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Iran February 22

Iran announces test of new naval air defense missile in Strait of Hormuz as US military buildup continues

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy launched the Sayyad 3-G naval air defense missile during exercises in the Strait of Hormuz as U.S. naval forces build up in the Gulf.

Iran February 20

Iran possibly repositions strike drones amid Russia drills in Strait, expert says

Defense expert Cameron Chell called Iran's military moves a "calculated escalation" as U.S. MQ-9 Reaper drones with strike capabilities were reportedly spotted in the region.

Conflicts Defense February 20

What America’s most powerful warship brings to the Middle East as Iran tensions surge

The Pentagon is deploying USS Gerald R. Ford to Middle East, creating a rare dual-carrier presence as Iran tensions rise and military options expand.

US Navy February 18

World's largest aircraft carrier heads to Middle East as Iran nuclear tensions spike dramatically

USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group heads to Middle East as U.S.-Iran tensions escalate, joining USS Abraham Lincoln already deployed in region.

Iran February 16

Iran launches war drills in Hormuz Strait as US carrier is flying missions 24/7 before Geneva talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Geneva for nuclear talks as Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps conducted military exercises Monday.

US Navy February 16

China’s grip on global shipbuilding sparks Trump maritime action plan aimed at reviving US industry

Trump administration unveils plan to reclaim U.S. maritime dominance as China controls global ship production and 99% of trade moves on foreign ships.

Middle East February 5

Iran seizes oil tankers, threatens 'massacre' in Strait of Hormuz, hours before US talks

Iran seized two oil tankers Thursday while former Iranian Minister Ezzatollah Zarghami threatened to make the Strait of Hormuz a "massacre and hell" for U.S. forces.

Donald Trump February 5

Trump signals willingness to defend Diego Garcia military base if future deal threatens US access

President Donald Trump signaled a willingness to move past tensions with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer over a controversial U.K.-Mauritius deal involving Diego Garcia.

Iran February 4

US positions aircraft carriers, strike platforms across Middle East as Iran talks shift to Oman

U.S. military buildup escalates across Middle East as nuclear talks with Iran move to Oman

Opinion February 3

The Donroe Doctrine: Trump is rewriting power politics to put America First

Trump's 2026 National Defense Strategy identifies China as the pacing threat while demanding NATO allies increase defense spending to counter adversaries.

U.S. Defense & Military Politics January 28

Gulf shipping operations grind to halt near Iran; US quietly prepares for possible strike: 'Heightened risk'

Maritime intelligence warns of heightened risks for U.S.-flagged vessels in the Persian Gulf as Iran threatens an "immediate, all-out" response to any American military action.