Pentagon keeps 2 aircraft carriers in Middle East for another weekThe carrier Harry S. Truman is expected to head home to Norfolk, Virginia, after the week is up, according to officials.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press6 days ago
US forces strike Yemen oil port in ongoing campaign against HouthisThe attack is the first strike U.S. Central Command has publicly described in weeks.By Noah Robertson3 weeks ago
Hegseth beefs up Middle East warship presence with 2 aircraft carriersThe defense secretary has ordered the carriers Carl Vinson and Harry S. Truman to be in the region as the U.S. increases strikes on Houthi rebels.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press7 weeks ago
US strikes dozens of Houthi sites in Yemen as broader campaign beginsU.S. Central Command continued strikes against the group Sunday and Monday, launching a campaign that may last weeks, officials said.By Noah Robertson7 weeks ago
Tricare snafus cause medical shortfalls for military familiesMilitary families are struggling to get medical appointments as some health care providers drop Tricare beneficiaries due to lack of payment.By Karen Jowers3 months ago
No plans to draw down US troops in Europe for now, Hegseth saysTop defense officials will conduct a reivew of U.S. troops deployed worldwide to determine future personnel levels overseas.By Leo Shane III3 months ago