World Aug 19 Pentagon conducts test of previously banned missile The test off the coast of California on Sunday marks the resumption of an arms competition that some analysts worry could increase U.S.-Russian tensions.
Politics Jul 30 WATCH: Joint Chiefs nominee accused of sexual misconduct faces Senate questioning The hearing morning will be the first time senators will publicly question Gen. John Hyten about the charges brought by his former aide, Army Col. Kathryn Spletstoser.
World Jul 29 2 American service members killed by Afghan soldier, U.S. officials say U.S. Central Command confirmed that two U.S. troops were killed, but provided no details.
Nation Jul 11 Pulling troops out of Afghanistan early would be a mistake, general says He says the U.S. should keep a "modest number" of forces in Iraq and Syria to maintain stability.
Nation Jul 03 Critics say Trump’s ‘Salute to America’ is politicizing July 4 Critics of Trump's plans to hold a large-scale event for Fourth of July say he is politicizing the national holiday.
World Jun 27 U.S. gets no commitment from NATO for help on Iran threat NATO allies have expressed reluctance to get involved in any military effort to help secure the region or counter Iran.
World Jun 21 Trump says U.S. was ‘cocked and loaded’ to strike Iran Trump tweeted Friday that the U.S. was ready to "retaliate last night on 3 different sights."…
World Jun 21 U.S. prepped for strikes on Iran before approval was withdrawn The United States called off preparations for a military strike against Iran over the downing of a U.S. surveillance drone.
Politics Jun 18 Shanahan drops bid to lead Pentagon, citing ‘painful’ past After months of unexplained delays, Acting Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan stepped down Tuesday before his formal nomination ever went to the Senate, citing a family situation that would hurt his children and reopen "wounds we have worked years to heal."…
World Jun 07 U.S. orders end to Turkey’s involvement in F-35 program The move is the latest in an ongoing dispute over Turkey's decision to buy the Russian-made S-400 missile defense system.