Recent articles highlight the unusual spike in pizza orders near the Pentagon as a potential indicator of impending military actions, including Israel’s attack on Iran and other conflicts. The phenomenon, known as the 'pizza portent,' has a long history dating back to the 1980s, with previous surges before major military operations such as the invasion of Grenada in 1983, Panama in 1989, and during conflicts in Iraq and Kosovo. Analysts and journalists monitor late-night activity, including pizza deliveries and low traffic at nearby venues, as subtle signals of high-level military planning. Despite the Pentagon’s large food court, there are no pizzerias within the building, leading to reliance on external delivery orders. Experts suggest that these activity spikes, while not scientifically proven, have historically coincided with significant military events, making pizza orders a curious but notable form of early warning.