The New York Times reports that Iran has readied missiles for potential strikes on US bases should America join Israel's conflict.

Combat missions against Iran are the most challenging that an F-35 has flown, showcasing the jet's capabilities, an airpower expert said.

The USS Nimitz strike group is deploying to the Middle East amid ongoing strikes between Israel and Iran that threaten to develop into a broader conflict, a U.S. defense official confirmed Monday.

The conflict between Israel and Iran offers both opportunities and risks for the United States, which has long sought an end to Iran's nuclear program.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said Tuesday they killed Iran’s senior military commander in ongoing strikes against the nation to destroy its progress toward nuclear developments.  “For the

Oil prices, meanwhile, ticked slightly lower on Monday, easing a surge in prices set off late last week as investors feared a wider regional war in the oil-rich Middle East. The U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures price -- a key measure of U.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the U.S. is 'postured defensively' as more warplanes and a massive aircraft carrier moved to the region.