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Op-Ed: An Assessment of the Islamic State in 2018
The rollback of territory under its control has not destroyed ISIS, but caused it to revert to its roots as an insurgency.
Families of Fallen Carry On Tradition of Resilience on Memorial Day
Being a member of a surviving family is not a distinction anyone chooses. Joining the club requires a terrible sacrifice.
School Shooting Solution: Help Those Who Are Hurting
"School shootings will continue so long as we do nothing to address the emotional turmoil some students endure ."
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Creation of Trump's 'Space Force' May Take Years, Experts Say
The DoD is weighing how to best proceed after Trump announced his intent to create a "space force" as a new military branch.
Military Options Ready to Stop Iran Developing Nuclear Weapons: Mattis
The SecDef said diplomacy is his first choice, but "we are always updating those plans" for the military option.
Fighter Jet Work in Missouri Part of Pentagon's $700B Budget
An old F/A-18 Super Hornet is being refurbished at a hangar at Boeing's headquarters.
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Turkish, US Military Officials Agree on Plan for Syrian Town
Turkey's military said that Turkish and U.S. officials meeting in Germany reached an agreement on the Syrian town of Manbij.
Op-Ed: An Assessment of the Islamic State in 2018
The rollback of territory under its control has not destroyed ISIS, but caused it to revert to its roots as an insurgency.
US Says It Will Intensify Fight Against ISIS in Afghanistan
The U.S. will intensify combat against the ISIS affiliate in Afghanistan during Kabul's halt to attacks on the Taliban.
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It's Official: Trump Announces Space Force as 6th Military Branch
President Donald Trump has directed the Pentagon to create a "Space Force" as a new, sixth military branch.
These 5 Military Bases Are So Bad, They Should Count as a Deployment
Sometimes you end up drawing the short straw when it comes to military assignment locations.
Navy Takes Delivery of Future USS Hudner
The Navy has accepted delivery of a destroyer named for Medal of Honor recipient Thomas Hudner.
Air Force Reserve Kicks Out Recruit After Racist Video Surfaces
The Air Force Reserve is kicking out a recruit after a video surfaced of her allegedly displaying racist behavior.
Tiltrotor Craft That May Replace Black Hawk Prepares for Test Flight
A team from Textron Inc. and Bell Helicopter will demonstrate the maneuverability of its experimental V-280 Valor helicopter.
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Coalition Troops in Afghanistan Get Training on Spicy New Weapons
U.S. Forces-Afghanistan wanted a nonlethal weapon that coalition servicemembers could use to lower civilian casualties.
New US Commander In Afghanistan Has Army Son Who Could Deploy There
Army Lt. Gen. Scott Miller said the U.S. must sustain commitment to the war in Afghanistan.
Army Confirms: These 5 Cities May Host New Futures Command
Army officials have been visiting cities that represent centers of innovation to find a home for the Futures Command.
Navy News
Navy Investigating After Death of Sailor in Africa
A sailor deployed to Eastern Africa has died in a "non-combat related incident," the Pentagon announced Tuesday.
Ship's Owner Sues to Prevent Payments to USS McCain Victims' Families
A company that owns the commercial oil tanker involved in a deadly collision with a Navy destroyer has filed a lawsuit.
Navy Takes Delivery of Future USS Hudner
The Navy has accepted delivery of a destroyer named for Medal of Honor recipient Thomas Hudner.
Air Force News
Airstrikes in Afghanistan See Big Spike Following Spring Surge
Fighter, attack and remotely piloted aircraft together dropped nearly 600 weapons in the month of May.
SecAf Reveals Details of B-1 Flameout as Bomber Stand-Down Ends
B-1B Lancer flight operations are set to resume this week after a stand-down of bomber missions that lasted nearly two weeks.
Former Monk Trades Robes for Air Force Uniform
After spending 18 years as a monk, Airman 1st Class Kornkawee Rue Art traded his robes for a uniform.
Marine Corps News
Marines Begin Issuing New Night Vision Binoculars to Specialized Units
The Marine Corps is fielding new night vision binoculars equipped with thermal imaging that can help spot buried explosives.
Federal Court Overturns Marine General's Gitmo Contempt Conviction
A federal judge overturned the contempt conviction of the Marine general in charge of Guantanamo's war court defense teams.
Former Marine Sentenced to 51 Years for Killing Army Reservist
In what was expected to be a routine sentencing Friday, the defendant wanted to change his plea to not guilty.
Coast Guard News
Coast Guard Considers New LED Light for Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
The Coast Guard is considering changing the bulb to the latest technology available -- an LED light.
Maine-Based Coast Guard Rescues Sea Turtles, Seizes 6 Tons Cocaine
A crew aboard a Maine-based Coast Guard ship seized cocaine valued at over $200 million during an 80-day voyage.
Coast Guard Unloads More Than 2,000 Pounds of Marijuana in Key West
A Key West-based U.S. Coast Guard cutter took in a large haul of marijuana during a maritime bust in March.