Energy, fuel prices skyrocket amid fragile ceasefire in Iran
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There are some major sticking points between the U.S. and Israel when it comes to the war in Iran, including the Strait of Hormuz and Israel's continuing attacks on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon.

Hormuz passages signal Iran holding up ceasefire deal
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President Trump says he is very optimistic a peace deal with Iran is within reach, as a fragile ceasefire has been endangered by Israeli attacks on Hezbollah terrorists in Lebanon.

US Marine stabbed to death in North Carolina chaotic street brawl, police hunt person of interest

A U.S. Marine was stabbed to death during a chaotic downtown brawl in North Carolina early Sunday, and police released surveillance images showing the person of interest sought in connection to the fatal incident.

Automatic military draft registration starts this year: What to know

A new rule passed by Congress will automatically register eligible men in the Selective Service, or military draft system, instead of requiring them to register themselves.

US military assets in the Middle East: Ships, planes, and 50,000 American troops

The Pentagon’s build up of U.S. military assets in the Middle East, the largest in decades, began in late January as tensions with Iran started escalating. 

Inside the daring rescue of airman behind enemy lines: How CIA assisted with 'deception campaign'

The daring U.S. military rescue of a seriously wounded airman is being hailed as an American success story, as President Donald Trump announced "we got him!" and detailed the "AMAZING show of bravery and talent," turning a potential American setback into a show of might.

Missing F-15 airman rescued after jet downed in Iran, Trump says

A U.S. service member who went missing after an F-15E Strike Eagle was shot down inside Iran has been rescued, President Donald Trump said in a social media post.

2 US aircraft downed in combat against Iran
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U.S. officials confirmed 2 U.S. aircraft were downed in combat against Iran on Friday.

2 US military planes downed in combat against Iran Friday: reports

A second U.S. military plane was reportedly shot down in combat against Iran Friday after an F-15E fighter jet crashed inside Iran, according to multiple reports.

US military SERE training - How service members are trained to survive

The United States military developed specialized training to prepare service members for extreme situations, including survival and evasion in hostile environments. 

What to know about the F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft

The U.S. Air Force says F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft are used in air-to-air and air-to-ground missions and its electronic systems allow the aircraft to fly day and night at low altitude, in all weather conditions.   

Service members can now carry personal weapons on military bases, Hegseth says

U.S. service members will be able to carry and store their own personal weapons on military bases across the country, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Thursday.

DOJ: Former US Air Force Master Sergeant pleads guilty to taking kickbacks for IT contracts

The Department of Justice (DOJ) says a former U.S. Air Force Master Sergeant has pleaded guilty to a multiyear scheme in which he fraudulently inflated information technology (IT) contracts and took excess funds to pay himself and others.

Military suicides decline in 2024, but long-term trend remains a concern

The number of U.S. service members who died by suicide declined in 2024, according to a Pentagon report, marking a reversal from an increase the previous year.

Gas prices continue to spike amid war in Iran
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As gas prices continue to rise amid the war in Iran, Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth says the next few days will decide the war's outcome.

American-born Israeli soldier killed in combat in Lebanon

A young man who moved from Connecticut to Israel last year to join the military was killed this weekend during a combat operation in Lebanon.

Military chaplains will no longer display rank, Hegseth says

Pete Hegseth announced reforms this week in efforts to renew military chaplains’ religious focus. One involves the insignia worn on work uniforms.

Hegseth prays for violence during Pentagon Christian service

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth prayed for violence against U.S. adversaries during a Christian worship service at the Pentagon.