US military

US aircraft carriers may change Middle East balance of power

There is no shortage of American firepower in the region, and more may be arriving.

US Navy aircraft carrier collides with vessel near Egypt, in stable condition

The United States military currently has 11 aircraft carriers, and any damage requiring one of them to be sidelined could strain the Navy.

By REUTERS
13/02/2025
 Iranians burn makeshift Israeli and US flags along with a cardboard obelisk, in Tehran, Iran

Israel could strike Iran nuclear sites this year, US intel document shows

A report by the Wall Street Journal shows Israel may be planning major strikes on Iran's nuclear sites this year, seeking potential US backing under the Trump administration.

Inside a US security firm's risky Gaza mission

US contractors have been deployed to a Gaza checkpoint amid Israel-Hamas truce

By REUTERS
30/01/2025

Defense Ministry awards Rafael $5.2b US-funded air defense contract

Israel begins deploying $5.2B in US aid to enhance its missile shield, including Iron Dome upgrades and the new Iron Beam laser system that could slash interception costs.

By DEAN SHMUEL ELMAS/GLOBES/TNS
17/01/2025
 Joe Biden at a Department of Defense Commander in Chief farewell ceremony

Biden thanks US troops for defending Israel in last military address

The road to that deal was not easy, Biden said, adding he laid down the elements of that deal in May that were embraced by countries around the world.

NASA entdeckt durch Zufall im grönländischen Eis versteckten Stützpunkt aus dem Kalten Krieg

Camp Century, die „Stadt unter dem Eis“, ist eine bemerkenswerte Stätte des Kalten Krieges.

The hidden dangers for soldiers on the social media battlefield

Sharing images online can expose soldiers to enemies and adversaries, leading to safety risks, harassment, and potential legal jeopardy

By FELICE FRIEDSON/THE MEDIA LINE
10/01/2025

K-9 key roles: US military can learn from IDF Oketz unit, expert says

The IDF's Oketz canine unit has played a critical role in the ongoing Gaza conflict, with its use of military dogs providing key lessons for militaries worldwide.

Man who formerly served in US Army indicted over attempts to support Hezbollah

Jack Danaher Molloy, 24, was a dual citizen of the US and Ireland and traveled to Lebanon and Syria in 2024 to attempt to join Hezbollah.

By REUTERS
03/01/2025
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