ReutersAndrew Macaskill, Costas Pitas

Trump: U.S. 'does not need' British carriers as UK weighs sending two to Middle East, criticises Keir Starmer

President Donald Trump said the U.S. "does not need" British aircraft carriers as Britain weighs sending two ships to the Middle East amid the U.S.–Israel conflict with Iran. He also publicly rebuked Prime Minister Keir Starmer, mocking London’s proposed involvement.

2026-03-07T15:13:03.129025-08:00
Associated Press

Trump grieves with families during return of soldiers killed in war in the Middle East

By Associated Press: President Donald Trump joined grieving families at Dover Air Force Base for the dignified transfer of six U.S. Army Reserve soldiers killed in Kuwait.

2026-03-07T05:21:16.439170-08:00
Vertical Mag

Fatal Incident at Kadena Air Base Underscores Helicopter Rotor-Wash Hazard

By Vertical Mag: | To ensure delivery of future emails, add [email protected] to your contacts. | |---| | | ![]() | Latest Issue Read Now | ![]() | | | ![]() | | Fatal incident in Japan underscores hazard of helicopter rotor wash A tragedy at Kadena Air Base last year starkly illustrates the risks posed by helicopter rotor wash, an underappreciated hazard that is starting to receive more attention.

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2026-03-06T17:02:50.675077-08:00
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Turkey Weighs Deployment of F-16s to Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, TRT Haber Reports

By politico.eu: Ankara is considering the deployment of fighter jets in order to ensure the security of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, broadcaster TRT Haber reported.

2026-03-07T07:37:58.044813-08:00
Stars and StripesGary Warner

US Air Force Conducts Minuteman III ICBM Test Flight to Assess Accuracy and Reliability

By Stars and Stripes: The Air Force said the long-range flight allows engineers and weapons systems analysts to collect data on the missile’s accuracy and reliability.

2026-03-05T14:12:11.230714-08:00