Tag: Military
Iran war diverts US military and attention from Asia ahead of Trump’s summit with China’s leader
WASHINGTON – In 2011, President Barack Obama announced a strategic shift for the United States, urging the nation to pivot away from prolonged military...
By the numbers: US thrashed military targets in Iran, but some capabilities remain
WASHINGTON – Since the ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. was announced, leaders in President Donald Trump's administration have been quick to assert that...
Texas veterans split on federal move to auto-register for military draft
The military draft, a vital component of national defense, is undergoing significant changes in its registration process. Pending an administrative review, the new system...
Trump is expected to meet NATO leader Rutte as he muses about pulling out of the military alliance
WASHINGTON – NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is set to meet with President Donald Trump on Wednesday, aiming to ease tensions stemming from the U.S....
US military aircraft hit in Iran war are first shot down by enemy fire in over 20 years
WASHINGTON – The recent incident involving Iran shooting down two American military aircraft marks an exceedingly rare assault, the first of its kind in...
Hegseth says he will allow troops to take personal weapons onto military bases
WASHINGTON – In a significant policy shift, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced on Thursday that service members will now be permitted to carry personal...