US strengthens its military presence in Middle East – what we know so far
BFBS Forces News has put together a rundown of US military assets being sent to the Middle East as tensions escalate.
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Weapons and Kit B-2 stealth bomber shows low-cost munition can be used to destroy ships
The US Air Force B-2 Spirit used a Quicksink precision-guided bomb to disable a surface vessel during a demonstration in the Gulf of Mexico.
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Ukraine Himars, Stingers and Javelins among latest $125m US aid package for Ukraine
The announcement marks the Biden administration's 63rd tranche of equipment sent to Ukraine since 2021.
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RAF Mission accomplished: RAF Lossiemouth celebrates completion of £350m upgrade
The upgrade included resurfacing the runway, new accommodation, facilities for the US Navy and much more
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USA Who is Tim Walz? The military veteran taking on Trump alongside Harris
Tim Walz served in the US Army National Guard for 24 years, making him the longest-serving veteran to be a vice presidential nominee.
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Army Jackals and Abrams tanks team up to show off their firepower on Nato's eastern flank
Four Jackals, operated by 1st The Queen's Dragoon Guards, took part in the exercise in Poland.
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Army British Army and US snipers train alongside Special Forces in California desert
Personnel from the First Fusilier Snipers have been working alongside the 3rd Infantry Division Raider Brigade in the US.
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USA Several US personnel injured in rocket attack on Al Asad airbase in Iraq
US officials said one of the wounded Americans was seriously injured and the casualty count could still rise.
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Feature Why US Marine Corps mascot is a British bulldog and how it built bond with Royal Marines
How did a breed of dog so intertwined with British culture become a US mascot?
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Navy Royal Navy leads way for Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo event at Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle will host hundreds of performers from across the world up until 24 August for this year's Military Tattoo.
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Feature Debunking the legend behind 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment's Blackhorse nickname
Some believe the nickname's origin stems from a devastating fire whereas others believe another story is behind it.
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USA USAF B-52s intercepted by Russian fighters while flying towards Romanian base
Two US Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bombers encountered the Russian aircraft during a mission over the Barents Sea.
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USA US Department of Defense announces closure of Gaza humanitarian aid pier
The US Department of Defense announced the pier has 'concluded its operations'.
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USA Shooting some hoops: 1,000 basketballs dropped from 1,000 feet from C-17
YouTubers Dude Perfect teamed up with the US Air Force to release two rounds of 500 basketballs from the back of the Globemaster cargo plane ...
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USA US Navy scores first air-to-air kill with electronic attack Growler as it zaps Houthi target
The US Navy EA-18G Growler, a variant of the two-seat Super Hornet, was defending commercial shipping against Houthi attacks in the Red Sea.
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USA Who is JD Vance? Trump's running mate and fierce critic of US support for Ukraine
Ohio Senator JD Vance has been a vocal critic of American aid to Ukraine and has called on President Zelensky to negotiate with the Kremlin.