Latest "U.S. Central Command" 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

11 days ago

U.S. forces shot down an Iranian-made drone flying over a base housing American troops in northeastern Syria, Feb. 14, 2023, according to U.S. Central Command.

US military downs Iranian-made drone in Syria

U.S. forces shot down an Iranian-made drone flying over a base housing American troops in northeastern Syria.

5 weeks ago

Chinese balloons spotted over Mideast posed no threat, three-star says

Air Forces Central boss Lt. Gen. Alexus Grynkewich said the balloons haven't encroached on "sensitive" U.S. sites in the Middle East.

By Rachel S. Cohen

6 weeks ago

Rockets hit US base in eastern Syria, no casualties reported

The U.S. military says two rockets struck a base housing American troops in eastern Syria without causing any casualties or material losses.

3 months ago

Air Force to end ‘22 with no public data on Middle East air operations

The decision limits the transparency of American troops’ continued involvement in Iraq and Syria.

By Rachel S. Cohen

3 months ago

US forces detain 6 Islamic State group militants in Syria

American forces have conducted three raids in eastern Syria and arrested six Islamic State groups militants.

3 months ago

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