Defense News’ air warfare reporter, Stephen Losey, visited Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana to check out the aging B-52 bomber fleet. Ellsworth bombers that temporarily moved to Texas will return throughout the week. The U.S. has bolstered its combat units in CENTCOM as the Israel-Hamas war threatens to spark a larger conflict. The first American to receive a Medal of Honor for heroism during the Vietnam War died on Jan. 25 at 89 years old. "Several" Lancers have temporarily moved to Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, to maintain readiness. No timeline is in place for the talks or for any changes that will come from them. Some lawmakers argue Biden needs congressional authorization to strike Yemen's Houthis amid reports the White House is planning a months-long campaign. "I found a spot in the clouds [where] I could see the ground, and then we basically dove," Maj. Mark Ross said of the evacuation. The Pentagon said the "mature" plans for producing the Northrop Grumman-made bomber also contributed to its decision to move forward with production. Iraq's prime minister has said it's time for troops to go, but hasn't made any formal requests. Load More