U.S. airstrikes on Iranian military assets increase amid escalating Middle East conflict
In a fresh escalation of military conflict in the Middle East, U.S. airstrikes targeting Iranian military assets have intensified over the past week, following the commencement of hostilities reportedly initiated by the U.S. and Israel. This military operation comes amid alarming reports of Russian intelligence support to Iran, with some analysts speculating on the implications for U.S. forces operating in the Gulf region. According to recent statements from U.S. officials, Russia has begun sharing intelligence with Iran that may help Tehran target American military assets, including warships and aircraft in the Persian Gulf. However, the White House has asserted that... [Continue Reading]
US investigators believe strike on Iranian girls’ school likely carried out by US forces
US military officials briefed on investigation make disclosure, while Pentagon has confirmed only that inquiry is under wayMinab school bombing: how the worst mass casualty event of the Iran war unfolded – a visual guideMilitary investigators believe it is likely that US forces were responsible for an apparent strike on an Iranian girls’ school that killed scores of children on Saturday but have not yet reached a final conclusion, according to two US officials.Reuters was unable to determine further details about the investigation, including what evidence contributed to the tentative assessment, what type of munition was used, who was responsible... [Continue Reading]
Cost to US for war on Iran is $3.7bn in first 100 hours, says think tank
Most of the costs are not budgeted for, meaning the Pentagon will need to request more funding soon, researchers say. [Continue Reading]
U.S. military faces scrutiny over use of Anthropic's AI tool Claude amid rising tensions with the company
The U.S. military's use of Anthropic's AI tool, Claude, has come under intense scrutiny as tensions rise between the U.S. government and the company. Recent developments have seen Claude being positioned as essential for operations in Iran, even as the Pentagon has classified Anthropic itself as a supply-chain risk. This designation marks a significant escalation in the U.S. government's concerns regarding the integration of artificial intelligence in military operations. Claude, developed by Anthropic, is reportedly integral to informing operational strategies in Iran. However, the Pentagon's actions have sparked a fierce dispute over how AI tools are governed and utilized within... [Continue Reading]
AI firm Anthropic vows to sue Pentagon after being labelled supply-chain risk
The supply chain risk designation of the artificial intelligence firm is a first for a US company. [Continue Reading]
Pentagon formally labels Anthropic as supply-chain risk
The Pentagon has formally notified Anthropic that the company and its state-of-the-art AI products have been designated a supply-chain risk, US media reported, escalating a bitter dispute over AI safeguards. [Continue Reading]
The Pentagon Officially Notifies Anthropic That It Is a ‘Supply Chain Risk’
Anthropic has said it will sue the Defense Department over the designation, which could prevent the start-up from doing business with the U.S. government. [Continue Reading]
Trump says he fired Anthropic ‘like dogs’ as negotiations with Pentagon reportedly restart
Reports say talks have resumed between defense department and startup over military’s use of company’s AI, but US politics live – latest updatesTrump ousts DHS secretary Kristi NoemDonald Trump boasted about severing ties between the US military and Anthropic on Thursday, the same day multiple reports said that negotiations between the Department of Defense and the AI startup had resumed.They’re among the latest developments in the twisting rift between the US government and the AI company. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Dismay as Hegseth urges Latin American allies to join ‘offense’ against cartels
Critics sceptical Pentagon chief’s plan for increased military force – amid rising US intervention – will stop drug gangsPete Hegseth, the US defence secretary, has urged Latin American countries to adopt a more aggressive approach against drug cartels, warning that the Trump administration may otherwise act unilaterally in the region.Hegseth’s remarks come in a context of escalating US intervention in the region, both militarily and in elections, which culminated in the capture of Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro – the first US ground military attack on a South American country. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Pentagon identifies 5th U.S. soldier killed in drone attack
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said U.S. and Israeli forces will obtain “complete control of Iranian skies” within days, and will soon begin a second massive air assault. [Continue Reading]
Can Anthropic Make Peace With the Pentagon?
The artificial intelligence start-up has reportedly resumed talks with the Defense Department over use of its tools, with high stakes for both. [Continue Reading]
Pentagon releases footage of US strikes against Iran
Images from the US Department of Defense show the destroyer USS Bainbridge launching Tomahawk cruise missiles, while the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford conducts military aircraft take-offs as part of “Epic Fury” operation against Iran. [Continue Reading]
US and Israel Intensify Bombardment of Iran Amid Rising Military Tensions in the Middle East
A significant escalation in military tensions has unfolded in the Middle East as the United States and Israel intensified their bombardment of Iran, targeting key areas including Sanandaj and Tehran. This aerial offensive has generated plumes of smoke visible across the night sky and raises pressing questions about the legality and future of military operations in the region. The current military actions coincide with a recent vote in the United States Senate. In a landmark decision, Senate Republicans blocked a war powers resolution that sought to limit President Donald Trump's authority to engage further in military actions against Iran without... [Continue Reading]
Pentagon releases names of final two soldiers of six killed in Kuwait
Chief Warrant Officer Robert Marzan, 54, and Maj Jeffrey O’Brien, 45, were from California and Iowa, respectivelyThe Pentagon has released the names of the final two of the six soldiers who were killed during a recent drone strike in Kuwait. They were killed on Sunday, the day after the US and Israel launched strikes against Iran. Their names were released by the US Department of Defense on Wednesday.The two soldiers were identified as Chief Warrant Officer Robert Marzan, 54, and Maj Jeffrey O’Brien, 45. They were from Sacramento, California, and Indianola, Iowa, respectively. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
US Submarine Sinks Iranian Warship in Indian Ocean Amid Rising Tensions
A US submarine sank an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean on Wednesday, a significant escalation in already heightened tensions between Iran and the United States. This incident, confirmed by Pentagon officials, marks a crucial moment in the ongoing conflict, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth highlighting the operation as proof of America's military reach. Hegseth stated, "An American submarine sunk an Iranian warship that thought it was safe in international waters. Instead, it was sunk by a torpedo." The attack comes amidst a broader military engagement initiated by the US and Israel targeting Iranian forces. This latest escalation follows days... [Continue Reading]
Anthropic’s AI tool Claude central to U.S. campaign in Iran, amid a bitter feud
Anthropic’s AI tool Claude is playing a key role in the U.S. military’s campaign in Iran, amid a bitter fight with the Pentagon over the terms of its use in war. [Continue Reading]
Iran Launches Retaliatory Strikes Following US-Israel Airstrikes That Killed Supreme Leader Khamenei
In a dramatic escalation of tensions in the Middle East, Iran has launched a series of retaliatory strikes following the joint US-Israel airstrikes that resulted in the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The conflict marks a significant turning point in US-Iran relations and has prompted immediate concerns regarding regional stability and security. As part of the retaliation, Iranian drones targeted the US embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, underscoring the broad scope of Iran's military responses across diplomatic and industrial sites in the region. On the day of these strikes, Washington also issued warnings to its citizens to... [Continue Reading]
US Embassy in Riyadh hit by suspected Iranian drones, causing minor fire but no injuries reported
The US Embassy in Riyadh was struck by two suspected Iranian drones, causing a minor fire on the premises. The attack occurred in the early morning hours, during which the building was unoccupied, and resulted in no injuries. Eyewitness accounts indicated that a blast was heard from the embassy and black smoke was observed rising from the site on the morning following the incident. This development marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran, as tensions have dramatically increased in recent days. Reports from multiple sources indicate that the drone strike on the embassy... [Continue Reading]
US and Israel's military actions against Iran lead to shipping disruptions and cancellation of war risk coverage in the Gulf
The geopolitical landscape in the Gulf has drastically shifted following intensified military actions carried out by the United States and Israel against Iran. As a result, maritime insurers have reacted by canceling war risk coverage for vessels operating in the region, leading to significant shipping disruptions. The ongoing hostilities have caused at least 500 casualties, according to reports from the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS). The Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil supplies, is now effectively closed, with shipping routes fundamentally altered amid the escalating conflict. Over the weekend, reports noted that at least 150 vessels,including oil... [Continue Reading]
