Pentagon Leadership in Turmoil Amidst Strategic Shifts

Navy Secretary John Phelan was fired, marking another leadership shakeup at the Pentagon. The move follows the earlier removal of the Army's top general by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

The Pentagon announced Phelan's immediate departure while expressing gratitude for his service, with Undersecretary Hung Cao stepping in as acting secretary.

This change occurs amid heightened tensions with Iran, as President Trump leverages naval assets for strategic advantage in the Middle East.

(With inputs from agencies.)