Admiral Brad Cooper
Senior U.S. Navy Commander in the Middle East
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View Timeline →"Crazy Plan" or "Agreement"; Where is the Tension Between Iran and the U.S. Leading?
Admiral Brad Cooper reported to President Trump about the current situation regarding the conflict with Iran, emphasizing the maritime blockade. This highlights the escalating tensions…
Strait of Hormuz Shipping Routes Cleared of Iranian Sea Mines, Vessels Transiting Freely, Says CENTCOM Chief
Admiral Brad Cooper, the CENTCOM chief, announced that the Strait of Hormuz's shipping routes have been cleared of Iranian sea mines, allowing for the free…
US Admiral Claims Iran Struggles to Finance Proxy Militias Due to Naval Blockade
US Admiral Brad Cooper stated that Iran is struggling financially and unable to support its proxy militias due to a US naval blockade that has…
US CENTCOM Commander Highlights Security Milestones in Strait of Hormuz
US Central Command commander Admiral Brad Cooper highlighted the operational success of American forces in securing navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing the export…
Admiral Acknowledges Sailors' Hardships During U.S.S. Lincoln Deployment
Admiral Brad Cooper, head of U.S. Central Command, visited the U.S.S. Lincoln and praised the sailors for their service during a challenging nine-month deployment, noting…
Saudi Crown Prince and US CENTCOM Chief Discuss Regional Security in Jeddah
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with US CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper in Jeddah to discuss defense cooperation and regional security. This meeting…
Iran Demands Arab States to Reject US Claims of Military Collaboration
Iran's Foreign Ministry has called on neighboring Arab states to publicly reject US claims that they participated in military operations against Iran. This demand follows…
US Accuses Iran of Targeting Commercial Vessels, Holding It Accountable for Crew Deaths
The United States has accused Iran of being responsible for the deaths and injuries of crew members on commercial vessels, claiming that Iranian forces targeted…
US Admiral Claims Military Strikes Have Weakened Iran's Defense Capabilities
Admiral Brad Cooper testified before US lawmakers, asserting that US-Israeli military operations have significantly weakened Iran's military capabilities. This discussion comes amid ongoing tensions between…
CENTCOM Commander: Iran's Ability to Threaten Its Neighbors Has Been Severely Weakened
Admiral Brad Cooper announced that U.S. bombings have severely reduced Iran's capacity to pose threats to its neighbors and U.S. interests, with a significant impact…
U.S. Central Command Reports Significant Reduction in Iran's Naval Mine Inventory
Admiral Brad Cooper of U.S. Central Command reported to the Senate Armed Services Committee that U.S. forces have successfully destroyed over 90% of Iran's naval…
Iran Denies US Claims of Attacking Iranian Naval Forces in Strait of Hormuz
The US Central Command claimed to have struck Iranian vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, alleging they posed a threat to commercial shipping. Iran has…
Iran Denies US Claims of Sinking Iranian Naval Vessels in Strait of Hormuz
Iran has rejected claims made by the US Central Command that six Iranian naval vessels were sunk in the Strait of Hormuz. The US military…
US Military Claims to Have Eliminated Iranian Naval Threat in Strait of Hormuz
The US Central Command claimed to have struck six Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz, alleging they posed a threat to commercial shipping. This…
CENTCOM Chief Visits USS Tripoli in Arabian Sea Amid Ongoing Naval Blockade
Admiral Brad Cooper, the chief of US Central Command, visited the USS Tripoli in the Arabian Sea, emphasizing US military presence in the region amid…
US Forces Redirect Commercial Ships Amid Naval Blockade on Iran
The US military has redirected dozens of commercial ships to enforce a naval blockade on Iranian ports, as confirmed by CENTCOM. This action coincides with…
US-Iran War 2026: Operation Epic Fury, the Strait of Hormuz Crisis, and the Limits of American Air Power - Quwa
This analysis details the 2026 US-Iran war, codenamed Operation Epic Fury, focusing on Iran's retaliatory missile and drone campaign, the closure of the Strait of…
Trump Weighs Military Action Against Iran or Pursuing Negotiations
US President Donald Trump stated that the United States must choose between negotiating with Iran or escalating military action, amid rising tensions in the West…
CENTCOM to Brief President Trump on Potential Military Actions Against Iran Amid Fragile Ceasefire
CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper is briefing President Trump on new military options regarding Iran as the US considers further military operations amid a fragile…
'Admiral Brad Cooper: Israel and Arab Allies are Key to US Military Objectives Against Iran'
Admiral Brad Cooper, the commander of US Central Command, has commended Israel and Arab nations hosting US military bases as vital allies in the conflict…