US forces targeted in broadest Iraq attacks since start of Israel-Hamas war Armed drones attack two airbases and explosive device targets patrol in most widespread strikes in a single day The Guardian - UK · Nov 9, 2023
US hits alleged Iran-linked ‘weapons storage’ facility in Syria Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin says the move was in response to continued attacks on US forces in Syria and Iraq. Al Jazeera · Nov 9, 2023
The Observer view on the war in Ukraine: the west can’t afford to forget about it Volodymyr Zelenskiy is in dire need of support as his counteroffensive against Russia stalls and the risk of stalemate looms The Guardian - UK · Nov 4, 2023
Antony Blinken, Lloyd Austin to visit New Delhi next week for ‘2+2’ dialogue The meetings in New Delhi are also expected to cover China and the South Asian neighbourhood — where there have been a number of recent developments. The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 617 War moving into new attritional stage that will benefit Russia, says Ukraine commander-in-chief; Russia shells highest number of cities and settlements this year The Guardian - AU · Nov 2, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine reports most extensive Russian shelling of the year – as it happened More than 100 settlements hit in the past 24 hours, Kyiv says The Guardian - AU · Nov 1, 2023
Top Biden officials urge Congress to pass military aid for Israel and Ukraine In hearing interrupted by protesters, Antony Blinken and Lloyd Austin try to beat Republican attempts to kill $106bn package The Guardian - US · Nov 1, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 616 As the war enters its 616th day, these are the main developments. Al Jazeera · Nov 1, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 616 The UN says Russian strikes are inflicting ‘unimaginable suffering’; Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskiy warns against expecting success too quickly The Guardian - AU · Nov 1, 2023
Protesters call for Gaza ceasefire amid Blinken’s Senate testimony ‘Blinken, you have blood on your hands! Murderer!’ protester yells at secretary of state during senate hearing The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2023
Watch live: Antony Blinken and Lloyd Austin testify on Biden’s $106 billion funding request US secretary of state Antony Blinken and secretary of defence Lloyd Austin as set to testify before the Senate Appropriations Committee over Joe Biden’s $106 billion supplemental funding request. The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2023
Israeli army says it has hit 150 underground targets in Gaza About 100 jets involved in heavy bombardment as Palestinians report clashes in north-east and central strip The Guardian - UK · Oct 28, 2023
Besieged Gaza cut off from the world after heavy Israeli bombardment knocks out communications Israel has been striking targets in the Gaza Strip with stepped-up bombardment and artillery fire, knocking out communications and creating a near-blackout of information The Independent UK · Oct 28, 2023
The world is coming apart at the seams The initial rip in the fabric of civilization starts right now Salon · Oct 28, 2023
Zenger · Oct 27, 2023 Strike In Sinai Resort Town Traced To Iranian-Backed Houthi Rebels Israeli military official points to Iranian-backed Houthi rebels as the source of strike in Sinai resort town
The Guardian - UK · Oct 27, 2023 Why did the US launch airstrikes on Syria and what happens next? The war in Gaza risks developing into a wider conflict, but for now, the actions seem to be more about messaging between Washington and Tehran
The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2023 Are the US strikes on Syria linked to Israel’s war in Gaza? Syria is populated by a number of militias known to have strong ties to Iran
WEKU · Oct 27, 2023 U.S. fighter jets strike Iran-linked sites in Syria after attacks on U.S. troops The strikes on two locations linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps came in retaliation for drone and missile attacks against U.S. bases and personnel in the region that began early last week.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 27, 2023 First Thing: US launches airstrikes in Syria tied to Iran-backed fighters Airstrikes on two locations in eastern Syria signal a new willingness in Washington to engage directly in the Middle East crisis. Plus: the search continues for the Maine gunman
Radio France Internationale · Oct 27, 2023 US strikes Syria amid growing fears that Israel-Hamas war will spread Two US fighter jets have struck weapons and ammunition facilities in Syria in retaliation for attacks on US forces by Iranian-backed militia as concerns are growing that the Israel-Hamas conflict may spread in the Middle East.
The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2023 US launches strikes on Iranian-linked targets in Syria following attacks on American military bases Lloyd Austin insisted the strikes are not connected to the US’s stance on the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas
The Guardian - UK · Oct 27, 2023 US strikes Iran-linked sites in Syria amid fears Israel-Hamas war could escalate Defence secretary says strikes in response to attacks on US troops and warns others against triggering ‘broader regional conflict’
The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2023 The number of military suicides dipped in 2022 as the Pentagon works on new prevention programs U.S. officials say the number of suicides among members of the military and their families dipped slightly in 2022, compared with the previous year
The Independent UK · Oct 24, 2023 The US is sharing hard lessons from urban combat in Iraq and Syria as Israel prepares to invade Gaza The prospect of Israeli forces launching an assault into Gaza’s dense urban neighborhoods is bringing back searing memories of the deadly battles the U.S.-led coalition fought against the Islamic State group in Iraq and Syria
The Independent UK · Oct 23, 2023 40 years after Beirut's deadly Marines bombing, US troops again deploying east of the Mediterranean Forty years after the bombing that killed 241 U.S. troops in Beirut, the United States is again sending troops to the eastern Mediterranean as tension between Israel and Iran increases over the Israel-Hamas war