Patrick Ryder
U.S. Department of Defense spokesperson
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View Timeline →Pentagon Deploys More B-52 Bombers and Destroyers to the Middle East
The Pentagon is deploying additional B-52 bombers and destroyers to the Middle East to bolster U.S. military presence and deter Iranian aggression amid ongoing conflicts…
Biden's Concern Over Iran's Attack on Israel Following the Death of Hassan Nasrallah
The Biden administration is concerned about a potential Iranian military response to Israel following the death of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. The U.S. has increased…
IRGC Commander Says Revenge Against Israel Will Be 'Different'
The commander of the IRGC, Hossein Salami, has threatened that Iran's revenge against Israel for the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh will be 'different'…
Pentagon: The threat of an attack by the Islamic Republic on Israel remains; Mohammad Bagheri emphasizes the 'certain' nature of the 'revenge' for Haniyeh
The Pentagon warns that the threat of an Iranian attack on Israel persists as Iranian officials, including Mohammad Bagheri, assert a definitive response to the…
Pentagon: Over 40 Militants Killed or Wounded in Last Friday's Attacks on Groups Supported by the Islamic Republic
The U.S. military conducted airstrikes against Iranian-backed militants in Iraq and Syria, resulting in over 40 casualties among these groups. General Patrick Ryder emphasized the…
CENTCOM: Houthi Attacks in the Region are Fully Activated by the Iranian Government
On Sunday, Iranian-backed Houthi rebels attacked three commercial vessels in the Red Sea, prompting a response from the USS Carney. CENTCOM stated that these attacks…
Pentagon: An American Warship and Several Commercial Ships Attacked in the Red Sea
On December 3, an American warship and commercial vessels were attacked in the Red Sea, with Houthi rebels claiming responsibility. The Pentagon is investigating the…
Tehran-backed Groups Plan to Intensify Attacks Against American Forces in the Middle East
U.S. officials report that Tehran-backed militia groups are planning to intensify attacks against American forces in the Middle East, with concerns about escalating tensions. The…
John Kirby: Iran Continues to Support Hamas and Hezbollah
John Kirby stated that Iran continues to support Hamas and Hezbollah and actively facilitates attacks, while the U.S. is taking steps to protect its interests…