USS Gerald R. Ford returns home after record deployment
After 326 days at sea, the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford returned Saturday to Naval Station Norfolk.
US, Nigerian forces kill senior ISIS leader in Nigeria
U.S. and Nigerian forces killed a senior Islamic State leader and several other militants in a joint operation in northeastern Nigeria.
Trump says Iran is finished, but US intel says it still has bite
Trump says Iran’s military is gone, but U.S. intelligence reports say Tehran still has missiles, launchers, bunkers and staying power.
Army identifies soldier recovered after training exercise disappearance in Morocco
A U.S. Army soldier whose body was recovered along the Moroccan coastline has been identified as 1st Lt. Kendrick Lamont Key Jr.
Trump says US will escort neutral ships from Strait of Hormuz amid Iran talks
President Donald Trump said Sunday that the United States will begin escorting foreign commercial ships out of the Strait of Hormuz.
Rubio to meet with pope, Italian leaders amid Trump tensions
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is traveling to the Vatican this week amid speculation about a rift between Pope Leo and Donald Trump.
2 US soldiers reported missing in Morocco
The search is on for two American service members who went missing in Morocco while participating in training exercises.
Trump questions Iran proposal as war powers deadline dispute intensifies
Donald Trump said Saturday he is reviewing a new proposal from Iran but indicated it is unlikely to be accepted by the U.S.
Pentagon to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany over next 6 to 12 months
The Pentagon said it will withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany following Chancellor Friedrich Merz's criticism of the U.S. war against Iran.
Japan opens door to weapons exports, easing pressure on US supply chains
Japan has lifted a major postwar restriction, allowing lethal weapons exports to 17 nations with existing defense and technology pacts.
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz amid US blockade; vessels attacked
Iran has again closed the Strait of Hormuz. A military spokesperson said the waterway is "under strict control of the Iranian Armed Forces."
European nations explore NATO fallback plan as US trust wanes
European officials are informally drafting contingency plans to keep NATO operating if the United States reduces its military commitments.
US Iran blockade is one day in – but Strait of Hormuz still not sealed
The U.S. blockade is underway, but ship data shows Hormuz remains partially open as Iran retains leverage over maritime traffic.
What’s next in Iran? Trump’s options after negotiations fail
Trump weighs diplomacy, blockade or more force after JD Vance leaves Iran talks without a deal and CENTCOM prepares maritime pressure.
US Navy ships push through Strait as Trump says forces are ‘clearing’ it
Two U.S. Navy ships transited the Strait of Hormuz Saturday. U.S. Central Command says it is setting conditions for clearing mines there.
US moves to automatic draft registration but not a military draft
The shift from individual sign-ups to automatic registration aims to save millions of dollars as military recruitment hits a 15-year high.
She alleged misconduct in an elite Army unit. Now she faces federal charges
Courtney Williams was indicted for allegedly sharing classified information with a journalist after speaking about harassment in the military.
Did Democrats miss their chance? Ceasefire complicates war powers vote
President Trump’s ceasefire deal with Iran isn’t swaying Democrats, as they promise to continue pushing to limit the president’s war powers.
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz after Israel launches attacks inside Lebanon
Iran on Wednesday announced the Strait of Hormuz was again closed, not even a day after a ceasefire with the U.S. and Israel.
Big questions remain even as Pentagon declares ‘decisive’ victory in Iran
The Trump administration claims victory in Iran as a ceasefire begins, but the future of nuclear material and shipping remains unresolved.
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