Russia said its Black Sea fleet is monitoring the actions of the US vessel

The US envoy for Afghanistan said Washington is helping Kabul replace departing US contractors

The State Department ordered staff whose 'functions can be performed elsewhere' to leave Kabul

Officials fault 'unprofessional' Iranian behavior

Zarif said he was left in the dark on IRGC operations and that the US knew about Iran's planned retaliation for Soleimani's assassination before he did

Britain's HMS Queen Elizabeth aircraft carrier will lead a strike group and visit India, Singapore, Japan, and South Korea

Biden has significantly escalated tensions with Moscow through hostile rhetoric, sanctions, and support for Ukraine

Other European countries expelled Russian diplomats in a show of support for the Czech Republic

Israel has carried out several covert attacks against Iran in recent weeks and continues to frequently bomb Syria

The US is sending more forces over fears that the Taliban might attack departing troops

US expenditures added up to an estimated $778 billion, accounting for 39% of the world's military spending

Says bases will be turned over to Afghan government

Yemen officials claim media aims to boost Houthi morale