（来源：千龙网） 美国国防部长 赫格塞思：我倒是想过，专门挑几个普通的晚上大量点披萨外卖，就是为了迷惑外界。比如某个周五晚上，你要是看到一堆达美乐披萨的订 单，可能只是我在手机上下单，故意干扰大家让外界摸不清我们的动向。 在美国媒体业界，流传着这样一种说法，即，可通过观察五角大楼、中央情报局或白宫周边的披萨订单，来预测五角大楼重要军事行动。 去年6月，美国国防部发言人也曾回应称，国防部大楼内部就能满足工作人员的夜间就餐需求，供应包括披萨在内的多种食物，还指出这一指数与实际事件 发生"并不一致"。 这一指数在以往海湾战争、以伊冲突等多次重大事件中得到验证。不过，美国国防部长赫格塞思曾回应，称他们也可以故意扰乱这一指数，将"五角大楼披 萨指数"作为迷惑对手的心理战手段。 美伊关系紧张以来，美国多家媒体更是持续关注"五角大楼披萨指数"。不过，美国国防部长赫格塞思此前曾对媒体说，对于"披萨指数"，他们也可以故意扰 乱。 美国媒体记者：当发生紧急情况时，美军人员常常需要加班到深夜且无法离开办公桌。因此，除了五角大楼内的餐厅外，从附近的披萨店订购披萨就成了最 便宜、最便捷的选择。 ...

Core Insights - The article discusses the "Pizza Index" phenomenon related to the Pentagon, which tracks U.S. military activity based on the increase in pizza orders from nearby restaurants during international crises [1] - U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin humorously mentioned that he would randomly order pizzas to confuse those monitoring the index, indicating a playful approach to the serious nature of military operations [1] Group 1 - The "Pizza Index" is a social phenomenon in the U.S. that reflects the surge in pizza delivery demand from Pentagon employees during ongoing international crises [1] - The Pentagon's spokesperson, John Kirby, acknowledged the existence of a social media account that tracks pizza orders near military centers, highlighting the public's interest in military movements [1] - The concept of the "Pizza Index" has been a long-standing theory within Washington's political circles, illustrating how civilian life can intersect with military activities [1]

五角大楼"披萨指数"再次激增！ 2月8日，据五角大楼披萨指数追踪账号Pentagon Pizza Watch，五角大楼周边披萨店活动量激增。距离美 国五角大楼1.0英里的District Pizza Palace活动量飙升至250%；同距离的We，The Pizza以149%紧随其 后；0.5英里处的Extreme Pizza也达到143%。目前"披萨指数"(Doughcon)警戒等级为4级。 披萨成为"军事信号" 近40年来，一直流传着这样一种半认真、半开玩笑的说法：在美国，可通过观察五角大楼、中央情报局 或白宫周边的深夜披萨订单，来预测重大全球事件。这也被称为"五角大楼披萨指数"。其背后逻辑很简 单：当危机酝酿时，五角大楼和情报人员会通宵达旦地工作，而披萨是加班团队的首选能量来源。这一 算法吸引了众多网友的关注。 "五角大楼披萨指数"的起源实际上可以追溯到冷战时期。有一种说法是苏联曾密切监视着美国的深夜披 萨外卖，并将这些不寻常的订单解读为军事活动加强的迹象。 《经济学人》数据新闻主管亚历克斯·塞尔比-布斯罗伊德在领英上写道："自20世纪80年代以来，五角 大楼披萨指数一直是预测全球重大事件（从政变到战争 ...

Core Insights - The Pentagon's pizza index has surged significantly, indicating potential military actions by the U.S. in the Middle East, with Domino's orders increasing by 1000%, Extreme Pizza by 213%, and Papa John's by 192% [1][1] Summary by Categories Military Actions - The U.S. State Department has advised American citizens to leave Iran immediately, reflecting a tougher stance towards the country [1][1] - Recent military actions by the U.S. in the Middle East have been reported by Israeli media, suggesting heightened military readiness [1][1] Diplomatic Relations - Iran's Foreign Ministry summoned ambassadors from the UK, France, Germany, and Italy, expressing opposition to any political or media support for what it terms "rioters," viewing such actions as interference in its internal affairs [1][1] - Tehran has stated that it is maintaining open communication channels with Washington [1][1]

Core Viewpoint - The "Pentagon Pizza Index" is a humorous yet serious theory suggesting that an increase in late-night pizza orders near the Pentagon can predict significant global events, particularly military actions [1][2]. Group 1: Historical Context - The origin of the "Pentagon Pizza Index" dates back to the Cold War, where unusual late-night pizza orders were monitored by the Soviet Union as potential indicators of U.S. military activity [2]. - Significant military events, such as the U.S. invasion of Panama in 1989 and the Gulf War in 1991, coincided with spikes in pizza orders near the Pentagon [2]. - A notable instance occurred on August 1, 1990, when the CIA ordered a record 21 pizzas, just before Iraq's invasion of Kuwait, leading to the Gulf War [2]. Group 2: Recent Observations - On April 13, 2024, a spike in customer traffic at a local pizza shop in Washington, D.C., coincided with Iran's drone launch towards Israel [3]. - A social media account named "Pentagon Pizza Report" was created to monitor real-time data from Google Maps regarding pizza orders in Arlington, Virginia, with significant order increases noted before military actions [4]. Group 3: Credibility and Skepticism - Some observers, including data journalists, find the "Pentagon Pizza Index" to be a surprisingly reliable indicator of global events since the 1980s [5]. - However, academic skepticism exists, with researchers pointing out potential confirmation bias and the need for more data to establish a clear correlation between pizza orders and geopolitical events [6]. - The U.S. Department of Defense has denied the validity of the "Pentagon Pizza Index," stating that there are many food suppliers available for late-night staff, questioning the accuracy of the reported timelines [6].

Group 1 - The article highlights a significant increase in pizza sales near the Pentagon, with one store reporting a 1250% surge, indicating heightened activity and potential military actions in the region [1][3]. - The U.S. State Department's Persian account shared a photo of Trump with a warning message, suggesting a strong stance against Iran, coinciding with increased military readiness [3][4]. - Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu has approved a new attack plan against Iran, named "Iron Fist," and the Israeli military has entered a state of high alert due to concerns over Iranian threats [5][6]. Group 2 - Protests in Iran have escalated for the eighth consecutive day, with demonstrations reported in 222 locations across 26 provinces, resulting in at least 20 deaths [8]. - The Iranian government has accused the U.S. and Israel of interfering in its internal affairs, claiming that certain officials' statements incite violence and unrest [8].

Group 1 - The U.S. government, under President Trump, has ordered strikes against military targets in Venezuela, marking an escalation in pressure on the Maduro regime [1] - U.S. military officials confirmed that operations against Venezuela are ongoing, with reports of explosions in Caracas and sightings of U.S. military helicopters [2] - The Venezuelan government has declared a state of emergency in response to the military actions [2] Group 2 - Venezuela's Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the U.S. military actions, labeling them as severe military aggression against its territory and people [3] - Colombian President Petro has reported that Caracas is under missile bombardment, calling for an urgent meeting of the Organization of American States and the United Nations [4] Group 3 - There has been an increase in pizza orders near the Pentagon, which some interpret as a sign of heightened military readiness, reflecting the ongoing geopolitical tensions [5] - The "Pentagon Pizza Index" has gained attention as a humorous gauge of military activity based on local pizza orders during crises [5][6]

Group 1 - The article highlights an increase in pizza orders near the Pentagon during the winter holiday season, as reported by the "Pentagon Pizza Index" [2] - The DEFCON level is at 4, indicating a heightened state of readiness and increased intelligence monitoring by the U.S. military, which ranges from 5 (normal) to 1 (highest readiness) [3] - Social media users suggest that the thriving business of pizza shops near the Pentagon is linked to various military and geopolitical events occurring worldwide [3] Group 2 - The article mentions a significant event where Trump initiated an airstrike, indicating potential implications for military and geopolitical dynamics [4]

Core Viewpoint - Venezuela has accused the United States of military aggression following airstrikes in Caracas and other locations on January 3rd [1] Group 1 - The airstrikes occurred in multiple areas, including the capital, Caracas [1] - The U.S. government, including the White House and the Pentagon, has not issued an official statement regarding the incident [1] - A spike in pizza orders near the Pentagon and the White House was noted on social media, indicating unusual activity around the time of the airstrikes [1]

Group 1 - The article reports that U.S. President Trump has ordered strikes against targets in Venezuela, marking an escalation in pressure on the Maduro regime [1] - U.S. military officials confirmed that operations against Venezuela are ongoing, with explosions reported in Caracas and military facilities being targeted [2] - The Venezuelan government has declared a state of emergency in response to the military actions [2][4] Group 2 - Colombian President Petro stated that Caracas is under missile bombardment, calling for an urgent meeting of the Organization of American States and the United Nations [5][8] - The Venezuelan Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the U.S. military actions as severe aggression against its territory and people [4] - Reports indicate that power and communication have been disrupted in southern Caracas due to the military strikes [2]