FY25 Army Budget and Global Threat Assessment

Putin shows no signs of ceasing efforts to dismember Ukraine.
Recent attacks on Kyiv, including the death of an American citizen, indicate continued aggression.
The US has been providing military equipment to Ukraine to deter war with Putin, particularly in NATO countries.

Iran is considered a significant threat, especially to US interests, troop concentrations, partners, and allies in the Middle East.
November is designated as "Death to America Day" in Iran since 1987, indicating hostility towards the United States.
Iran possesses approximately $900 pounds$ of highly enriched uranium at $60\%$ , which has no clear commercial purpose and can be used for creating nuclear weapons.
Iran's enrichment programs are located in secure locations, such as at the bottom of mountains, implying intentions to proceed safely with nuclear ambitions.
Diplomacy with Iran has been attempted, but the effectiveness is questioned.
It is perceived that Israel may consider taking military action to dismantle Iran's nuclear program.
A nuclear-armed Iran is considered a threat to the US.

There is concern that China might take Taiwan by force if the US and the West appear weak.
Deterrence against China may have been weakened following the withdrawal from Afghanistan.

ISIS and Al-Qaeda remain active and are still trying to find ways to attack the US.

The objective of military spending is to prevent war, but if conflict occurs, it should be won.

The Ayatollah stated that any action against Iran's nuclear program would result in war with America.
There is confidence in the US military's ability to win a potential war with Iran.

The current global situation is considered a moment of choosing with high stakes.
Getting the approach right could lead to normalization, deter China from taking Taiwan, and allow for a new conversation with Putin.
Getting it wrong could escalate global conflicts.