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New Stories About Russian Bounties on US Troops Raise Even More Questions
As this story has evolved, there has been a subtle but important shift in the main actor.
Is Russia Paying the Taliban a Bounty to Kill US Troops? An Alternative Explanation
"The larger question we should pose is who benefits from the release of this information? The obvious answer is Russia."
The Air Force Risks Missing Its Moment to Make Lasting Change for Racial Equity
The first African American Air Force Chief of Staff, Gen. Charles "CQ" Brown, recently released a sobering video.
Afghanistan
Military Technology
These Are the 7 Anti-Drone Weapons the US Military Plans to Invest In
The Army has come up with an list of the best counter drone technologies to destroy quadcopters and other unmanned systems.
The Marines' New CH-53K King Stallion Has Now Been to Sea. Here's What's Next
The Marine Corps' new heavy-lift helicopter just wrapped up its sea trials and will tackle hot-weather training next.
Pacific Militarization
The Fight Against ISIS
Coalition: Airstrikes Destroy ISIS Mountain Training Camp, Cave Hideout in Iraq
An F-15E Eagle fighter jet carried out the strikes, which killed an estimated five ISIS fighters.
ISIS Claims Kabul Mosque Attack that Killed Prayer Leader
In a statement on an ISIS-affiliated website, the group said Tuesday’s attack in Kabul targeted a prayer leader.
US Envoy Working to Resuscitate Flagging Afghan Peace Deal
Increased violence has been blamed on an Islamic State affiliate targeted in stepped-up U.S. bombing.
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Army Private Pleads Not Guilty to Planning Deadly Ambush on His Unit
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Navy News
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Assistant Secretary of the Navy James "Hondo" Guerts has pulled Capt. Ron Rutan from his role as Ford program manager.
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The Navy has removed a news release touting a sailor's heroic actions during a recent fire in Virginia.
Air Force News
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Marine Corps News
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A shelter-in-place order at a California Marine Corps base was lifted after reports of an active shooter.
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Coast Guard News
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The Coast Guard Cutter Reliance is leaving Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for the last time.
Coast Guard Academy Alters Training for Incoming Class Due to Virus
The Coast Guard Academy has made major changes because of the coronavirus pandemic.
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