US Troops Returning to Saudi Arabia Amid Threats from Iran
The Saudi air base became a hub of American air power in the Middle East in the 1990s but was abandoned by Washington in 2003...
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Veterans Wanted to Work at Military Exchanges Downrange
AAFES officials say veterans make great employees in operational theaters.
F-22s Deploy to Qatar for the First Time Amid Iran Tensions
The U.S. Air Force has deployed F-22s to the Middle East for increased presence amid ongoing tensions with Iran.
Navy Vice Admiral, Former Head of 5th Fleet, Died by Suicide in Bahrain
Vice Adm. Scott Stearney was found dead in his home Dec. 1, 2018.
US Aircraft Carrier Deployed over Iran Remains Outside Gulf
The White House in May deployed the Lincoln and B-52 bombers to the Persian Gulf.
B-52, Aircraft Carrier in Mideast over Iran Conduct Exercise
The Air Force says the aircraft "simulated strike operations" in the exercise, which took place on Saturday.
Dunford Sheds Light on Threats That Prompted Deployment of Troops to Middle East
Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Joseph Dunford said the U.S. faces a new and varied threat from Iran.
Sources: Pentagon Proposing Troop Buildup in the Mideast
The Pentagon on will present plans to the White House to send up to 10,000 more troops to the Middle East, officials said.
Trump Warns Iran Not to Threaten US or It Will Face 'End'
Trump's tweet comes after he seemingly sought to soften his tone on Iran following days of heightened tension.
US Allies Look to Stay Out of Possible War with Iran
The U.S. would likely go it alone without allied support in a conflict with Iran.
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