Brad Cooper.
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- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Military officials direct an aggressive air campaign against Iran to damage its missile capabilities.Well supported15 reports
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JD Vance blames the war for GOP defeat, while Brad Cooper, Kelly, and Dan Caine comment on Iran military operations.Some support6 reports
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Donald Trump held a party in Palm Beach, met with Brad Cooper, and speculated on launching an offensive against Iran.Some support1 report
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Brad Cooper presented strike options to Donald Trump regarding military actions.Some support2 reports
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CNN reported suicide attempts on the USS Abraham Lincoln, while Pete Hegseth and Brad Cooper commented on the carrier's mental health situation.Some support1 report
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Iran maintains control of the Strait of Hormuz while the US imposes a naval blockade targeting Iranian ports.Some support3 reports
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A strike group is conducting a naval blockade against Iran, and Brad Cooper visited the carrier during its deployment.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Brad Cooper reported on the current state of maritime traffic near Iran.Some support1 report
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Jordanian Armed Forces are participating in a US-hosted exercise in Colorado, with Brad Cooper commenting on the ties between the two forces.Well supported4 reports
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Brad Cooper addressed IDF commanders led by Eyal Zamir, reviewing Israel's achievements against Iran and stressing US commitment.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Prompted by Iran attacks, security cooperation is needed, with Brad Cooper organizing military discussions in Germany and Eyal Zamir briefing Arab nations on Israeli operations.Some support5 reports
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CIA ran a decoy operation in Iran, while Bravo was shot down and Brad Cooper and Dan Caine appeared on CNN.Some support2 reports
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Brad Cooper traveled to Saudi Arabia while the Crown Prince urged US action against Houthis.Some support143 reports
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The IRGC Navy captured a US military submarine and targeted oil tankers in the Persian Gulf.Some support13 reports1 development inside
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A tanker struck near Jask infrastructure, amidst Iranian accusations of a US attack near Kharg Island. Brad Cooper is head of US Central Command.Well supported84 reports2 developments inside
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The UK, US, and France are planning a coalition for safe passage, involving high-level talks in London, while specific officials acknowledge the pause in strikes against Iran.Well supported5 reports3 developments inside
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Brad Cooper visited senior leaders in the region, including those in Jordan, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar.Well supported11 reports
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The crown prince and Brad Cooper discussed the current state of Saudi-U.S. defense cooperation and regional stability.Some support1 report
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Brad Cooper claims that US photos are being used by Tehran to improve the effectiveness of its strikes.Some support2 reports
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Military strategists, including Brad Cooper and Dan Caine, are discussing intense strikes and wiping out Iran's missile stock.Some support2 reports
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U.S.-Iran tensions are causing operational and personal delays for Brad Cooper, the U.S. Central Command head based in Bahrain.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Reuters obtained a letter from Brad Cooper, head of US Central Command, detailing the situation involving Iran and Jordan.Some support8 reports
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Brad Cooper advised that bombing of Iranian assets should cease.Some support1 report
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Brad Cooper discusses Task Force 59 operations in the Middle East, involving NATO partners, Aqaba, Bahrain, and Kuwait.Some support1 report
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CENTCOM commander confirmed AI compression and discussed how the Iran war tested European AI policy.Some support2 reports
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CENTCOM head Brad Cooper reports to the Trump administration while the U.S. monitors actions of armies.Some support2 reports
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A commander reported to Congress on a complex probe casting doubt on US involvement in an Iranian school strike.Some support1 report
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CENTCOM commander speaks on operations in Syria, while political figures including President Trump praise the efforts.Some support2 reports
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A CENTCOM commander is reported to be operating in the region involving Kurdistan.Some support1 report
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Around Brad Cooper this week
News at the entities that move Brad Cooper most-
Benjamin Netanyahu OperationalBenjamin Netanyahu promoted a new Artificial Intelligence plan intended for national leadership.Moves Brad Cooper
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Dan Caine OperationalUS leaders, including Trump, Caine, and Cooper, discussed military operations against Iran, while Vance and Netanyahu engaged in diplomatic and political pressure.Moves Brad Cooper
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Bahrain OperationalRights groups Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch condemned a mass trial in Bahrain.Moves Brad Cooper
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Middle East OperationalSappi is facing operational challenges due to the ongoing geopolitical conflict in the Middle East, which is driving up petrochemical costs and market risks.Moves Brad Cooper
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Saudi Arabia OperationalAn agreement was signed involving Monica Juma and Saudi Arabia to combat corruption and build expertise.Moves Brad Cooper
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Hormuz OperationalIRGC Navy disables ships to control transit in the Strait of Hormuz.Moves Brad Cooper
Connections
The 40 strongest of 76, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Dan Caine Operational
Both officials actively coordinate military assessments and jointly advise on strategic and war options.
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Lincoln Operational
Brad Cooper actively commands, assesses, and inspects the USS Lincoln carrier deployment.
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United States Central Command Structural
Brad Cooper serves as the commander of the United States Central Command.
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Middle East Operational
Brad Cooper serves as a top US military commander overseeing and leading operations within the Middle East region.
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Bahrain Operational
Brad Cooper, representing US military command, actively coordinates security and defense talks with Bahraini senior leaders.
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Donald Trump Structural
Cooper serves as a military commander and advisor to Trump, providing strategic assessments that influence policy decisions.
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Saudi Arabia Operational
Brad Cooper engages in high-level, urgent diplomatic and security consultations with Saudi Arabian leadership regarding regional developments.
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Eyal Zamir Operational
Brad Cooper and Eyal Zamir engaged in direct coordination and discussions regarding military developments and IDF operations.
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Benjamin Netanyahu Operational
Netanyahu actively pressures and influences Cooper, the CENTCOM commander, regarding military operations and policy decisions.
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Hormuz Operational
Brad Cooper actively monitors, reports on, and participates in military and shipping operations within the Strait of Hormuz.
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Riyadh Operational
Riyadh serves as the operational focus point for high-level diplomatic efforts involving the CENTCOM chief, Brad Cooper.
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Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Operational
Brad Cooper actively warns and assesses the operational vulnerabilities and economic costs associated with the IRGC's activities.
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Lebanon Operational
Brad Cooper is involved in high-level security, diplomatic, and military oversight concerning Lebanon's armed forces and regional agreements.
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Joint Chiefs of Staff Operational
Brad Cooper operates as a high-ranking commander, providing recommendations to and being held accountable by the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
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Patrick Frank Structural
Patrick Frank serves as a subordinate under Brad Cooper within the CENTCOM command structure.
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Iraq Operational
Brad Cooper conducts high-level diplomatic and military engagements, including leading U.S. Central Command, within Iraq.
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PENTAGON Structural
Brad Cooper serves as a commander and advisor to the Pentagon, influencing military action and strategy.
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Jordan Operational
Brad Cooper has engaged in direct meetings and political commentary regarding Jordan's role in regional aggression.
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Israel Katz Operational
Katz provided Cooper with information regarding potential withdrawal stages of military operations.
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Congress Transactional
Brad Cooper has provided testimony and briefings to Congress regarding military matters.
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Mark Dubowitz Operational
Brad Cooper is secretly receiving strategic advice from Mark Dubowitz.
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Jordan Operational
Brad Cooper held a functional role presiding over a command transition within the geopolitical context of Jordan.
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crown prince Operational
The entities are engaged in discussions regarding Saudi-U.S. defense cooperation and strategic developments.
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Saudi Arabia Operational
Brad Cooper traveled to Saudi Arabia for coordination talks regarding defense cooperation and regional developments.
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United Arab Emirates Operational
Brad Cooper serves as the CENTCOM chief leading a joint initiative operational within the territory of the United Arab Emirates.
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Pete Hegseth Operational
Pete Hegseth publicly supports and aligns with Brad Cooper's mission and aggressive approach.
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Tehran Operational
Brad Cooper is actively targeting Tehran's capabilities, indicating direct operational conflict.
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Lincoln Transactional
Brad Cooper visited and assessed the deployment of the Lincoln infrastructure.
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Mohammed Operational
The Crown Prince met with the CENTCOM chief in Jeddah on September 1, 2026.
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Reuters Mentioned together
Reuters received information from Brad Cooper, establishing a source-reporter relationship.
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Kharg Island Transactional
Brad Cooper is reported to have been involved in clearing sea mines from the strait shipping routes near Kharg Island.
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Tel Aviv Transactional
A visit occurred on 2020-11-29 involving a CENTCOM chief and Israeli officials in Tel Aviv.
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Houthis Mentioned together
Brad Cooper is involved in consultations regarding the Red Sea crisis caused by the Houthis.
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Abolfazl Shekarchi Operational
Abolfazl Shekarchi actively refuted claims made by Brad Cooper regarding oil transport.
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Abraham Lincoln Mentioned together
A modern individual is co-mentioned in an article alongside the historical figure Abraham Lincoln.
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Jeddah Shared context
Brad Cooper was observed conducting meetings in Jeddah with Saudi officials.
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Joseph Aoun Operational
The relationship involves participation in discussions regarding framework agreements and negotiations in the Lebanese context.
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Eyal Zamir Operational
The relationship between A and B is characterized by ongoing operational coordination between their respective organizations, IDF and CENTCOM.
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Jordanian Armed Forces Mentioned together
Brad Cooper provides commentary and analysis regarding the military ties of the Jordanian Armed Forces.
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CNN Mentioned together
Brad Cooper was featured as a guest on CNN's 60 Minutes program.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
3 events- JD Vance blames the war for GOP defeat, while Brad Cooper, Kelly, and Dan Caine comment on Iran military operations.
- Donald Trump held a party in Palm Beach, met with Brad Cooper, and speculated on launching an offensive against Iran.
- Brad Cooper presented strike options to Donald Trump regarding military actions.
October 2026
1 eventSeptember 2026
10 events- A tanker registered in the Isle of Man was struck near Hormuz, while Iran maintained pressure on the waterway, as discussed by Brad Cooper.
- CNN reported suicide attempts on the USS Abraham Lincoln, while Pete Hegseth and Brad Cooper commented on the carrier's mental health situation.
- Iran maintains control of the Strait of Hormuz while the US imposes a naval blockade targeting Iranian ports.
- Brad Cooper reported on the current state of maritime traffic near Iran.
- Jordanian Armed Forces are participating in a US-hosted exercise in Colorado, with Brad Cooper commenting on the ties between the two forces.
- Prompted by Iran attacks, security cooperation is needed, with Brad Cooper organizing military discussions in Germany and Eyal Zamir briefing Arab nations on Israeli operations.
- CIA ran a decoy operation in Iran, while Bravo was shot down and Brad Cooper and Dan Caine appeared on CNN.
- Brad Cooper traveled to Saudi Arabia while the Crown Prince urged US action against Houthis.
- The IRGC Navy captured a US military submarine and targeted oil tankers in the Persian Gulf.
- A tanker struck near Jask infrastructure, amidst Iranian accusations of a US attack near Kharg Island. Brad Cooper is head of US Central Command.
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August 2026
3 events- A strike group is conducting a naval blockade against Iran, and Brad Cooper visited the carrier during its deployment.
- Brad Cooper addressed IDF commanders led by Eyal Zamir, reviewing Israel's achievements against Iran and stressing US commitment.
- The crown prince and Brad Cooper discussed the current state of Saudi-U.S. defense cooperation and regional stability.
July 2026
9 events- Military officials direct an aggressive air campaign against Iran to damage its missile capabilities.
- The UK, US, and France are planning a coalition for safe passage, involving high-level talks in London, while specific officials acknowledge the pause in strikes against Iran.
- Brad Cooper claims that US photos are being used by Tehran to improve the effectiveness of its strikes.
- Military strategists, including Brad Cooper and Dan Caine, are discussing intense strikes and wiping out Iran's missile stock.
- U.S.-Iran tensions are causing operational and personal delays for Brad Cooper, the U.S. Central Command head based in Bahrain.
- Reuters obtained a letter from Brad Cooper, head of US Central Command, detailing the situation involving Iran and Jordan.
- Brad Cooper advised that bombing of Iranian assets should cease.
- Brad Cooper discusses Task Force 59 operations in the Middle East, involving NATO partners, Aqaba, Bahrain, and Kuwait.
- CENTCOM commander confirmed AI compression and discussed how the Iran war tested European AI policy.
June 2026
5 events- Brad Cooper visited senior leaders in the region, including those in Jordan, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar.
- CENTCOM head Brad Cooper reports to the Trump administration while the U.S. monitors actions of armies.
- A commander reported to Congress on a complex probe casting doubt on US involvement in an Iranian school strike.
- CENTCOM commander speaks on operations in Syria, while political figures including President Trump praise the efforts.
- A CENTCOM commander is reported to be operating in the region involving Kurdistan.