Latest "australia" stories

Marine pilot arrested in Australia treated as ‘high-risk’ prisoner

The Marine veteran's arrest came as Australia was investigating whether any of its former troops had trained Chinese military pilots.

By Irene Loewenson

10 days ago

Republicans push back on Okinawa F-15 withdrawal

Four Republicans are expressing concern about the Air Force’s decision to replace permanent F-15 squadrons in Okinawa with rotational forces.

By Bryant Harris, Stephen Losey and Joe Gould

5 weeks ago

China slams reported plan for US B-52 bombers in Australia

A news report says the United States is preparing to deploy up to six nuclear-capable B-52 bombers in northern Australia.

5 weeks ago

Australian nightclub bouncer sentenced for injuring US Marine

The U.S. Marine’s injuries led to a “significant amount of time” in a hospital and in rehabilitation after having part of his skull removed.

By Jonathan Lehrfeld

2 months ago

U.S. 7th Fleet commander sees increase in ‘unsafe’ intercepts by China

"It’s the provocative nature of the intercepts that’s got our attention, and we’re trying to understand it,” said Vice Adm. Karl Thomas.

By Zamone Perez

4 months ago

B-2 Spirits arrive in Australia for Bomber Task Force rotation

U.S. airmen have integrated with their Australian counterparts in every specialty — aviation, fuels, logistics, maintenance and more.

5 months ago