Briefing: US to deploy more troops and warships to Middle East, despite Trump claiming to 'wind down' operation
Strategic angle: Despite President Trump's statements on reducing military presence, the US is increasing its forces in the Middle East.
Briefing: Israel and Weapons of Mass Destruction
Strategic angle: An overview of Israel's stance and capabilities regarding weapons of mass destruction.
Briefing: Taiwan concerned by depletion of US missile stocks during Iran war
Strategic angle: Some weapons used in Gulf would be crucial in early phases of any conflict with China
Briefing: 'With Operation Epic Fury, the US turns pop culture into the language of Pentagon violence'
Strategic angle: An analysis of military communications and pop culture influences during the Trump administration.
Briefing: Trump considers ‘winding down’ US military operations against Iran
Strategic angle: President says US ‘very close’ to meeting military objectives, though Pentagon orders more troops to Middle East
Briefing: Trump EO keeps 'national focus' on Army-Navy
Strategic angle: President Donald Trump has issued an executive order barring the College Football Playoff and other postseason games from airing during the annual Army-Navy matchup in December.
Briefing: Trump: U.S. could end Iran military operations 'right now' but will continue so Iran can 'never rebuild'
Strategic angle: President Donald Trump's comments followed reports that the Pentagon is sending up to 2,500 more Marines to the Middle East from San Diego.
Briefing: Germany news: Merz campaigns, defense minister to Asia
Strategic angle: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is on the campaign trail in a state election, while Defense Minister Boris Pistorius departs for Asia.
Briefing: Teenage daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un drives tank at military drill
Strategic angle: Kim's daughter has been frequently seen accompanying her father at high-profile military events, raising speculation about her future role.
Venezuela interim president replaces top military commanders in sweeping reforms
Delcy Rodriguez implements major changes in military leadership following US intervention.
Briefing: Drone defense in the Iran war: What can Ukraine offer?
Strategic angle: As the Iran war continues apace, Ukraine's hard-won expertise in countering drone swarms is sparking interest around the world.
Israel Prime Minister: Iran has no capacity to enrich uranium, make ballistic missiles
Israel's Prime Minister asserts that Iran lacks the capability for uranium enrichment and ballistic missile production.
Briefing: Qatar PM after Gulf energy attacks: 'This war must be stopped immediately'
Strategic angle: Qatar’s prime minister demands an immediate end to the conflict following missile strikes on energy facilities, urging Iran to halt attacks amid rising gas prices.
Hegseth says potential $200 billion Iran war spending request could shift: 'Takes money to kill bad guys'
President Trump's National Economic Council director highlights the financial implications of ongoing military actions.
Briefing: Trump's mediators offer Hamas formal proposal to give up its weapons in Gaza
Strategic angle: NPR has learned that mediators have quietly given Hamas a proposal to hand over all its weapons to ensure Gaza's reconstruction.
Briefing: 'Not our war': Palestinians mourn first dead after Iran missile fire
Strategic angle: The blast struck without warning in the Palestinian town of Beit Awa, killing four women inside a beauty salon.
Briefing: REPLAY: Pentagon press conference on war in Middle East
Strategic angle: US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth discusses the ongoing US-Israeli conflict with no set end date.
Macron reveals 'Free France' as name of new aircraft carrier
The nuclear-powered vessel will be the largest warship in Europe, set to replace the Charles de Gaulle by 2038.
Iranian Missile Strike Near Tel Aviv Claims Lives of Elderly Couple
A tragic missile attack in Ramat Gan has resulted in the deaths of two individuals, raising tensions in the region.
Briefing: Exclusive: US weighs military reinforcements as Iran war enters possible new phase
Strategic angle: US considers military options as tensions escalate in the Iran conflict.