U.S. Central Command said the drone "aggressively" approached the USS Abraham Lincoln as it was crossing through the Arabian Sea.

Two decades after American forces invaded Iraq, the circumstances are different but the failure is unmistakable.

Tensions have continued to rise between the two nations after the Iranian regime’s brutal crackdown on nationwide protests left thousands dead.

U.S. naval and air forces are moving toward the Middle East as tensions with Iran rise, highlighting deterrence efforts, escalation risks, and what the buildup means for servicemembers operating in the region.

US President Donald Trump renewed threats to strike Iran if it does not agree to negotiate a new nuclear deal, as US forces conduct a multi-day air exercise in the Middle East, bolstering Washington’s military presence in the region.

American forces shot down an Iranian drone Tuesday as it “aggressively” approached the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea and appeared to have “unclear intent,” according to U.S.

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates -- The Strait of Hormuz, the narrow mouth of the Persian Gulf, again has become a focus of tensions as Iran prepares to launch a military drill that could see fire into a lane crucial for global shipping.

President Trump has not authorized military action in Iran, but the U.S. has built up its presence in the region in recent days.

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) cautioned the Iranian regime against any “unsafe and unprofessional behavior” as the nation prepares to launch live fire drills in the Strait of Hormuz. “U.S. forces acknowledge Iran’s right to operate professionally in international airspace and waters,

US President Donald Trump vowed to use force if Tehran ignored his demands and announced an “armada” heading toward Iran. Iran has indicated it is willing to shut down or suspend its nuclear program to calm a spiraling crisis with the United States,