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What to know about the militants targeted by US airstrikes in Nigeria

President Donald Trump said on social media that the “powerful and deadly” strikes in the Nigerian state of Sokoto were carried out against IS gunmen.

3 days ago

Trump says US struck Islamic State targets in Nigeria

The president says the U.S. launched a “powerful and deadly" strike against ISIS forces in Nigeria, claiming the group targeted Christians.

3 days ago

China’s military buildup makes US increasingly vulnerable, DOD says

The Pentagon's latest annual report on the People’s Liberation Army described China’s recent buildup as “historic.”

By Tanya Noury

5 days ago

Trump approves deployment of 350 National Guard troops to New Orleans

Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said Tuesday that Guard members will be tasked with supporting federal law enforcement partners.

6 days ago

Marines deployed to Arizona’s southern border to support security

About 450 U.S. Marines were deployed to the Joint Task Force-Southern Border in Yuma, Arizona, this month to boost security along the southern border.

By Cristina Stassis

6 days ago

Navy to begin constructing 2 ‘Trump class’ battleships

"The U.S. Navy will lead the design of these ships," the president said Monday, "along with me because I’m a very aesthetic person."

By Tanya Noury and J.D. Simkins

7 days ago