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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.

20 hours 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.

32 hours 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

3 days ago

New charges for Guard shooting suspect enable death penalty talks

Lakanwal remains charged with first-degree murder, assault with intent to kill and illegal possession of a firearm in the Nov. 26 shooting.

By J.D. Simkins

3 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.

3 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

4 days ago