Air strikes
U.S. Says Somali 'Bomb-maker' Killed in Controversial Drone-Strike Program
The individual killed in the Thursday drone strike was allegedly attempting to plant explosive devices alongside a Somali road.
Which Countries Spend the Most on Defense Per Person?
For once the U.S. doesn't top this list—and China doesn't even make the top 50.
ISIS Killing Children as They Try and Flee Mosul
The Islamic State militant group still retains control of the west of the city, where 200,000 people are trapped.
U.S. Strikes Pro-Assad Militia Threatening Garrison
"We are not increasing our role in the Syrian civil war. But we will defend our troops," said U.S. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis
Obama-era lawyers Sue Trump Over Syria Strikes
A watchdog is questioning the White House's legal basis for the attack despite bipartisan support.
Boris Johnson: U.K. Inaction in Syria Left Putin Space
The British foreign secretary said the 2013 vote against intervention had limited the U.K.'s ability to influence events in Syria.
Aleppo Siege Continues With Alleged Gas Attacks
At least 6,000 people have died in the past 80 days, as rebels battle regime forces.
Syrian Civilians Killed by Suspected U.S. Airstrikes
The dead included 11 children, and dozens more people were wounded.
French Special Forces Operating With Rebels in Syria
Paris is providing weapons, air support and advice to French troops in the campaign to capture Manbij.
Belgium Joins Fight Against ISIS in Syria
Decision follows March 22 attacks on Brussels that were claimed by the extremist group.
Australia's Top ISIS Recruiter Killed in Iraq Strike
Neil Prakash was Australia's highest value target fighting for the radical Islamist group.
Deadly Attack on Afghan Hospital Caused by Human Error
42 people were killed and 37 were wounded during the strike on October 3 that destroyed the hospital run by Doctors Without Borders.
Air Strike on al Qaeda Training Camp in Yemen Kills 50
The U.S. regards AQAP training camp as one of the deadliest branches of the network founded by Osama bin Laden.
Dutch To Join Airstrikes Against ISIS In Syria
The country joins France and the U.K. among European nations bombing targets in Syria.
U.S. Airstrikes Kill IS Leaders Linked to Paris Attacks
A U.S.-led coalition has killed 10 Islamic State leaders in the past month.
Yemen: U.N. Blames Saudis for Most Attacks on Civilians
The mounting civilian death toll and dire humanitarian situation has alarmed human rights groups.
Western Powers Increase Pressure on Saudi Arabia Over War in Yemen
The United States will shine a global spotlight on the conflict on December 22 at the United Nations.
Three Bridegrooms Among 25 Killed in Yemen Rocket Strike
The three brothers were waiting for their brides' party to arrive when a missile hit their house.
The Kunduz Hospital Attack: Badly Handled and Deeply Troubling
The greatest tragedy caused by U.S. forces in several years has elicited strong criticism.
Kerry: Turkey Within Rights to Shoot Down Trespassing Russian Warplanes
Turkey said that a Russian jet had violated its airspace for the second time.
Turkey Accuses Russian Plane of Violating Its Airspace
Turkey has "strongly protested" the violation, according to a statement.
Who's Bombing Who in Syria?
Russia began airstrikes in Syria on Wednesday. Who else is bombing the country?
France: 'Curious' Russian Strikes in Syria Not Against Islamic State
The strikes seemed to have been carried out near Homs, an area crucial to Assad's control of western Syria.
Russia Launches Air Strikes in Syria
Targets in the Homs area appeared to have been struck, but not areas held by Islamic State, the U.S. official said.
Saudi-Led Coalition in Yemen Kills 20 in Strikes on Sanaa Houses
Medics and locals officials have confirmed two houses were struck by bombs, killing mostly civilians.
Fighting, Air Strikes Kill at Least 45 in Yemen Despite Truce
A week-long pause in the fighting was meant to have started on Saturday.
Is ISIS Winning?
While Washington wrings its hands, the Islamic State is making gains and it's Iran that's fighting back.
Pentagon: Two Children Likely Killed by U.S. Air Strike in Syria
This is the first time the Pentagon has acknowledged civilian casualties since it began an air campaign against Islamic State militants in Syria and Iraq.
Al Qaeda Says U.S. Strike Kills Man Who Claimed Paris Killings
Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula said on Thursday a U.S. air strike had killed the senior figure who issued the group's claim of responsibility for the Charlie Hebdo attack in Paris.