagon Halts Israeli Fighter Jet Bid, US a Rival on Tender

The Pentagon commands Israel to withdraw its bid for a $12 billion tender for the Indian Air Force. US companies are now in position to win.