US military
Coverage of US military in the Nexus archive.
- Trump threatens Iran by vowing to take over country’s oil-rich Kharg Island
President Trump threatened Iran via Truth Social, vowing the US military would target and take control of Kharg Island and other oil infrastructure. The threat was made on June 11, with a focus on Iran's oil-rich areas.
- An AH-64 Apache attack helicopter went down near Iran. Take a closer look at its weapons and capabilities.
An AH-64 Apache attack helicopter was downed near the Strait of Hormuz by an Iranian drone during the US war with Iran. The helicopter, equipped with Hellfire missiles, Hydra 70 rockets, and a 30 mm chain gun, had two crew members rescued via a new Saronic Corsair naval drone. US forces retaliated with strikes against Iran.
- US attack kills three Indian sailors in Gulf of Oman
The US military struck a Palau-flagged tanker in the Gulf of Oman, killing three Indian sailors. India summoned the deputy head of the US mission in Delhi after the third such attack this week. The US accused the vessel of violating its Iran port blockade.
- US military launches fresh round of Iran strikes
The U.S. military launched strikes against multiple targets in Iran following a warning from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The U.S. Central Command (Centcom) initiated the attacks at 5:15 p.m. ET under President Trump’s direction.
- US military says carrying out strikes against Iran
US military forces launched strikes against multiple targets in Iran at 5:15 pm GMT, as stated by US Central Command. The action was described as a response to Iran’s 'unwarranted and continued aggression.' Iran's state broadcaster IRIB reported an explosion in the southern port city of Bandar Abbas.
- The Latest: US military says it fired on a tanker trying to transport oil from Iran
The U.S. military fired on a tanker transporting oil from Iran, citing a blockage on Iranian ports, and President Trump announced a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement. Trump also claimed the military executed a secret mission to support oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, while Hegseth warned Cuba against purchasing weapons that could threaten U.S. interests.
- Top takeaways from primary elections in Maine and South Carolina and more top headlines
The article highlights primary election outcomes in Maine and South Carolina, a US military strike on Iran, and Trump securing ICE funding through a $70B package. Additional topics include a family confronting Karmelo Anthony and various other headlines.
- Iran targets American bases in Jordan and the Gulf after fresh US strikes near Hormuz
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards claimed attacks on a US base in Jordan and 21 Gulf targets, including Kuwait and Bahrain, in retaliation for US strikes near the Strait of Hormuz. The US military targeted Iranian air defense and surveillance sites after President Donald Trump stated an Apache helicopter was downed. Jordan’s military reported intercepting five Iranian missiles with no damage.
- US Says Completed Iran Strikes After Helicopter Attack
The US military conducted precision strikes on Iranian air defense and radar sites, citing a proportional response to recent attacks on American forces and shipping. The report is attributed to Bloomberg's Abeer Abu Omar.
- US, Iran exchange airstrikes after Trump accuses Tehran of downing army helicopter
The US military conducted airstrikes on Iran following a US Army helicopter crash near the Strait of Hormuz, which President Trump attributed to Iran. Iran denied responsibility and promised retaliation, while the US described the strikes as a 'proportional response.'
- US military launches ‘self-defence strikes’ targeting Iran
The US military launched 'self-defence strikes' against Iran, according to US Central Command (CENTCOM). The strikes were initiated by forces under CENTCOM.
- US strikes Iran over downed helicopter
The US military conducted strikes against Tehran after Iran shot down a US Army helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz. Two American aviators were rescued by a drone boat, marking a first for the US. The retaliation risks escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran, with a ceasefire already strained by prior Iran-Israel strikes.
- US strikes Iran in response to helicopter shootdown
The US military conducted 'self-defense' attacks on Iran following the downing of an Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz. The incident occurred in the Strait of Hormuz, a strategically significant waterway.
- US military launches new strikes on Iran after Apache downing
The US military launched new strikes on Iran following the downing of an Apache. The strikes are a direct response to the Apache incident.
- US military says it’s launching strikes against Iran after Trump vowed response to downing of American helicopter
The US military is launching strikes against Iran following President Trump's vow to respond to the downing of an American helicopter. The action comes after Iran's reported involvement in the incident.
- US military strikes Iran after downing of helicopter: ‘A proportional response’
The US military conducted airstrikes on Iran following the downing of a helicopter, with CENTCOM describing the action as a 'self-defense' measure. The IDF intercepted a Hezbollah rocket fired at troops in south Lebanon, and Trump questioned Netanyahu's potential reelection bid.
- Trump vows response after Iran shoots down US helicopter
President Donald Trump vowed to respond after accusing Iran of shooting down a US military helicopter the previous night. The incident occurred hours after Trump stated negotiations to end the Middle East war were in their final stages.
- Trump says Iran shot down Apache helicopter, US must react
US President Donald Trump claimed Iran shot down a US Apache helicopter patrolling the Strait of Hormuz. He stated the two pilots were safe but provided no further details.
- US helicopter crew rescued after aircraft goes down near Strait of Hormuz
A US military helicopter crew was rescued after an Apache attack helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz. The cause of the incident remains under investigation, with tensions in the region persisting despite a recent pause in hostilities between the United States and Iran.
- US military helped Israel intercept Iran's missiles: What to know
The US military assisted Israel in intercepting Iranian missiles. Iranian missile attacks on Israel followed Israeli warplane strikes near Beirut, despite the White House publicly opposing such Israeli actions.
- Middle East live: US downs two Iranian drones targeting Hormuz shipping traffic
The US military downed two Iranian attack drones targeting Strait of Hormuz shipping traffic, marking the latest clash between opposing forces in the Middle East. The incident occurred late Saturday, disrupting potential threats to regional maritime routes.
- US and Iran exchange strikes in Gulf in latest test of ceasefire
The US military struck Iranian drones and radar sites in the Gulf, while Iran claimed it targeted US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain. The exchange marks a new test of an ongoing ceasefire between the two nations.
- US again shoots down Iranian drones and missiles launched toward Strait of Hormuz, Tehran’s neighbors
The US military intercepted Iranian missiles and drones launched toward the Strait of Hormuz overnight, according to Central Command. The action occurred as part of ongoing tensions in the region.
- US says Iranian radar sites hit in Goruk and Qeshm Island
The US military released footage claiming to show strikes on Iranian radar sites in Goruk and Qeshm Island. The footage is presented as evidence of military action against these locations.
- US and Iran exchange strikes in Gulf in latest test of ceasefire
The US military struck Iranian drones and radar sites in the Gulf, while Iran targeted US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain. The exchange marks a new test of an ongoing ceasefire between the two nations.
- Middle East live: US military says Iran launched seven ballistic missiles at Kuwait, Bahrain
US military officials reported that Iran launched seven ballistic missiles toward Kuwait and Bahrain, with six intercepted by US forces and one failing to reach its target. Iran's Revolutionary Guards claimed they struck 'enemy bases' in the Gulf.
- An autopsy of American empire
The US-Iran conflict continues without resolution, highlighting the limits of US global power. President Trump's inconsistent approach, oscillating between threats and peace offers, underscores the diminishing effectiveness of US military influence.
- US military hits Iranian radar sites after drones launched toward Strait of Hormuz
The US military struck Iranian radar sites following drone launches toward the Strait of Hormuz. Trump stated Tehran retains 21%-22% of its missiles, with no deal reached due to Iranian pride. The IDF reported downing a Hezbollah drone, with two others falling in south Lebanon near military operations.
- US says Iran radar sites struck and drones intercepted, in latest threat to fragile ceasefire
The US military intercepted four Iranian drones near the Strait of Hormuz and struck coastal surveillance radar sites in response to Iranian actions. The attacks threaten a fragile ceasefire and have disrupted energy prices due to the strategic importance of the strait for global oil and gas shipments.
- US shoots down Iranian drones launched toward Strait of Hormuz after Trump said ‘we’re straightening out a little unfinished business’
The US military shot down four Iranian drones near the Strait of Hormuz, as President Trump referenced 'unfinished business' during a speech in Wisconsin.
- US strike on alleged drug boat kills two people in eastern Pacific Ocean
The US military attacked a boat accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two people. The strike raises the death toll to at least 207 since the Trump administration began targeting individuals labeled 'narcoterrorists' in early September.
- US military says it intercepted Iranian missile and drone attacks in Gulf
The US military intercepted Iranian missile and drone attacks in the Gulf. The operation involved defensive actions against incoming threats.
- US military says it has ‘defeated’ Iran missile, drone attacks in Gulf
The US military reported defeating Iranian missile and drone attacks in the Gulf, including striking a military facility on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz. CENTCOM disputed Iranian claims of hitting US bases in Bahrain, asserting all attacks failed despite a US-Iran ceasefire effective since April 8.
- US says it attacked Iran’s Qeshm Island; Tehran targets Kuwait, Bahrain
The US military claims it conducted 'self-defence' strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island. Iran has targeted Kuwait and Bahrain in response.
- Middle East war live: US military says it intercepted Iranian missile and drone attacks
The US military intercepted Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting Kuwait and Bahrain. It also conducted self-defence strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island, according to US Central Command.
- US says it fired missile at Iran-bound oil tanker
The US military fired a missile at an Iran-bound oil tanker, hitting its engine room after the crew ignored repeated warnings.
- How long will it take to replenish the US military’s munitions stockpiles?
The article examines the time required to replenish US military munitions stockpiles after thousands were used against Iran. It focuses on the logistical challenges and timeline for restocking these munitions.
- Tuesday briefing: Palantir’s rise – and why so many oppose its role in the British state
Palantir, a $375bn US data analytics company, provides AI-driven software to sectors like health and military, including the NHS and US military, but faces controversies and criticism over its influence, particularly in the UK. The article highlights debates about its growing power and role in the British state.
- US Defense Department bars journalists from its press office
The US Defense Department has barred journalists from its press office. Media freedom advocates have condemned the move as an effort to limit independent reporting on the US military.
- US military takes down drug smugglers transporting 391 lbs. of cocaine
US military intercepted a 25-foot Yola-type vessel carrying 391 lbs. of cocaine and three individuals northwest of Puerto Rico. Air and Marine Operations teams tracked the vessel overnight before deploying interceptors and a helicopter crew on May 14th.