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China condemns USS Halsey’s passage through Taiwan Strait
The destroyer passed through the waterway between mainland China and Taiwan on Wednesday, less than two weeks before Taiwan's new president takes office.
U.S. jet shoots down Houthi missile that was heading for USS Laboon
An Iran-backed Houthi rebel missile also struck a U.S.-owned ship Monday in the Gulf of Aden, according to U.S. Central Command.
US, allies promise larger military response if Red Sea attacks persist
A coalition of 13 nations warned of increased military response if Houthi assaults on commercial ships continue.
USS Carney sailors awarded for battling Houthi attacks in Red Sea
The warship deployed in May.
Destroyer USS Mason shoots down drone, anti-ship missile in Red Sea
A U.S. Navy warship shot down a drone and a missile in the latest interception of an attempted attack in the Red Sea.
The George Washington returns to Japan in 2024, Reagan heads home
Yokosuka Naval Base previously hosted the George Washington from 2008 to 2015.
By Diana Stancy
Austin makes unannounced visit to aircraft carrier Gerald R. Ford
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin ordered the aircraft carrier Gerald R. Ford to sail closer to Israel the day after the Oct. 7 attacks by Hamas.
By Tara Copp, AP
US military leaders press Israel to shift from major combat
Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. CQ Brown will join Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin for meetings in Israel.
By Tara Copp, AP
USS Carney takes out drone swarm in the Red Sea
It's the latest incident involving a U.S. warship shooting down Iran-backed Houthi rebel attack drones in the region.
USS Mason takes down drone for at least the second time this month
The attack drone was headed toward the Mason and was shot down in self defense, but officials said they were not sure if the U.S. warship was the target.
By Diana Stancy