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Houthis claim attacking USS Mason that shot down missile in Red Sea
Yemen’s Houthi rebels have claimed targeting a U.S. Navy destroyer and a commercial ship in the Red Sea.
By Jon Gambrell, The Associated Press
US awaits final $17 million repayment from Saudis for air refueling in Yemen war
Between March 2015 and November 2018, the Pentagon spent about $300 million to fly aerial refueling missions in support of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and others engaged in the nearly eight-year conflict.
Arab-Israeli missile defense has a shot, says CENTCOM nominee
In the wake of recent missile and drone attacks against the UAE by Iranian-backed Houthi rebels, there’s a fresh opportunity to integrate air and missile defense in the Mideast, says Lt. Gen. Michael Kurilla.
By Joe Gould
US warns that Islamic State extremists still a world threat
The coalition is hoping to stabilize areas liberated from the Islamic State, repatriate and hold foreign fighters accountable and combat extremist messaging.
Turkey seeks US support to maintain troops in Afghanistan
Turkey is reported to have offered to guard the Kabul's international airport as questions remain on how security will be assured along major transport routes and at the airport, which is the main gateway to Kabul.
Saudis: Coalition kit on Yemen island where base being built
A Saudi-led coalition fighting in Yemen acknowledged having equipment on an island where a mysterious air base is now under construction.
Biden ending Trump OK for US oil company in Syria, says official
Trump became focused on Syria’s oil in October 2019 after he abruptly announced his intention to draw down U.S. troops deployed against ISIS in the area.
US Central Command chief: Important to keep pressure on ISIS
Gen. Frank McKenzie visited four U.S. outposts in Syria. His message Friday was short and direct: U.S. forces remain in Syria to fight the remnants of ISIS.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Gunfight at Syrian checkpoint leads to charges against sergeant first class
A rare gunfight between U.S. paratroopers and pro-Syrian regime forces last summer is at the center of charges preferred in April against an 82nd Airborne Division soldier.
By Kyle Rempfer
Air Force JTACS training Syrians to help call in helo airstrikes raises questions
Syrian Democratic Forces aren't quite learning to be JTACs, but they've been getting some training.
By Kyle Rempfer
US-backed Syrian forces raid camp of ISIS families, arrest 9
A spokesman for the U.S.-backed coalition said coalition forces will provide support during the operation “for early warning and situational awareness.”
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press