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Syria Says Turkish-Led Forces Attacked its Troops
The fighting underscored the risks of violence as multiple armed forces jostle for new positions in tight quarters.
Syrian Army Returns to Northeast, as Turkey Widens Invasion
Assad's return to the region his troops abandoned in 2012 is a turning point in Syria's eight-year civil war.
Turkey Says It Won't Bow to US Threat over its Syria Plans
"Where Turkey's security is concerned, we determine our own path but we set our own limits," he said.
Turkey, US Appear Closer to Establishing Safe Zone in Syria
The vague announcement also appeared to avert — for now— a possible new Turkish incursion into Syria.
Baghdad's Green Zone, a Barometer of War and Peace
Baghdad's Green Zone has been a barometer for tension and conflict in Iraq for nearly two decades.
Rocket Attack Hits Near US Embassy in Baghdad's Green Zone
No one claimed responsibility for the attack.
Syrian Troops Capture 5 Villages in Last Rebel Stronghold
Syrian troops have been advancing on the rebels for nearly two weeks under the cover of Syrian and Russian airstrikes.
Monitors: US-Led Coalition Killed 1,600 Civilians in Raqqa
The U.S.-led coalition said that 1,257 civilians were killed in airstrikes against ISIS over four years in Syria and Iraq.
US-Backed Fighters Launch Final Push to Defeat ISIS in Syria
U.S.-backed and Kurdish-led Syrian forces have launched a final push to defeat the Islamic State group.
ISIS Fights to Hang On a Year After Defeat in Iraq
Cornered in the desert near the Iraqi border -- with nowhere to run -- the ISIS militants are putting up a fierce fight.
US Coalition Targets ISIS Figure Involved in Killing Former Army Ranger
The U.S.-led coalition has targeted a member of the Islamic State group involved in the killing of American Peter Kassig.
Syria Says Military Freed 19 Hostages Held by ISIS since July
Syrian troops have liberated 19 women and children hostages held by the Islamic State group since July.
US, Turkey Begin Patrols Around Northern Syrian Town
Turkish and U.S. troops on Thursday began jointly patrolling areas around the northern Syrian town of Manbij.
Syria Says US-Led Strike Hits Troops in East, US Denies
Iraqi Shiite forces and Syria accused the United States on Monday of targeting their troops inside Syria with an airstrike.
Israel Blamed for Missile Strike in Syria; 14 Reported Dead
Russia and the Syrian military blamed Israel for a missile attack Monday on a Syrian air base that reportedly killed 14.
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Modly Resigns as Acting SecNav Amid Backlash Over Carrier Captain's Firing
Modly submitted his resignation letter to Defense Secretary Mark Esper on Tuesday.
Trump Orders VA to Stop Withholding Money from Veterans
The president has directed the Department of Veterans Affairs to suspend debt collections immediately.
President Trump Says He Might Intervene in Fired Navy Captain's Case
Trump said Crozier "did a bad thing" by sending the letter, but added that "people have bad days."
Some Veterans May Need to Take This Extra Step to Get Their Stimulus Check
Make sure your economic stimulus check isn't delayed.
DIY T-Shirt Masks and Balaclavas: Military Services Release Face-Covering Guidance
The military branches are requiring troops to make their own cloth face masks after the Pentagon's latest policy.
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Army News
As Army Calls on Medics to Return to Service, Congress Considers New Skills Reserve
The initiative now lies with Congress to move on the report.
Get 'A Pair of Scissors:' Army Grooming Standards Still in Effect, Officials Say
The Army's chief of staff said there are no plans to follow the other military branches in relaxing grooming standards.
The Army Plans to Issue 'Black or Camouflage' Face Masks to Soldiers
The U.S. Army's top enlisted soldier said Tuesday that the service plans to issue some type of non-surgical mask to troops.
Navy News
More than Half the Navy's Coronavirus Cases Are on the Carrier Theodore Roosevelt
Nearly 300 sailors on the carrier Theodore Roosevelt have tested positive for the disease caused by the novel coronavirus.
Modly's Final Message to the Fleet: 'I Lost Situational Awareness'
Thomas Modly, who resigned from his position on Tuesday, told sailors and Marines they are justified in being angry with him.
Nimitz Becomes 4th Aircraft Carrier with COVID-19 Case: Report
Politico reported Tuesday that a sailor on board the carrier Nimitz (CVN 68) has tested positive for COVID-19.
Air Force News
A-10 Makes Emergency Belly Landing at Moody Air Force Base
An A-10 Thunderbolt II made a belly landing at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, after its pilot declared an emergency .
Air Force Shortens Recruit Training, Shifts to New Base Amid Pandemic
Officials are also working to reschedule recruit accessions into BMT to better filter trainees through the pipeline.
Person Detained at Ellsworth Air Force Base Main Gate
The main gate at the base was closed for about four hours after the individual showed up.
Marine Corps News
The Marine Corps Wants to Transform JLTVs into Aircraft-Killing Trucks
Marine Corps Systems Command recently invited defense firms to submit ideas for creating the Direct Fire Defeat System.
Infantry Marines Are Now Getting Lighter, More Streamlined Body Armor
The Marine Corps has started fielding a new plate carrier vest that features a more streamlined cut
5 Differences Between Army and Marine Corps Infantry
They have more similarities than differences, but they are unique forces.
Coast Guard News
Sunken Southern California Tall Ship Will Be Demolished
A tall ship that sank at its dock in Dana Point will be demolished because there is no safe way to lift and salvage it.
Coast Guard Orders Cruise Companies to Form Medical Plans
The Coast Guard has determined that crew members on cruise ships in Galveston, Texas present a public health risk.
Coast Guard Ship Plays ‘World’s Largest Claw Game’ to Get Sunken Buoy out of Lake Michigan
According to the Facebook post, crews locate the buoy by dragging a grapple across the lakebed until the line tightens.