Despite its long-standing alliance with Britain, Portugal remained officially neutral during World War II, walking a ...

During World War II, an exasperated Winston Churchill observed that “there is only one thing worse than fighting with allies, and that is fighting without them.” Tim Bouverie explores this ...

From the Manchester to the B-32, these Allied heavy bombers showcase air power's rapid evolution of purpose, design, and ...

The alliance that came together to win World War II was born out of terrible necessity. The compromises it required would have long-term consequences.

After Iran’s Parliament voted to close the Strait of Hormuz, Beijing’s foreign-affairs spokesperson stressed—in what looked ...

The Reckoning" offers a vital, nuanced perspective on World War II's final year, particularly focusing on India, Burma, and ...

Illinois was a top-10 oil producing state from 1941 to 1945, producing 470 million barrels of oil, or 6% of overall U.S. production.

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Iran faces isolation as US and Israel intensify actions. Traditional allies like Russia and China offer limited support.

WASHINGTON — Now comes a new chapter in U.S.-Iran relations , whether for the better or the even worse. For nearly a half ...

Iran is out, Russia lost a junior partner, and Europe is increasing its military, defense and security spending at levels not seen in 80 years.The post The fractured axis of ...