Agnes Helou
Agnes Helou was a Middle East correspondent for Defense News. Her interests include missile defense, cybersecurity, the interoperability of weapons systems and strategic issues in the Middle East and Gulf region.
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Russia and US engage in 'military base race' in Syria
Both countries are jockeying to expand presence and influence in Syria, with a watchful eye on asymmetric threats from the Islamic State.
Air Force Academy alumni board to vote on honoring Charlie Kirk
A board of U.S. Air Force Academy graduates is to vote Friday on whether to award honorary membership in the academy’s alumni association to Charlie Kirk.
Trump threatens US military force in Gaza amid fragile ceasefire
President Donald Trump has threatened to use U.S. military force inside Gaza amid a fragile ceasefire between Hamas and Israel.
Troops and families: How has the shutdown affected you?
Military Times wants to hear about your experience during the federal government shutdown.
Trump says he’ll meet with Putin in Hungary
President Donald Trump is redoubling his efforts to end the war in Ukraine, announcing a second meeting with Russia’s Vladimir Putin.
Troops, families use credit card relief at commissaries amid shutdown
In the days since a 90-day, interest-free offer for Military Star card holders at commissaries was announced, use of the cards jumped about 14%.
Top Air Force enlisted leader to retire following wife’s death
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi announced his retirement in an Oct. 13 email to the force, referring to the sudden death of his wife.
Buffalo chicken, Thai and Cuban food coming to the MRE lineup in 2026
Three current, low-rated meal options are going away next year.
DOD decides against privatizing service members’ household goods moves
Instead of privatizing the process for moving troops' household goods, Hegseth directed defense officials Wednesday to improve the DOD's legacy program.
Air Force: Qatar air force facility in Idaho ‘in the works for years’
The defense secretary's announcement that the U.S. will allow Qatar to build an air force facility in Idaho mirrors other ally accommodations.
