US Department of Defense
USS Abraham Lincoln to dock in Thailand after record-setting deployment, Thai official says
The Lincoln, which left the Middle East on Saturday, has not made a port call in more than 200 days, setting a modern-day record for consecutive days at sea.
Andy Burnham, European leaders plan US trip to seek Patriot missiles for Ukraine - report
US Army secretary expected to step down by year's end after months of tension with Hegseth - report
Pentagon fires editor-in-chief of US military newspaper, reportedly for opposing censorship
The Houthis' attacks are a wakeup call - editorial
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin's arrival in Israel is an opportunity for the West to do the right thing and stand by Israel, as the Houthis and Hezbollah ramp up their attacks.
In Israel, US defense chief to look to next phase of Gaza war
For Austin, the trip is a delicate balancing act.
As F-35 deals move forward in US, where does Israel stand? - analysis
According to the prior contract, Israel is due to receive another 14 in coming years, with about six more aircraft arriving each year.
Leaked US intel describes Russian attempt to shoot down British spy plane
The Russian pilot reportedly misinterpreted instructions from a radar operator on the ground and thought he had permission to fire.
Could aliens be investigating us? It's more likely than you think
Aliens may be sending us very small "dandelion seed" probes to gather information.
In Egypt, Pentagon chief seeks to balance human rights and security
US officials say the United States can only take limited steps against allies on rights issues if it wants to avoid rival powers gaining influence.
US helicopter raid in Syria kills top IS member, wounds four US troops
"The targeted ISIS senior leader, Hamza al-Homsi, was killed," the Defense Department said.
NASA, DARPA to develop nuclear rocket engine as soon as 2027
A nuclear thermal engine for a space rocket could be three or more times as efficient as conventional chemical rockets.
IAI reveals 'Point Blank' missile that can be carried in a backpack
The missile uses electro-optical systems to collect surveillance information and can take off and land in a soldier's hand.
Taiwan reports China's largest incursion yet to air defense zone
The White House said the United States was concerned by China's military activity near Taiwan, which it called "provocative" and "destabilizing."
