More US Warships Move to Middle East
The US concentrates firepower in the Middle East to deter attacks that could lead to all-out war with Israel., positioning about 18 warships including two aircraft carriers in the region as well as an Air Force F-22 Raptor squadron and a guided-missile submarine lurking nearby.
Air Force Orders 1-Day Safety Stand Down
In the wake of a series of troubling aircraft mishaps and crashes ― several of which have been fatal ― Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Dave Goldfein has ordered a one-day safety stand down for all flying and maintenance wings when the service conducts safety reviews.
DoD Assigned Role in Gun Control Initiatives
DoD will play a role in President Obama’s gun control initiatives, to research and adopt improved firearms safety and technology.
