Brad Cooper
Coverage of Brad Cooper in the Nexus archive.
- As Trump again says Iran war could soon end, some Trump objectives are unfulfilled
President Trump claims the U.S. is close to ending the war with Iran, but key objectives like destroying Iran's missile capabilities and defense industrial base remain unfulfilled. The conflict has caused economic strain and raised questions about planning and justification, despite U.S. and Israeli strikes degrading Iran's military.
- In memo to CENTCOM commanders, Cooper warns of duty to protect civilians
Adm. Brad Cooper, the CENTCOM head, emphasized in a memo to commanders that the commitment to the law of armed conflict is not a constraint on military lethality. The memo underscores a duty to protect civilians during operations.
- Tense exchange between Rep. Crow and CENTCOM commander over Iran, rules on quarter for enemies
Rep. Jason Crow questioned CENTCOM commander Adm. Brad Cooper about rules on quarter for enemies during a House Armed Services Committee hearing, following comments by Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth on showing no mercy to enemies in the war with Iran. The exchange was tense and focused on the treatment of enemies. The hearing highlighted the complexities of warfare rules.
- Trump says new strikes possible if Iran "misbehaves"
President Trump stated he could order renewed military action against Iran if it 'misbehaves,' despite ongoing negotiations for a framework agreement. Iran submitted a 14-point proposal with deadlines for resolving the war and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, but Trump expressed dissatisfaction. CENTCOM commander Brad Cooper briefed Trump on new military strike plans.
- US Navy releases photos of 'fresh meals,' pushes back on reports of food shortages on Middle East warships
The U.S. Navy released photos of 'fresh meals' on the USS Abraham Lincoln and USS Tripoli to counter claims of food shortages, with high-ranking officials like Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Admiral Daryl Caudle dismissing the reports as 'fake news.' The Navy emphasized that sailors receive fully portioned, nutritionally balanced meals with no shortages.
- Pentagon gives update on Iran war, says 13 ships were turned around by U.S. blockade
The Pentagon reported that 13 Iranian ships were redirected by a U.S. blockade near the Strait of Hormuz, as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine addressed reporters. China is urging Iran to reopen the critical waterway, while U.S. Navy Admiral Brad Cooper outlined regional operations.
- Hegseth warns Iranian leaders to 'choose wisely' on deal with US: 'We are locked and loaded'
U.S. War Secretary Pete Hegseth warned Iranian leaders to avoid poor decisions regarding a potential peace deal, stating the U.S. military is 'locked and loaded' to target Iran's energy infrastructure. He emphasized U.S. military superiority and Iran's inability to replenish its capabilities, while referencing a proposed blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following failed negotiations.