For all of the planning and positioning, the four-star acknowledged the changing conditions on the ground — there is a different threat in Europe now than what many saw even 18 months ago, he said.
The indignant firestorm over a breakfast hosted by the private Naval Attachés Association showcases another example of Beijing’s belligerence over Taiwan.
State Department officials said they are negotiating with Taliban leaders to allow more American citizens and Afghan nationals access to the evacuation site.
A four-ship of A-10 Thunderbolt IIs from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., will do a flyover before Major League Baseball's nationally televised game between the White Sox and Yankees at 6 p.m. EDT on Fox.