https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-s-pentagon-threatens-attacks-in-new-countriesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-s-pentagon-threatens-attacks-in-new-countrieshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-s-pentagon-threatens-attacks-in-new-countries#u99922Sun, 04 Oct 2026 19:56:54 +0000The Department of Defense is preparing for expanded military attacks in Latin America to escalate President Donald Trump's campaign against drug cartels. This effort includes the potential redeployment of MQ-9 Reaper drones to the region. Simultaneously, the U.S. is maintaining pressure on Iran, with a third carrier group heading to the Gulf and senior officials meeting at Camp David. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced a new drone command and a reduction of 20% of generals as part of a broader military restructuring.Why it mattersThese military escalations occur as Trump seeks a