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Trump asks ‘about 7′ countries for help to open the Strait of Hormuz
The president said he demanded about seven countries send warships to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, but his appeals have brought no commitments.
By Sam Metz, Will Weissert, Julia Frankel and Cara Anna, AP
US and Ecuador launch military operation against organized crime groups
Military forces from Ecuador and the United States have begun joint military operations against organized crime groups in the South American country.
By AP Staff
US to send more missile launchers to the Philippines despite China’s alarm
The addition of missile launchers comes as treaty allies condemned what they called China’s “illegal, coercive, aggressive, and deceptive activities.”
Army orders soldiers to stand by for possible Minneapolis deployment
The order comes amid protests over the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement crackdown.
Trump faces sharper questions over possible military action on Iran
The White House insists military options remain “on the table” regarding Iran, with the Islamic Republic convulsed by nationwide protests.
By Tanya Noury