Qatari air defenses intercepted the weapons before they reached the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base. On Monday, Iran fired short- and medium-range ballistic missiles at the U.S. Al…
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Secretary of State Confirms Direct Contact with Syrian Rebels
Calls for an “inclusive and non-sectarian” government come from U.S., Turkish, Arab, and European Union officials. Secretary of State Antony Blinken confirmed that the U.S. has been in…
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U.S. and U.K. Launch Air Strikes Against Houthis
The rebel group in Yemen states, “All U.S., UK interests have become ‘legitimate targets.’” The United States and British militaries bombed more than 60 targets in Yemen which…
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U.S. and 12 Allies Promise Increased Military Response to Red Sea Attacks
Houthi assaults against commercial vessels are called “illegal, unacceptable, and profoundly destabilizing.” The United States released a joint statement with 12 other nations this week, threatening increased military…
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U.S. Defense Secretary Meets with Israeli Officials
He urged Israel to protect Gazans. U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met with his Israeli counterpart and the nation’s military chief on Monday in Tel Aviv. Secretary Austin…
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U.S. Joins International Operation to Defend Red Sea Commercial Ships
39 nations commit to dissuade frequent attacks by Houthi rebels. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announced on December 18 that the United States would be joining 38 nations…
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U.S. Navy Prevents Iran from Capturing 2 Oil Tankers
Both commercial vessels were near the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. Navy reported that an attempt by Iranian forces to capture two oil tankers was foiled by an…
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Navy Launches Middle East Task Force
The move is expected to strengthen relationships in the region. The U.S. Navy has announced the creation of a new regional task force in the Middle East, known…
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Iran Seizes Houston-Bound Oil Tanker
U.S. Navy reports the violation of international law. The U.S. Navy 5th Fleet reported that Iran has seized a foreign vessel in the Gulf of Oman. “The oil…
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Defense Secretary Recognizes Foreign Allies
Credits their support in the airlift out of Afghanistan. This past week, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin took a moment to express appreciation for the United States’ allies…
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