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fromenglish.elpais.com
5 days ago

United States rescues pilot of first plane shot down by Iran in war

US troops are searching for a missing F-15 crew member after Iran shot down the jet, marking a significant escalation in the conflict.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 days ago

United States rescues pilot of first plane shot down by Iran in war

US troops are searching for a missing F-15 crew member after Iran shot down the jet, marking a significant escalation in the conflict.
#cybersecurity
fromSilicon Canals
20 hours ago
Information security

Iranian hackers used Stryker's own security tools against it - and U.S. agencies say it's just the beginning - Silicon Canals

Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 hour ago

Shaky Ceasefire Unlikely to Stop Cyberattacks From Iran-Linked Hackers for Long

Cyberattacks by Iranian-backed hackers will continue despite a ceasefire, targeting Israel and potentially the U.S. when deemed appropriate.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

Iranian-Linked Cyber Actors Target US Critical Infrastructure, Security Leaders Respond

Iranian cyber actors are actively targeting U.S. critical infrastructure, including water, energy, and government sectors, using advanced tactics and AI-enhanced methods.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
23 hours ago

Iran-Linked Hackers Disrupt US Critical Infrastructure via PLC Attacks

Iran-linked cyberattacks have disrupted U.S. critical infrastructure, targeting operational technology devices across multiple sectors.
Information security
fromArs Technica
5 hours ago

Iran-linked hackers disrupt operations at US critical infrastructure sites

Iranian government-affiliated hackers are disrupting US critical infrastructure operations, targeting programmable logic controllers across various sectors.
Information security
fromSilicon Canals
20 hours ago

Iranian hackers used Stryker's own security tools against it - and U.S. agencies say it's just the beginning - Silicon Canals

Iran-backed hackers are escalating cyberattacks against U.S. critical infrastructure, targeting water utilities and energy systems to cause operational disruption.
Information security
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Iran attempting cyber attacks against U.S. critical infrastructure, officials say

U.S. intelligence warns of Iranian cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure, particularly through exploitation of Rockwell Automation's products.
#us-military
US news
fromNextgov.com
10 hours ago

As aircraft losses mount, Pentagon wants a software fix to see through the fog of war

U.S. planes in the Middle East lack a common operating picture, leading to communication errors and aircraft losses.
World news
fromThe Walrus
2 days ago

A Daring US Rescue in Iran Highlights a War Going Sideways | The Walrus

The successful rescue of a downed US airman from Iran was crucial for military reputation and political standing amid an ongoing war.
World news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Why the US military risks so much to save downed airmen stuck behind enemy lines

US forces conducted high-risk missions in Iran to rescue a downed pilot, reaffirming the commitment to never leave an American behind.
World news
fromFortune
4 days ago

U.S. deploys bulk of stealthy long-range missile for Iran war | Fortune

The US military is reallocating JASSM-ER cruise missiles from other regions for its campaign against Iran, significantly reducing global stockpiles.
US news
fromNextgov.com
10 hours ago

As aircraft losses mount, Pentagon wants a software fix to see through the fog of war

U.S. planes in the Middle East lack a common operating picture, leading to communication errors and aircraft losses.
World news
fromThe Walrus
2 days ago

A Daring US Rescue in Iran Highlights a War Going Sideways | The Walrus

The successful rescue of a downed US airman from Iran was crucial for military reputation and political standing amid an ongoing war.
World news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Why the US military risks so much to save downed airmen stuck behind enemy lines

US forces conducted high-risk missions in Iran to rescue a downed pilot, reaffirming the commitment to never leave an American behind.
World news
fromFortune
4 days ago

U.S. deploys bulk of stealthy long-range missile for Iran war | Fortune

The US military is reallocating JASSM-ER cruise missiles from other regions for its campaign against Iran, significantly reducing global stockpiles.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
8 hours ago

Buy This ETF Before the Military Budget Balloons More

The White House proposed a $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027, significantly increasing Pentagon spending.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
11 hours ago

War Ethics and Why We Shouldn't Hope for the Best in Iran

Supporting a just war can be morally wrong if it leads to greater future injustices.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago

What has conflict in Iran revealed about the UK's geopolitical standing and military readiness?

Keir Starmer's relationship with Trump has deteriorated amid the conflict in Iran, revealing the UK's military weaknesses.
#donald-trump
US Elections
fromPoynter
14 hours ago

Leaks reveal the inside story of Trump's decision to attack Iran - Poynter

Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan's upcoming book reveals detailed insights into Donald Trump's presidency, including significant events like the U.S. approach to Iran.
US Elections
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Hiding in the mountains with Iranians closing in, injured US airman had only a pistol for protection

Donald Trump praised the US military for a successful search and rescue operation that saved a missing airman.
US Elections
fromPoynter
14 hours ago

Leaks reveal the inside story of Trump's decision to attack Iran - Poynter

Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan's upcoming book reveals detailed insights into Donald Trump's presidency, including significant events like the U.S. approach to Iran.
US Elections
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Hiding in the mountains with Iranians closing in, injured US airman had only a pistol for protection

Donald Trump praised the US military for a successful search and rescue operation that saved a missing airman.
Science
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 day ago

A Wartime Budget Without an Innovation Strategy

Collaboration between the NSF and defense sectors is essential for national security and innovation, despite proposed budget cuts to NSF funding.
#iran
World news
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 day ago

U.S. Intel's Sobering Assessment of Iran's War Resilience

The Iranian regime remains stable despite war costs and has appointed a new, more hardline supreme leader.
Europe news
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Trump delivers an update on the U.S. offensive, saying Iran will go 'back to the Stone Ages'

U.S. forces will intensify attacks on Iran, aiming to severely impact the country in the coming weeks.
World news
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

What Would a Ground Invasion of Iran Look Like?

Iran is leveraging historical lessons and propaganda to prepare for potential U.S. military actions in the Strait of Hormuz.
World politics
fromAxios
1 day ago

Trump's Iran threats raise moral stakes for military members

Threats against Iran's infrastructure raise concerns about potential war crimes and civilian casualties amid escalating tensions.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

What the Iran-Iraq war can tell us about the US-Israeli war on Iran

Trump and Netanyahu share illusions similar to Saddam Hussein's during the Iran-Iraq war, leading to devastating consequences for Iran.
World news
fromFortune
2 days ago

Trump threatens to 'take out' all of Iran in one night. From blackout bombs to 'discombobulators,' here's what that could actually mean | Fortune

Trump stated Iran could be taken out in one night if they do not reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
World news
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 day ago

U.S. Intel's Sobering Assessment of Iran's War Resilience

The Iranian regime remains stable despite war costs and has appointed a new, more hardline supreme leader.
Europe news
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Trump delivers an update on the U.S. offensive, saying Iran will go 'back to the Stone Ages'

U.S. forces will intensify attacks on Iran, aiming to severely impact the country in the coming weeks.
World news
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

What Would a Ground Invasion of Iran Look Like?

Iran is leveraging historical lessons and propaganda to prepare for potential U.S. military actions in the Strait of Hormuz.
World politics
fromAxios
1 day ago

Trump's Iran threats raise moral stakes for military members

Threats against Iran's infrastructure raise concerns about potential war crimes and civilian casualties amid escalating tensions.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

What the Iran-Iraq war can tell us about the US-Israeli war on Iran

Trump and Netanyahu share illusions similar to Saddam Hussein's during the Iran-Iraq war, leading to devastating consequences for Iran.
World news
fromFortune
2 days ago

Trump threatens to 'take out' all of Iran in one night. From blackout bombs to 'discombobulators,' here's what that could actually mean | Fortune

Trump stated Iran could be taken out in one night if they do not reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Media industry
fromAxios
5 days ago

Hegseth's wartime firing of top generals stuns officials: "It's insane"

George's dismissal was due to personality clashes, not strategic disagreements, during a critical time for the Army.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago

Trump's Priority Is Now Militarism, at Home and Abroad

Trump and Republicans are pre-funding ICE and Border Patrol without new regulations, limiting Democratic influence on immigration enforcement.
#iran-war
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

May Be What Gets These Pilots Tortured or Killed': Retired Gen. Rips Hegseth's War Rhetoric as Reckless and Outrageous'

Reckless rhetoric regarding U.S. pilots in Iran may lead to their torture or death, as per international law.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
5 days ago

No Kings Must Mean No War: Foreign Policy Is Least Democratic Space in Politics

The majority of Iranian Americans oppose the war on Iran, despite media portrayal of pro-monarchy sentiments.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

May Be What Gets These Pilots Tortured or Killed': Retired Gen. Rips Hegseth's War Rhetoric as Reckless and Outrageous'

Reckless rhetoric regarding U.S. pilots in Iran may lead to their torture or death, as per international law.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
5 days ago

No Kings Must Mean No War: Foreign Policy Is Least Democratic Space in Politics

The majority of Iranian Americans oppose the war on Iran, despite media portrayal of pro-monarchy sentiments.
Retirement
fromAxios
6 days ago

Hegseth removes Army's top general during Iran war

George was nominated by President Biden in 2023 but was asked to retire immediately by Hegseth.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
16 hours ago

How the Iran War Is Reordering the World, Second and Third-Order Effects

The US-Israeli war against Iran has significant cascading effects on global energy, alliances, and humanitarian crises beyond immediate military actions.
Philosophy
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Twenty seconds to approve a military strike; 1.2 seconds to deny a health insurance claim. The human is in the AI loop. Humanity is not

Artificial intelligence significantly accelerates decision-making in military and business contexts, but human oversight may be minimal and ineffective.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Iran Wars Fuels RTX Growth Story as Defense Demand Rockets Higher

CEO Chris Calio emphasized the urgency of delivering critical products for national security, stating, 'We understand that our products are critical to national security. And I can tell you across the organization, we absolutely feel the responsibility and urgency to deliver more and to deliver it faster.'
Business
Washington DC
fromemptywheel
3 days ago

The Other Hostage Crisis - emptywheel

The DOD successfully rescued a downed Weapons Systems Officer using extensive military resources and strategies, despite challenges from Iranian forces.
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Trump says U.S. military has rescued airman shot down over Iran

The U.S. Military sent dozens of aircraft, armed with the most lethal weapons in the World, to retrieve him. He sustained injuries, but he will be just fine.
US news
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Who Needs Tanks In the Age of Drones?

When I brought up the drones that Ukraine has used so effectively against Russian tanks, the company's chairman and CEO, Armin Papperger, was withering in his dismissal. 'This is how to play with Legos,' he told me.
Germany news
#trump
US Elections
fromAxios
4 days ago

"We're fighting wars": Trump bets his presidency on the Pentagon

Trump's budget prioritizes military spending, significantly cutting non-defense programs amid declining approval ratings and rising gas prices.
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

Did Trump Just Threaten to Use Nuclear Weapons in Iran?

Trump's rhetoric threatens the destruction of Iran and its civilization, marking a significant and alarming shift in U.S. foreign policy.
US Elections
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago

Trump's Case for War Fails to Mention How to Win It

Trump's inconsistent claims about the war raise questions about strategy and effectiveness, despite asserting America is 'winning bigger than ever before.'
World politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Trump's Threat to Destroy Iran Shows a President Reduced to ZERO Options

Trump's threat of annihilation reflects a position of weakness rather than strength in negotiations with Iran.
World news
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Trump halts Iran strikes at last minute, claims ceasefire

Trump announced a two-week suspension of U.S. military strikes on Iran, contingent on Iran's agreement to open the Strait of Hormuz.
US Elections
fromAxios
4 days ago

"We're fighting wars": Trump bets his presidency on the Pentagon

Trump's budget prioritizes military spending, significantly cutting non-defense programs amid declining approval ratings and rising gas prices.
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

Did Trump Just Threaten to Use Nuclear Weapons in Iran?

Trump's rhetoric threatens the destruction of Iran and its civilization, marking a significant and alarming shift in U.S. foreign policy.
US Elections
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago

Trump's Case for War Fails to Mention How to Win It

Trump's inconsistent claims about the war raise questions about strategy and effectiveness, despite asserting America is 'winning bigger than ever before.'
#military-leadership
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

An Army Shake-Up in the Middle of a War

Major military leadership changes are occurring amid ongoing hostilities against Iran, with significant implications for Army operations and stability.
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

Hegseth's War on America's Military

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth fired General Randy George and other senior officers amid ongoing military conflict, reflecting a purge influenced by personal grievances.
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

An Army Shake-Up in the Middle of a War

Major military leadership changes are occurring amid ongoing hostilities against Iran, with significant implications for Army operations and stability.
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

Hegseth's War on America's Military

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth fired General Randy George and other senior officers amid ongoing military conflict, reflecting a purge influenced by personal grievances.
Information security
fromTechRepublic
8 hours ago

Why Operationalizing AI Security Is the Next Great Enterprise Hurdle

Security operations lag behind rapid tech advancements, leading to inefficiencies and risks in managing numerous security tools.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

US-Israel playing Russian roulette with security of the region'

US and Israel jeopardize Gulf environmental security with military actions near Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The delusion of easy victory from the air may have seduced the US into another war

Giulio Douhet proposed a revolution in warfare, stating that victory would come from large-scale aerial bombardments targeting civilians and infrastructure rather than just combatants.
Right-wing politics
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

The New Rules of Engagement: Matching Agentic Attack Speed

AI-enabled cyberattacks are currently occurring, with significant impacts on organizations and a widening gap between attackers and defenders.
World news
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

Trump Is Putting America's Weaknesses on Display

Trump's administration failed to plan for potential Iranian responses, leaving him with limited options in the conflict over the Strait of Hormuz.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Is war more profitable than peace? David Keen explains

David Keen emphasizes that wars can serve as tools for political control and economic gain, often benefiting those in power while complicating the path to peace.
World politics
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Is the US committing war crimes by targeting Iran's civilian infrastructure?

Attacks on Iranian civilian infrastructure by US officials may constitute serious war crimes under international law.
World news
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

CIA deception campaign helped US rescue downed airman in Iran, director says

A CIA deception campaign successfully facilitated the rescue of an airman downed in Iran, utilizing advanced technology and human assets.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago

Iran Exposed a New Reality for U.S. Air Power

Operation Epic Fury challenged the assumption of uncontested skies, requiring a significant effort to achieve air superiority over Iran.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago

Multi-OS Cyberattacks: How SOCs Close a Critical Risk in 3 Steps

Multi-OS attacks complicate SOC operations, leading to delays, fragmented evidence, and increased escalation volume, ultimately allowing attackers more time to operate.
World news
fromThe Washington Post
4 days ago

Chinese firms market Iran war intelligence 'exposing' U.S. forces

Chinese firms are leveraging AI and open-source data to track U.S. military movements, posing potential security risks amid the Iran conflict.
#f-15e
#cyber-warfare
World politics
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

Only Trump decides when cyberwar turns into real war

The US may respond to cyber warfare with physical attacks, determined by the President's discretion, according to former NSA leaders.
World politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

What role has cyber warfare played in Iran?

Cyber operations play a significant but largely undisclosed role in US and Israeli military actions against Iran, complementing conventional strikes across multiple domains.
World politics
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

Only Trump decides when cyberwar turns into real war

The US may respond to cyber warfare with physical attacks, determined by the President's discretion, according to former NSA leaders.
World politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

What role has cyber warfare played in Iran?

Cyber operations play a significant but largely undisclosed role in US and Israeli military actions against Iran, complementing conventional strikes across multiple domains.
World news
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Trump vows to strike civilian infrastructure as Iran strikes at Gulf tech sites

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
Canada news
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Canadian Military Exploring Taliban-Like Insurgent Tactics to Repel American Invasion

Canada is pivoting away from the United States by forming a strategic partnership with China and drafting military plans to repel a potential US invasion.
World news
fromemptywheel
5 days ago

Blind Spots in the Iran War - emptywheel

Delays in satellite imagery release hinder understanding of the Iran war and its implications for U.S. and allies.
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 months ago

Loosening the Gordian Knot of Global Terrorism: Why Legitimacy Must Anchor a Counterterrorism Strategy

OPINION - The global terrorism landscape in 2026 - the 25 th anniversary year of the 9/11 terrorism attacks - is more uncertain, hybridized, and combustible than at any point since 9/11. Framing a sound U.S. counterterrorism strategy - especially in the second year of a Trump administration - will require more than isolated strikes against ISIS in Nigeria, punitive counterterrorism operations in Syria, or a tougher rhetorical posture.
US politics
Science
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Precision Weapons That Shifted Combat From Firepower to Patience

Precision weapons shifted military emphasis from massed firepower to patience, timing, and disciplined decision-making, making individual strikes decisive.
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago

U.S. uses hundreds of Tomahawk missiles on Iran, alarming some at Pentagon

The U.S. military has fired more than 850 Tomahawk cruise missiles in four weeks of war with Iran, burning through the precision weapons at a rate that has alarmed some Pentagon officials.
World news
US politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 month ago

Defending the Homeland: Pentagon Shifts Strategy on Drone Threats

DoD policy empowers commanders to use defensive measures, extend perimeters beyond installation fences, and counter UAS threats after an uncoordinated CBP laser incident.
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

An Air-Campaign Primer

Air campaigns offer unique advantages in concentration, speed, and flexibility, but differ fundamentally from ground operations in their goals, strengths, and inherent limitations.
World politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

The war with Iran is more evidence that winning the fights you can't see is critical in modern combat

US military operations increasingly rely on space and cyber forces to disrupt enemy capabilities before kinetic strikes, making non-kinetic warfare critical to modern combat effectiveness.
World news
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

Hybrid or Ambiguous, Asymmetric Warfare is Here to Stay

Asymmetric and ambiguous warfare doctrines from China and Russia anticipated cyber and hybrid attacks that the U.S. failed to adequately prepare for.
World news
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The U.S. Military Can't Do Everything at Once

U.S. military resources are stretched thin, limiting simultaneous operations in the Western Hemisphere, Middle East and Asia-Pacific, increasing risks to forces.
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