The move comes as the US and Israel continue a war against Iran. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

The move comes as the US and Israel continue a war against Iran. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Gen. Randy George asked to retire immediately as Army chief of staff after War Secretary Pete Hegseth asked him to step down in a leadership shakeup, officials say.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has asked Army Chief of Staff Randy George to step down and retire immediately. The reason for the move remains unclear, but it comes amid a broader reshuffle of top military leadership.

While the Pentagon has not given a reason for the firing, sources told CBS News that the move was driven by the Defence Secretary’s desire for “someone who will implement President Donald Trump’s vision for the Army.”