Who is Gen. Erik Kurilla, the US Central Command leader involved in the Iran-Israel conflicts?
The Chief of US Central Command (CENTCOM), General Eric Kurilla, is playing a significant role in the ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran. As the leader of US military operations in the Middle East, Kurilla finds himself at a crucial juncture, particularly as discussions unfold about the potential US involvement alongside Israel regarding Iran’s nuclear […]
Trump bolsters Arctic defense by shifting command in Greenland
Strategic Shift of Greenland’s Command In a notable change, President Trump has ordered Greenland to be transferred from the US European Command to the US Northern Command. This move aims to enhance the US’s Arctic defense amid increasing global tensions. The Pentagon confirmed this decision on Tuesday, emphasizing the importance of the Pituffik Space Base, […]
700 Marines sent to L.A. riots by U.S. Northern Command
Military Personnel Deployed to Los Angeles Amid Protests On May 29, 2025, the US Northern Command announced plans to deploy hundreds of Marines from the 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, alongside approximately 2,100 National Guard troops to Los Angeles. Their primary role will be to protect federal property and personnel amid ongoing protests. The statement from […]
500 Marines ready to be deployed to LA: Northern Command
500 Marines Ready for Deployment in Los Angeles Amid Protests Approximately 500 U.S. Marines are on standby in Los Angeles as tensions escalate between protesters and law enforcement over President Trump’s immigration policies, according to a statement from the U.S. Northern Command. The statement noted, “We’re ready to deploy our status. [Defense Department’s] ‘Protection of […]
Central Command reports hundreds of Houthi fighters killed by US airstrikes
U.S. military has been blocking more than 800 targets since mid-March, with a campaign aimed at eliminating Houthi terrorists and restoring freedom of voyage in the Red Sea, according to an update from Central Command. Since the launch of “Operation Roughrider” on March 15, the US military has been running a “fierce and sustained campaign” […]
Army Blackhawk pilot in DC crash failed to heed flight instructor’s command 15 seconds before deadly collision: report
According to a new report, the Army Black Hawk pilot involved in Washington, D.C., did not take note of the flight instructor’s warning just 15 seconds before the fatal crash that killed 67 people in the plane crash crash. At the moment of the fatal crash on January 29th near Reagan International Airport, Colonel Rebecca […]
Army suspends Col. Sheyla Baez Ramirez after Trump, Vance, Hegseth vanish from command board
Fort McCoy commander was released from mission after the US Army Base failed to post photos of President Donald Trump, Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegses on the wall. Colonel Sheila Baez Ramirez was stopped as arch-manager for the FT. McCoy from Wisconsin. “This suspension has nothing to do with fraud,” […]
Fight over Space Command HQ continues with new watchdog report
After a new report from the Pentagon Watchdog revealed uncertainty behind the scenes, the fight over the US Space Command headquarters revealed uncertainty when selecting a permanent spot, leaving some key questions unanswered. In a heavily compiled, 54-page report released Tuesday by the Department of Defense Inspector’s Office (IG), investigators found a break between then-Chief […]
McConnell warns US giving up military command of NATO would weaken alliance
Former Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) warned Thursday that if the US abandons its alliance's military leader for the first time in its 75-year history, the Trump administration would significantly weaken NATO. “Damping down American leadership will not strengthen NATO or the US interests. If you are serious about encouraging more capable European allies, […]
Lawmakers worry US will give up military command of NATO
Welcome to Hill's Defense & Natsec Newsletter {beacon} defense&National Security defense&National Security Big story Lawmakers are worried that we will abandon NATO's military command. Former Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) was on Thursday The latest GOP councillor to warn The United States is separated from NATO military leaders. ©Greg Nash He is the […]