Pentagon Chief Tries to Keep Asia in Focus with Second Trip
Barely four months into his tenure, Defense Secretary Mark Esper is making his second trek across the Pacific.
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Esper Wants European Allies to Send Troops to the Gulf to Counter Iran
Esper said he was looking for "serious and credible commitments" from allies to deter Iran.
Thousands More Troops Deploying to Saudi Arabia as Iran Threatens
"Do not mistake our restraint for weakness," Defense Secretary Mark Esper said.
US Troops Are Likely Headed to This Saudi Air Base
Troops and air defenses are headed to the region in the wake of attacks on Saudi oil production facilities.
US Troops Deploying to Saudi Arabia, UAE to Counter Iran
The U.S. will send hundreds of troops and air defense measures to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates to counter Iran.
Iran Vows to Lead Gulf Security, as US Sends More Troops
President Rouhani warned that the presence of foreign forces could cause problems for the world's "energy security."
Iran Warns Any Country that Attacks Will Be 'Main Battlefield'
Major General Hossein Salami said "We will never allow any war to encroach upon Iran's territory."
Air Force IDs Civilian Intelligence Analyst Who Died in Non-Combat Incident in Qatar
An Air Force civilian who died in a non-combat incident in Qatar was identified as a 32-year-old intelligence analyst.
Saudi Arabia Says Iran Missiles, Drones Attacked Oil Sites
Al-Malki made a point not to directly accuse Iran of firing the weapons or launching them from inside of Iranian territory.
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