General Joseph Votel
Head of U.S. Central Command
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View Timeline →Trump: 100% of ISIS-controlled areas in Iraq and Syria have been liberated
President Trump announced that the U.S. and its allies have completely liberated all areas controlled by ISIS in Iraq and Syria. He warned young people…
US Central Command Chief: America is Not Seeking War with Iran
General Joseph Votel stated that the US is not seeking war with Iran, focusing instead on diplomatic and economic pressure. This comes after Secretary of…
American General Calls for Arab Unity to 'Counter' Iran
General Joseph Votel of the U.S. Central Command called for Arab nations to unite against Iran's destabilizing actions during a military conference in Kuwait. This…
Pompeo: The Strait of Hormuz is an international waterway and is not under Iran's control
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo asserted that the Strait of Hormuz is an international waterway not controlled by Iran, while Iranian officials claim full…
Khamenei Changes Commander of the IRGC Navy
Supreme Leader Khamenei appointed Alireza Tangsiri as the new commander of the IRGC Navy and Ali Fadavi as the deputy coordinator amidst rising tensions with…
Senior American General's Strong Criticism of Qassem Soleimani and the Quds Force's Actions
General Joseph Votel criticized Qassem Soleimani and the Quds Force for their destabilizing actions in the Middle East, particularly in Syria and Yemen. Soleimani threatened…
U.S. Officials: Iran Tested a Short-Range Missile During Recent Naval Maneuvers
Iran conducted naval maneuvers in the Strait of Hormuz, testing a short-range missile, which U.S. officials claim was a response to renewed economic sanctions. The…
US Commander in the Middle East and Africa Defends Iran Nuclear Deal
General Joseph Votel defended the Iran nuclear deal in a Senate report, stating it limits Iran's nuclear threats. Trump threatens to withdraw unless Congress addresses…
In Response to American General, Iran Calls the U.S. the Source of Terrorism in the Region
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson has condemned U.S. policies as the root cause of terrorism and instability in the Middle East, responding to U.S. General Joseph…
General Votel: As Iraqi Forces Advance in Mosul, ISIS's Brutal Actions Will Increase
General Joseph Votel warns that as Iraqi forces advance in Mosul, ISIS is likely to increase its violent actions, including executions. He emphasizes that the…
Four Iranian Weapon-Transporting Ships Seized Bound for Yemen in the Last 18 Months
The U.S. Navy has seized four Iranian ships carrying weapons to Yemen over the past 18 months, highlighting ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran.…
Reuters: Iran's Increased Arms Shipments to Houthis via Oman
Iran has reportedly increased its arms shipments to the Houthis in Yemen via Oman, raising concerns among U.S. officials. This escalation in support is seen…
Show of Force by IRGC Boats in the Persian Gulf
In recent confrontations in the Persian Gulf, IRGC boats approached U.S. Navy ships multiple times, leading to warnings and near conflict. U.S. officials criticized these…
American Commander Warns in the Strait of Hormuz; 'These are Critical Minutes'
Iranian Revolutionary Guard vessels approached an American warship in the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns about potential miscalculations in a tense maritime environment. U.S. General…