Senate Republicans back Trump military sales to IsraelThe Senate on Wednesday blocked two resolutions that would have stopped the sale of some $450 million in bombs and bulldozers to Israel.By Patricia Zengerle, Reuters76 minutes ago
White House offers no hint of Iran war cost as it seeks military funding surge"I don't have a ballpark," White House budget director Russell Vought told lawmakers Wednesday about the cost of the Iran war.By Nolan D. McCaskill and David Morgan, Reuters2 hours ago
US Navy destroyer intercepts Iranian-flagged vessel trying to skirt blockadeZero vessels have broken through the U.S. Navy blockade of the Strait of Hormuz since it began Monday, U.S. Central Command stated.By Riley Ceder5 hours ago
100-year-old B-17 turret gunner knighted by FrancePhillip “Bruce” Cook flew 35 missions as a ball turret gunner in a B-17 Flying Fortress, tasked with fighting for air supremacy over occupied Europe.By Claire Barrett35 hours ago
US Navy should rely on allies to boost maritime industrial base, report saysAs the Navy builds its presence in the Middle East, experts argue that the force should rely more on allies to improve the U.S. maritime industrial base.By Cristina Stassis2 days ago
Vietnam veteran’s gravestone somber reminder of war’s tollThe gravestone is evidence that Vietnam veteran Eugene “Gene” Marion Simmers carried the burden of decades-long grief and trauma.By Claire Barrett2 days ago