The Release of Travis Timmerman from a Syrian Prison

A young Missouri man named Travis Timmerman, who entered Syria from Lebanon, was freed from a Syrian prison and handed over to U.S. forces near the Syrian border with Iraq and Jordan. Timmerman spent seven months in detention and reflected on his life and faith during his time in prison. He was found walking barefoot in a Damascus suburb after the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime.

U.S. Airstrike in Iraq in Response to Iranian Threat

U.S. forces in Iraq conducted a defensive airstrike in response to Iranian missiles passing through the country. The strike targeted combatants attempting to launch uncrewed aerial systems. Iran-backed factions in Iraq have targeted U.S. troops multiple times since the start of the Israel-Gaza War.

Installation of Mobile Pier in Gaza for Aid Delivery

The U.S. completed the installation of a mobile pier in Gaza to deliver aid, despite concerns about putting U.S. forces in harm's way.

U.S.-Iran-Israel conflict

The Biden administration said U.S. forces helped take down incoming drones and missiles after Iran launched its attack on Israel.

U.S. Strikes Against Houthi Threats in the Red Sea

U.S. forces carried out strikes against anti-ship cruise missiles and a drone in the Red Sea in response to threats from Houthi militants. The U.S. is building an international coalition to protect international shipping from Houthi attacks.