Latest "Southwest Asia" stories

Air Force may shrink Middle East presence, proposed budget cut shows

Cutting spending on the Air Force’s enduring wars reflects a shift “toward the pacing challenge" of China," Kristyn Jones said.

By Rachel S. Cohen

13 days ago

Col. John Schutte, 19th Airlift Wing commander, presents the Distinguished Flying Cross to Maj. Christopher Richardson, 61st Airlift Squadron pilot, at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark., May 10, 2021. (Senior Airman Aaron Irvin/Air Force photo)

C-130J crew honored after loadmaster wounded during attack in Afghanistan

Airmen from the 61st Airlift Squadron at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, were flying a mission in support of a quick-reaction force when their Super Hercules came under small-arms fire.

By Rachel S. Cohen

23 months ago

Lakenheath F-15s deploy to AFCENT

USAFE announced the Bolars' deployment in an early-morning tweet.

By Stephen Losey

3 years ago

Coalition service member dies in noncombat incident, officials say

The incident is under investigation and the service member's name has not yet been released.

By Staff Report

5 years ago

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