David Petraeus
Coverage of David Petraeus in the Nexus archive.
- I visited West Point, the elite military academy dating back to the Revolutionary War. Take a look inside.
West Point, established by George Washington in 1778, is the longest continuously garrisoned military installation in the US and home to the highly selective United States Military Academy. Public tours highlight its Revolutionary War history and modern role in training military leaders, with notable graduates including Ulysses S. Grant and Dwight D. Eisenhower.
- 'Vulnerability exposed': War on Iran will change how the US bases troops in Gulf
The US may downsize its military bases in the Gulf due to vulnerabilities exposed by Iranian missile and drone attacks. Iran demands the closure of US bases as part of a potential ceasefire, while US officials acknowledge the risks of fixed bases in modern warfare.
- Former CIA chief Petraeus says drone swarms are the next danger — and growth opportunity
Former CIA director David Petraeus warns that drone swarms will pose a major security threat while also creating significant growth opportunities in the defense sector over the next decade.
- Iran is in the 'process of blinking' over the Strait of Hormuz, Petraeus says
Former CIA director David Petraeus stated that a successful peace deal with Iran could lead to the unconditioned opening of the Strait of Hormuz. The comment highlights potential progress in diplomatic relations between Iran and other nations.
- Petraeus: US in ‘difficult’ position, ‘strategic cul-de-sac’ with Iran
Retired Gen. David Petraeus stated the U.S. is in a 'difficult position' and 'strategic cul-de-sac' with Iran, noting Iran believes it can outlast Trump administration pressures as negotiations remain deadlocked.
- Trump attacks 'Fake News CNN,' accuses media of failing to credit US troops for Iran operation
President Donald Trump criticized CNN and other media outlets for not crediting U.S. troops involved in a military operation against Iran's nuclear sites. Experts, including former defense officials, highlighted the complexity and risks of retrieving highly enriched uranium from Iran, noting it would require significant U.S. military resources and face substantial challenges.
- Ex-CENTCOM commander warns against 'risky' US ground operation to seize Iran’s enriched uranium
Ret. U.S. Army Gen. David Petraeus warned against a U.S. ground operation to seize Iran’s enriched uranium, citing high risks and potential casualties. He emphasized that assassinating Iranian leaders won't resolve tensions, as a two-week ceasefire nears expiration and peace talks with Pakistan face uncertainty.
- Petraeus: Extended talks possible as Iranians ‘quite good at dragging out negotiations’
Retired Gen. David Petraeus suggested extended U.S.-Iran negotiations are possible, noting Iran's skill in prolonging talks. He discussed this on the 'Cats Roundtable' radio show, with focus on Pakistan's current role in the situation.
- Petraeus: Iran could emerge from war ‘militarily weakened’ but ‘strategically strengthened’
Retired Gen. David Petraeus suggests Iran might emerge from its conflict with the U.S. and Israel as militarily weakened but strategically strengthened. He highlights the paradoxical outcome of such a scenario, emphasizing the need for the conflict's resolution to determine Iran's future status.