# Pentagon admits using Elon Musk’s chatbot to launch strikes on Iran > Source: > Published: 2026-06-17 12:06:17+00:00 # Pentagon admits using Elon Musk’s chatbot to launch strikes on Iran - A senior US defense official has revealed that the Pentagon used Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot to launch missiles in Iran. - The official said that Grok was instrumental in firing over 2,000 munitions at distinct targets within 96 hours, saying that its continued operation is vital for national security. - This admission was made in a sworn statement defending Musk against an NAACP lawsuit alleging that xAI data centers are illegally polluting communities. - The Pentagon relies heavily on xAI’s Grok Gov Model and has warned that any court ruling preventing its deployment would severely impact national security operations. - The revelation comes amid ongoing concerns about AI in warfare and civilian casualties.