James Mattis

Senior Trump official describes resistance inside administration: NY Times

"Many of the senior officials in [Trump's] administration are working diligently from within to frustrate parts of his agenda and his worst inclinations. I would know. I am one of them," says the writer. Trump responded with one word, "TREASON?"

Mattis to visit China amid Korea talks and strategic tensions

US Secretary of Defense James Mattis says he wants to "take measure" of China's strategic ambitions as he will make his first visit to China amid rising tensions.

Trump puts off Syria strike decision, will talk to allies

Worries about a confrontation between Russia, Syria's big ally, and the West have been running high since Trump said that missiles "will be coming" in response to the suspected chemical attack in the Syrian town of Douma on April 7.

Can the problems between the US and Turkey really be solved in Washington?

Turkey and the US decided to set up commissions to work on the disputes they have, and the first meeting is on Thursday. Both US and Turkish officials told us what will be on the agenda, what they expect from the talks and the challenges they have.

US carrier arrives in Vietnam for first time since war

USS Carl Vinson's arrival marks biggest US military presence since 1975 and comes at a time China seeks to expand influence in South China Sea.

Pentagon report reveals contradictions of US discourse on the YPG

Amid escalating tensions between Turkey and the US exacerbated mainly by US support to the YPG, Pentagon General Lead Inspector Report is released. The report includes inconsistencies in describing the status of YPG and their rule in north Syria.

Mattis signals military shift in Syria to reflect Daesh defeat

Until now, the Pentagon has only gone as far as saying it was reviewing "adjustments" in arms for the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) which Ankara views as a threat.

NATO falls short in sending more troops to Afghanistan

After months of lobbying, NATO countries have still not agreed how many extra troops they will send to Afghanistan to boost local forces in their fight against the resurgent Taliban.

Houthi missile threat highlights Saudi failure in Yemen

The Houthis' ability to launch missiles deep within Saudi Arabian territory gives them a tool that does not bring military gains, but does weigh heavy on the Saudi psyche.

Mattis says US-Turkey military relations good despite diplomatic row

Defense Secretary Jim Mattis says US will stay aligned with Turkey in the fight against Daesh in Iraq and Syria.

A new era in Turkish-Venezuelan relations?

Turkey and Venezuela don't have many things in common but they do understand realpolitik.

Daesh rockets greet US Defense Secretary Mattis on his visit to Kabul

Several rockets were fired in and around Kabul airport on Wednesday after US Defense Secretary James Mattis arrived in the Afghan capital on an unannounced visit.