A shortage of Navy destroyers, crucial for defense against Iranian ballistic missile threats, is causing a significant strategic shift for U.S. European Command. Officials revealed that the commander is opting to prioritize defending the U.S. homeland due to this limitation. On August 1, 2026, General Alexus Grynkewich, who had previously addressed the media at the...
The White House hinted at the prospect of President Donald Trump considering further strikes on Iran. The focus is on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and complying with terms of a previously forged truce, which quickly unraveled. Despite no U.S. strikes on Iran overnight, Iran’s Revolutionary Guard claimed to have struck two tankers in the...
Spain is urgently deploying military personnel and supplies to Ceuta, a territory in North Africa, as a result of a massive influx of migrants. Tens of thousands have crossed the border from Morocco into this small city, leading to increased tensions and requiring immediate action from Spanish authorities. Geoff Bennett, co-anchor and co-managing editor of...
Recent violence erupted in the West Bank over the weekend, with Palestinians alleging that Israeli settlers torched two mosques. These events occurred in the context of deadly clashes in the region. The United Nations has expressed concern, accusing Israeli settlers of intensifying their attacks and expanding their presence in the West Bank. This area holds...
Palestinians in Gaza City are facing the arduous task of salvaging belongings after an airstrike on July 30, 2026. Amid this turmoil, a significant announcement emerged from Washington. President Donald Trump reported a deal that involves disarming Hamas and facilitating Israel’s withdrawal from Gaza. However, numerous challenges, conditions, and extended timelines complicate the cessation of...
Strikes between the U.S. and Iran increased significantly on Thursday, raising concerns that the conflict could extend throughout the region. Suspected military actions have broadened for the first time in five months, reaching Egypt with a drone strike, signaling a new phase in the war. William Brangham reports on these developments, noting the uptick in...
On Thursday, the conflict between the U.S. and Iran saw heightened strikes and counterstrikes. This escalation has raised concerns about the possibility of the conflict spreading throughout the region. A significant development occurred as suspected military actions extended into Egypt. A drone strike there represents the opening of a new front in this prolonged conflict....
The United States has facilitated a potential agreement between Hamas and Israel. The proposed arrangement involves Hamas disarming in Gaza in return for Israel’s future withdrawal from the region, according to U.S. officials. This development could mark a significant step toward resolving almost three years of ongoing conflict in the area. Details of the agreement...
President Donald Trump announced that the newly established Board of Peace has successfully negotiated a “historic agreement” for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in the Gaza Strip. This announcement marks a significant achievement for the Board of Peace, presenting the deal as a transformative step toward regional stability and an important...
A new series of military strikes has intensified the conflict between Iran and the United States. These events have drawn in forces from Saudi Arabia and Jordan, raising questions about a possible escalation in the region. Concerns also arise over a potential shortage of missiles in the U.S. arsenal, prompting discussions on whether the situation...