Pentagon keeps 2 aircraft carriers in Middle East for another week
The 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 Press
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Fighter jet slips off carrier hangar deck in Red Sea, one minor injury
An F/A-18 fighter jet slipped off the hangar deck of the USS Harry S. Truman as sailors were towing the aircraft into place, the Navy said.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
US government may gain new power to track drones and shoot them down
The bill provides no oversight or way to question a government decision about what is a "credible threat."
Russia puts deep roots in Syria, warns West against meddling
The same day that Russian diplomats struck a deal with Turkey over a demilitarized zone in Syria’s last rebel-run region, dozens of Russian businessmen were flying home from Damascus, contracts in hand for trade with a postwar Syria.
By Angela Charlton, The Associated Press
Bolton: US troops staying in Syria until Iran leaves
U.S. will keep a military presence in Syria until Iran withdraws its forces, says Trump national security advisor.
US says Russia supplying missile defense system to Syria would be a ‘significant escalation’
The Trump administration is warning Russia that supplying Syria with an advanced missile defense system would be a “major mistake” and should be reconsidered. It also says U.S. forces will not leave Syria until Iran leaves.
Truman is back in the saddle, again
The carrier strike group continues its unpredictable deployment by following the Pentagon plan.
By Mark D. Faram
No decision on S-400 as US, India sign key defense agreement
India will have access to military communications networks like Link 16 under the new agreement,
By Tara Copp, AP
Top US general departs for Pakistan, India to bolster Afghanistan strategy
Dunford will meet up with Mattis and Pompeo on a historic visit to India to press Afghanistan and Indo-Pacific priorities.
By Tara Copp, AP
Commentary: McCain was a global leader and a ‘GDHP.’ But is he irreplaceable?
A childhood friend and fellow Navy officer of Sen. John McCain gives a perspective on his legacy as a leader.
By Cmdr. Beth F. Coye
Maritime accidents boost interest in US Naval Academy training
The training is designed to make students put their classroom navigation knowledge to use at sea.
‘Midway’ blockbuster starring Woody Harrelson to begin filming next month on Oahu
German director Roland Emmerich will begin filming the $100-million blockbuster next month at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickham.
By J.D. Simkins