Pentagon Watchdog Sharply Critical Of Afghan Air Force Reform Efforts

The Pentagon’s inspector-general has released a report sharply criticizing NATO-led, U.S. supported attempts to reform Afghanistan’s air force, citing gaps in training, support, and a lack of a coherent overarching strategy that has left coalition advisers insufficiently prepared.

Tillerson Says Plans To Stay In Top U.S. Diplomatic Post Through 2018

U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson says he plans to stay in his post through 2018 despite speculation he might leave soon due to strained relations with President Donald Trump.

Pakistan Says Suspension Of U.S. Security Aid 'Counterproductive'

Pakistan has responded harshly to a U.S. decision to suspend at least $900 million in security assistance, saying Washington's "arbitrary deadlines, unilateral pronouncements, and shifting goalposts are counterproductive" to addressing the threat of terrorism.

At Least 11 Killed, 25 Wounded In Kabul Suicide Blast

The Afghan Health Ministry says  at least 11 people were killed and 25 injured when a suicide bomber blew himself up in Kabul as security personnel were conducting an operation at the scene before the attack.

Russia Says Two Soldiers Killed In Mortar Attack In Syria

The Russian Defense Ministry says two of its soldiers were killed in a mortar attack by antigovernment forces in Syria on New Year's Eve.

Russian Military Helicopter Crashes In Syria, Killing Both Pilots

Russia's Defense Ministry says that a Russian military helicopter has crashed in Syria, killing both pilots aboard.

U.S. Soldier, Afghan Police Chief Killed In Fighting; 26 IS Fighters Killed By Air Strikes

The U.S. military has announced that a U.S. soldier was killed and four others were wounded during "combat engagement" in eastern Afghanistan.

White House To Announce 'Specific Actions' Against Pakistan Within Two Days

The White House has said that it wants to see Pakistan do more to fight terrorism and that Washington will likely announce "specific actions" within the next two days to pressure Islamabad.

Pakistan Summons U.S. Ambassador After Trump Accuses Islamabad Of 'Lies And Deceit'

Pakistan has summoned the U.S. ambassador after President Donald Trump threatened to cut off billions of dollars in aid and accused Islamabad of being a safe haven for extremists.

Trump Accuses Pakistan Of 'Lies And Deceit,' Threatens To Pull Billions In Aid

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to cut off billions of dollars in aid to Pakistan, accusing Islamabad of being a safe haven for extremists.

Jordan Royal Palace Denies Rumors About Dismissal Of Princes