Tensions rise after Trump’s threat, Iran’s satellite launch

Senior Pentagon officials give no indication that the president has directed a fundamental change in military policy on Iran and call the tweet 'an important warning.'

Congress acts to limit Trump on military action in Iran

The House gives final legislative approval to the measure, sending it to the president, who has vowed to veto it.

Sen. Collins, 3 other Republicans to vote with Democrats to rein in Trump’s war powers

They're seeking to limit the president’s action in Iran and to reassert Congress’ war powers authority.

Restraint, not revenge against Iran, will better serve the United States

How the lessons of George Washington apply to Iran.

A look at Soleimani’s Revolutionary Guard Corps

The elite forces have helped shape events in the Middle East for decades.

Where U.S. troops are in the Middle East, and could now be a target

The U.S. has tens of thousands of military personnel on bases, aboard ships and at other installations across the Middle East.

How Reaper drones really carry out airstrikes

The drone probably used to kill Iranian general Qassem Soleimani doesn't take away all risks and responsibilities from military personnel.

As Iran and US take a step back, Canada and Ukraine grieve

Standoff develops over Ukrainian jetliner crash as Iran rails against claims it shot plane down

Concerns that the investigation into the crash might be compromised, as Iran indicated it won't seek American assistance with decoding the 737-800's black boxes.

U.S. dismisses Iraqi request to work out a troop withdrawal plan

Iraq depends on Iran sanctions waivers from Washington to import Iranian gas to meet electricity demands, and the U.S. has consistently used this as leverage.