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Military Purge
Hegseth fired Army Chief of Staff Gen Randy George in a rare wartime shakeup.
“US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth removed Gen Randy George in a rare wartime shake-up”
Two other senior generals, Hodne and Green, were also removed with no official reason given.
Gen Christopher LaNeve, Hegseth’s top military aide, will serve as acting chief.
The Atlantic reported Driscoll’s departure is also being discussed.
Criticism and Concerns
Legal experts warned infrastructure strikes risk war crimes under the Geneva Conventions.
The Atlantic Council described the campaign as pursuing regime change.
Media coverage revealed contrasting narratives across outlets.
Iran Retaliates
Iran retaliated by closing the Strait of Hormuz and striking Israel with missiles.
“Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed and its defense ministry threatened no mercy or forgiveness”
The economic shock sent oil prices higher.
The tit-for-tat escalation had consequences beyond the military objectives.