Unclear who ordered Ukraine weapons pause
President Trump has not said who in his administration ordered a pause on weapons shipments to Ukraine, which he's now reversing. CBS News' Weijia Jiang and Eleanor Watson join "The Takeout" with the latest.
Pentagon
The Americans spying for Cuba in the U.S.
Former U.S. Ambassador Victor Manuel Rocha spent decades spying for Cuba. Before Rocha there was Ana Montes, a Pentagon analyst who spent 17 years spying for Cuba.
Trump administration evasive on weapons pause
The Trump administration has announced it is halting some weapons shipments to Ukraine, even as Russia is intensifying its attacks. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more details.
Pentagon pauses some military aid to Ukraine
The U.S. is halting some military aid to Ukraine and it's unclear how long the pause will last. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
Latest details on Iran intel assessment
The Trump administration is defending its strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities as a complete success, even as some key questions remain. CBS News' Eleanor Watson, Nikole Killion and Willie James Inman have the latest reporting.
Hegseth lashes out at media over Iran reporting
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth lambasted journalists at a news conference Thursday, championing the U.S. airstrikes against Iran's nuclear sites and pushing back on a leaked intelligence report that raised questions about the attack's effectiveness. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
Analyzing Trump's rhetoric on Iran
President Trump said Iran's nuclear program has been obliterated, despite a preliminary intelligence assessment suggesting otherwise. Former chief Pentagon spokesperson Chris Meagher joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Details on Iran attack on U.S. base in Qatar
The Department of Defense is closely monitoring any threats to the U.S. base in Qatar targeted by Iran in its retaliatory strikes. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has the details.
Pentagon reveals new details on Iran strikes, named Operation Midnight Hammer
Operation Midnight Hammer included seven B-2 Spirit bombers, 125 total aircraft and more than 75 precision-guided weapons, the Joint Chiefs chairman said.
Inside the complex U.S. mission in Iran
The U.S. military operation in Iran over the weekend, dubbed "Operation Midnight Hammer," included seven B-2 Spirit bombers, 125 total aircraft and more than 75 precision-guided weapons, Pentagon officials said. Here's what we know about the "highly classified" mission.
What we know about "Operation Midnight Hammer"
Senior Pentagon officials said the U.S. mission in Iran, dubbed "Operation Midnight Hammer," included seven B-2 Spirit bombers that flew east from their base in Missouri to Iran. Watch CBS News' special report for the latest details.
Pentagon officials on U.S. strikes on Iran
Senior Pentagon officials on Sunday morning shared new details about the U.S. military operation to strike Iran's three key nuclear sites, calling it the "largest B-2 operational strike in U.S. history." Watch the full briefing.
Trump signals openness to more talks with Iran
President Trump said Thursday he will decide on striking Iran within the next two weeks. The president also said in a statement that he believes there is still a chance to negotiate with Iran in the "near future." CBS News' Debora Patta, Charlie D'Agata and Willie James Inman report.
Iran's leader reacts to Trump surrender post
In a televised address on Wednesday, Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, responded to President Trump's call for Iran's "unconditional surrender." CBS News' Holly Williams and Charlie D'Agata have the latest.
Pentagon sends more forces to Middle East
The Pentagon is sending additional forces towards the Middle East amid the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel. Approximately 40,000 U.S. troops are currently in the Middle East. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more details.
Hegseth limiting press access at Pentagon
Pete Hegseth's tenure as defense secretary has resulted in numerous changes at the Pentagon, particularly for journalists covering the Department of Defense. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin explains.
Congresswoman gets frustrated with Hegseth
Rep. Rosa DeLauro of Connecticut grew frustrated with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for the lack of details the Trump administration has provided in the Pentagon's budget request. "What is your plan for the future?" DeLauro pressed Hegseth, who was appearing before the House Appropriations Defense Subcommittee on Tuesday.
Report: Pentagon, NASA push SpaceX competitors
Even as Elon Musk's SpaceX launched a radio satellite into orbit on Saturday, the Pentagon and NASA are pushing his competitors to speed up the development of their own spacecraft, according to the Washington Post. CBS News New York journalist Ali Bauman has more.
How Trump-Musk feud could impact Pentagon
Elon Musk's deep ties to the U.S. intelligence community and the U.S. space program could be in jeopardy as his feud with President Trump continues. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata digs into the possible impact on the Pentagon.
David Martin gets an inside look at what makes the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter the most expensive weapons system in history
Seven years behind schedule and $163 billion over budget, David Martin gets an inside look at what makes the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter the most expensive weapons system in history.
Cost of Qatar's plane gifted to U.S.
The Pentagon announced it will accept the luxury jet that Qatar offered the Trump administration for the president to use. The cost to retrofit the plane could be astronomical. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata reports.
Trump White House formally accepts Qatari jet
The Trump administration has formally accepted the luxury 747 jet offered by the Qatari government as a gift. The Pentagon confirmed the news Wednesday and said it will now work to ensure it meets security requirements for the president's use. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has the latest.
Pentagon says it accepted Boeing jet from Qatar to be used for Trump
The Defense Department says it has accepted a Boeing jet from Qatar that will be retrofitted and used to transport President Trump.
Trump announces $25 billion for "Golden Dome" missile defense system
President Trump wants a "Golden Dome" missile defense system like Israel's Iron Dome.
Pentagon orders military to pull library materials linked to diversity
The order is the latest step in the Trump administration's broad effort to purge so-called diversity, equity and inclusion content from federal agencies.
Live
Iran touts closest ever ties with Russia, contradicting Trump
Christina Applegate reveals she was misdiagnosed with MS
Zelenskyy says if Trump can't stop Putin, help Ukraine do it
What to know about Jalen Hurts' blood clot diagnosis
Trump announces $8 billion in diesel relief for U.S. farmers
Hegseth meets Netanyahu ahead of elections, possible Iran war restart
First on CBS
Theranos whistleblower calls Holmes "almost unrecognizable" in film
Gun used in Bend school shooting was birthday gift from shooter's mom
First on CBS