Pentagon Increases Military Presence In Middle East As Iran Threatens Israel
The announcement follows threats of retaliation from Iran and its regional allies in response to the killings of top commander in Beirut, raising concerns about a potential escalation of conflict in the Middle East.
Aug 03, 2024, 10:36 AM IST
US warships pass through Taiwan Strait amid China tensions
The move will likely be viewed in Taiwan as a sign of support from US President Donald Trump`s government amid growing friction between Taipei and Beijing.
Jan 25, 2019, 10:36 AM IST
Russian senator says US warship in Black Sea should keep its distance
This week a court in Russia extended by three months the arrest of 24 Ukrainian sailors captured along with their ships in November in the Kerch Strait, which links the Black Sea with the Azov Sea.
Jan 21, 2019, 10:05 AM IST
US Navy chief does not rule out sending aircraft carrier through Taiwan Strait
Aircraft carriers, typically equipped with about 80 aircraft and crews of about 5,000, are key to the US military`s ability to project power globally.
Jan 18, 2019, 11:33 AM IST
US hits radar sites in first strikes on Yemen rebels
The US military directly targeted Yemen`s Huthi rebels for the first time on Thursday, hitting radar sites controlled by the insurgents after US warships came under missile attacks twice in four days.
Oct 14, 2016, 01:05 AM IST
US accuses Iran of conducting missile test near warships
The US military is accusing Iran of conducting a missile test in the Strait of Hormuz as warships involved in the fight against the Islamic State group passed by.
Dec 30, 2015, 11:24 AM IST
China summons US envoy over Taiwan arms sales: Foreign Ministry
China Thursday summoned a senior US envoy in protest at Washington`s announcement that it would sell two warships to Taiwan.
Dec 17, 2015, 10:34 AM IST
