The status of a $110 million air base in the desert remains unclear as the West African country deepens its ties with Russia.
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Protesters in Niger Call for U.S. Military Exit
Trainers and equipment from Russia landed in the West African nation this week, putting the continued presence of 1,000 U.S. military personnel there in doubt.
U.S. Targets May Not Be on List in Possible Iran Attack, Officials Say
In anticipation of the Iranian strikes, several countries, including the United States, issued new guidelines to their citizens about travel in Israel and the surrounding region.
U.S. Sends a Top General to Israel Amid Fears of Iranian Strikes
The visit of Gen. Michael E. Kurilla, the U.S. military commander in the Middle East, came as diplomats sought to avert a wider war.
Japan and US Seek to Strengthen Ties as Kishida Visits
Hovering over a state visit to Washington is the possibility of a swing in American foreign policy if Donald Trump returns to the White House.
U.S. Defense Secretary Denounces Israel’s Strike on Aid Workers in Gaza
A bristling phone call reflected a shift in Lloyd J. Austin III’s tone toward his Israeli counterpart as he stressed the need for better protection of aid workers.
New ‘Serial’ Podcast Explores Life at Guantánamo Bay
Season 4 of the “Serial” podcast, nearly a decade in the making, tells an insider history of the infamous American military prison.
As Space Threats Mount, U.S. Lags in Protecting GPS Services
Threats are mounting in space. GPS signals are vulnerable to attack. Their time-keeping is essential for stock trading, power transmission and more.
U.S. Military Enters a New Phase With Gaza Aid Operations
As the United States continues providing Israel with munitions, the Pentagon will deliver food and other assistance to Gazans by sea and air.
Biden Plan to Build Gaza Aid Port Could Deliver 2 Million Meals a Day
However, the planned pier and causeway will take at least a month and maybe two to complete, the Pentagon said.