The United States has removed Lieutenant General Brett Sylvia, one of its top military strategists, from his position as head of strategy, plans and policy on the Joint Chiefs of Staff, according to a report by The Atlantic.
The magazine, citing unidentified defence officials, reported that Sylvia’s removal took place this week. However, no official reason has been given for the decision, and the Pentagon has yet to announce his replacement.
The development comes amid a series of high-profile changes in the US military since President Donald Trump returned to office. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said last month that the administration had reduced the number of generals and admirals by 20 per cent as part of efforts to strengthen accountability and refocus the military on combat operations.
Sylvia’s removal also comes as Trump is reportedly considering renewed military strikes against Iran following the US midterm elections scheduled for November 3. The president recently hinted at the possibility of another operation, referring to previous US-Israeli attacks on Iran under the name “Epic Fury.”
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The United States and Iran have reportedly avoided major attacks on land-based targets since early September, although tensions have continued, including strikes involving commercial vessels. Sylvia previously commanded the US Army’s 101st Airborne Division and served in Iraq.
