Pat Ryder
Pentagon spokesperson
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View Timeline →Successful U.S. Navy Response to Houthi Attack on Two Warships
Houthi rebels attacked two U.S. Navy warships with drones and missiles, but the U.S. successfully countered the attack with no reported damage. The incident highlights…
Direct Warning from the U.S. to Iran: We Cannot Contain Israel in Case of a New Attack
The U.S. has warned Iran against launching further attacks on Israel, stating it can no longer contain Israeli retaliation. This warning follows threats from Iranian…
US: The Iranian Government Should Not Escalate Conflict
The US has warned Iran against escalating conflict following Israel's retaliatory airstrikes on Iranian military sites in response to missile attacks. The Pentagon emphasizes its…
The U.S. Says It Is Prepared to Counter Possible Iranian Attack on Israel
The U.S. is preparing for a potential Iranian response to recent Israeli airstrikes, emphasizing its commitment to Israel's security. Tensions are high following Israel's targeting…
Michael McCaul: The Disclosure of Classified Information is an 'Unjustifiable' Violation of U.S. National Security
Michael McCaul, Chairman of the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee, expressed serious concerns over the leak of classified information regarding Israel's planned attack on Iran,…
Pentagon: A Group of American Soldiers Arrived in Israel to Launch the THAAD System
A group of American military experts has arrived in Israel to operationalize the THAAD missile defense system amid rising tensions with Iran. This deployment underscores…
Meeting of Senior U.S. Defense Officials and 50 Countries to Address Ukraine's Needs in Germany
Senior U.S. defense officials are meeting with leaders from over 50 countries in Germany to discuss military support for Ukraine amid the ongoing Russian invasion.…
Pentagon: There is 'definitely' a possibility of an attack by the Islamic Republic or its proxies this week, we are ready to support Israel
The Pentagon has warned of a possible attack by the Islamic Republic on Israel this week amid rising tensions in the Middle East. The U.S.…
Israeli Artillery Attack on Iranian-Backed Militants Near Syrian Border
Israeli artillery targeted Iranian-backed militants near the Syrian border in response to a missile fired from Syria. The U.S. also conducted airstrikes against IRGC positions…
Pentagon: We Destroyed IRGC Weapons Depot and Ammunition Storage Facilities
The U.S. conducted airstrikes on IRGC facilities in Syria in response to ongoing attacks on U.S. personnel. This action highlights the escalating tensions between the…
U.S. Official: Clear Signs of Iranian Forces Presence in Syria
A U.S. official has stated there are clear signs of Iranian military presence in Syria, contradicting Iranian denials. Approximately 2,000 Iranian and Iran-backed forces are…