General Pat Ryder
Pentagon spokesperson
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View Timeline →Pentagon: Investigation into Leak of Classified Information on Israeli Attack on Iran is in Early Stages
The Pentagon is investigating a leak of classified information regarding Israel's preparations for an attack on Iran, with a Defense Department employee named as a…
With Increased Risk of Regional War: Pentagon Announces Deployment of More Military Forces to the Middle East
The U.S. is deploying additional military forces to the Middle East amid rising tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, primarily to prepare for the potential evacuation…
US Requests Israel to Avoid Escalating Tensions with Hezbollah
The US is urging Israel to de-escalate tensions with Hezbollah amid increasing military actions following the October 7 Hamas attack. Secretary of State Antony Blinken…
US Floating Dock in Gaza Coast Damaged Again
The US floating dock in Gaza has suffered another collapse, raising concerns about its future and the effectiveness of humanitarian aid delivery to the region.…
Pentagon: Suspension of Hezbollah Brigades Operations Does Not Affect US Retaliatory Actions
The Pentagon confirmed that the US will respond to Iranian proxy attacks despite Hezbollah Brigades suspending their operations against US forces. This comes after a…
CENTCOM: Four Houthi Drones Shot Down Over the Red Sea
The USS Laboon shot down four Houthi drones over the Red Sea, responding to threats against international shipping. The Houthis, backed by Iran, have been…
Over 20 Countries Join US Coalition to Protect Ships in the Red Sea
More than 20 countries have joined a US-led coalition to protect shipping in the Red Sea from Houthi attacks, which have significantly disrupted oil tanker…
Pentagon: Attempt to Hijack a Commercial Oil Tanker in the Gulf of Aden Was by Somali Pirates
The Pentagon confirmed that an attempted hijacking of a commercial oil tanker in the Gulf of Aden was carried out by Somali pirates, not the…
Reuters: Eight Militants Linked to the Islamic Republic Killed in U.S. Airstrike in Iraq
The U.S. conducted airstrikes in Iraq, killing eight Iran-backed PMF militants in retaliation for previous attacks on American forces. The Iraqi government condemned the strikes…
Biden: America Ready to Take Further Actions After Attack on Iranian Proxy Forces
President Biden announced readiness for further military actions against Iranian proxy forces following U.S. strikes in Syria aimed at deterring attacks on American personnel. The…