Taliban denies claims of large losses inflicted in strikes

The US also launched a massive military exercise in the Indo-Pacific

Security forces say Taliban pushed to nearby villages

China wants clarification from Germany over its planned naval deployment to the South China Sea

The deal is for $750 million worth of howitzers and related equipment

Attacks took place west of contested city of Maarib

US suspects 'Iranian personnel' were involved, Tehran denies the charge

Gantz declares it is time for 'military deeds' against Iran

The Israelis named Iranian commanders they claim were responsible for an attack on an Israeli-linked ship, but Iran denies responsibility

The US justifies its presence in Iraq and Syria by inflating the threat of ISIS, but the group holds no significant territory

The Biden administration supports repealing the AUMFs because it would not impact current military operations

Harris will be the first VP to visit Vietnam

The ships will also participate in drills with the US, Japan, and Australia in the western Pacific

UK sources say they suspect a ship was hijacked by Iran, but Tehran denies the claim

Focus is on mineral exports, fuel imports