Pentagon
The latest news coming out of the Pentagon. The official headquarters for the United States Department of Defense, the Pentagon was first constructed in 1941 and is based in Washington, D.C. The Pentagon is the largest office building in the United States, with over 26,000 people working in the building. On September 11, 2001, 184 people were killed (59 on the airplane and 125 in the Pentagon) when five al-Qaeda hijackers flew American Airlines Flight 77 into the western side of the building.
Hegseth as defense secretary doesn't bode well for Pentagon: Ex-RNC staffer
Justin Higgins, former senior opposition researcher for the RNC, wrote that Hegseth is unqualified to be Trump's defense secretary.
Pentagon UFO report shows hundreds of new incidents
Federal efforts to investigate UAPs have prioritized potential risks to national security and air safety.
Pete Hegseth would get "outmaneuvered" by Pentagon leaders: Ex-Trump aide
"This is not a qualified person for this role," Alyssa Farah Griffin said of Hegseth on CNN.
Trump creating "MAGA Military" with purge of generals, veterans group warns
Trump's transition team is considering a draft executive order that would establish a "warrior board" to review top generals.
What Donald Trump's defense secretary Pete Hegseth said about Russia, China
The appointment of Fox News host and Army National Guard officer Pete Hegseth as Trump's defense secretary has taken some by surprise.
China warned about US nuclear missile test: Pentagon
The Pentagon said the advanced notification of the ICBM test launch was provided through U.S. embassy channels in China.
Pentagon leaker Jack Teixeira sentenced to 15 years in prison
Teixeira previously pleaded guilty to leaking highly classified military documents related to the war in Ukraine.
Pentagon leaker Teixeira faces up to 17 years in prison
Prosecutors said that Teixeira's actions represent one of the most severe breaches of the Espionage Act in recent memory.
Ukraine eyes $6 billion parting gift from Joe Biden
The Biden administration will give $6 billion in military aid to Ukraine before Donald Trump's presidential inauguration in January.
North Korean troops sent to Russia are 'gorging on pornography'
The Pentagon has responded to report about North Krean soldiers' reported pornographic internet activities in Russia.
Judge reinstates plea deals for alleged 9/11 mastermind
The agreements would spare Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two others the risk of the death penalty in exchange for the guilty pleas.
North Korean troops sent to war equal Russia's weekly casualty rate: ISW
Western leaders view the deployment of North Korean troops into the battlefield as a significant escalation.
US announces $425 million in new Ukraine military aid
The announcement of new military assistance for Ukraine comes amid reports of North Korean troops joining to fight with Russia.
Boeing gouged Air Force with 8,000% markup on soap dispensers: Pentagon
A Pentagon audit says Boeing overcharged the Air Force by nearly $1 million for spare parts for cargo planes.
Prosecutors want Pentagon leaker Jack Teixeira to serve 17 years in prison
Prosecutors asked for Teixeira to serve nearly 17 years in prison after he leaked highly classified military documents.
What is Department of Defense Directive 5240.01? Pentagon's military update
The directive "does not reflect any change to DOD's policy regarding the use of lethal force," a Department of Defense spokesperson told Newsweek.
Chinese drone firm suing Pentagon is represented by former Obama AG
DJI claims it operates solely in the commercial sector with no military ties, disputing the Pentagon's designation.
US faces Israel-Ukraine dilemma
The U.S. will deploy a THAAD missile battery to Israel, but not to Ukraine, the Pentagon has said.
US deploying troops to Israel with THAAD
The Pentagon told Newsweek on Sunday that "the THAAD Battery will augment Israel's integrated air defense system."
Pentagon warns Iran in October 7 anniversary update
A warning has been issued by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III marking one year since Hamas' Oct. 7 terrorist assault on Israel.
U.S. to send thousands of extra troops to Middle East
The Pentagon has announced several thousand troops will be deployed to the Middle East
China lost nuclear attack submarine in sinking: report
It was not clear whether the Chinese submarine was loaded with nuclear fuel at the time of the incident.
Obama Defense Secretary Issues 'Urgent' Nuclear Warning to Trump And Harris
The U.S. military is wholly unprepared to deal with the growing threats posed by China, Russia, Iran and North Korea, a former top defense official has warned.
Russian state TV discusses options for seizing Alaska
Talking heads discussed Russia's claim to the state, and how the U.S. allegedly fears Russian threats.
US scrambles fighter jets to intercept Russian aircraft near Alaska
NORAD said two Russian aircraft were "detected and tracked" near Alaska, but did not enter the airspace of the U.S. or Canada.
Tommy Tuberville blocks another military promotion
The Alabama senator triggered controversy by holding up hundreds of military promotions over an abortion access rule in 2023.
US will help Ukraine replace Soviet-era S-300 air defense systems: Pentagon
"We need to make Russian cities and even Russian soldiers think about what they need: peace or Putin," Zelensky said.
US maintains stance on strikes inside Russia despite Ukrainian pleas
"We're not at war with Russia," a Pentagon spokesperson replied to questions about Ukraine's need for American long-range weapons.
Russia pushes US bio weapons claims
At the start of its invasion, Russia made widely debunked claims at the start of the war about bioweapons labs in Ukraine under Pentagon control.
Ukraine to receive $125 million in US military aid: report
Earlier this month, Ukraine launched an offensive operation in the Russian region of Kursk.
