Pentagon Secretary Pete Hegseth Testifies on Iran War Costs and Strategy
The United States Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, testified publicly before Congress on April 29 regarding the ongoing US-Israel war with Iran, which began on February 28, 2026.This marked Hegseth's first public appearance since the conflict started.During the hearing, the Pentagon officially disclosed that the war has cost approximately $25 billion so far.This figure was detailed by Jules Hurst III, the Pentagon's acting comptroller, who noted that most of the expenditure was on munitions, deployment of assets to the Middle East, and equipment lost in the fighting.Hegseth faced intense questioning from lawmakers about the war's long-term goals and timeline.He defended... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Apr 2026 18:01 LONDON
US Navy Secretary John Phelan fired amid Iran war and Pentagon shake-up
John Phelan, the US Navy Secretary, was dismissed from his position on April 23, 2026, amid ongoing military tensions related to the US-Israel conflict with Iran.The Pentagon announced his immediate departure without providing an official reason.Phelan's firing was confirmed by Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell, who expressed gratitude for Phelan's service and wished him well in future endeavors.The dismissal is linked to internal disputes within the Pentagon, including reported tensions with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.No casualties or direct disruptions were reported as a result of the leadership change.The Navy continues to enforce a blockade on Iranian ports and maintain a significant... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Apr 2026 11:32 LONDON
