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Op-Ed: The Nuclear Risks of India-Pakistan Rivalry in South Asia
Pakistan's nuclear weapons program may prove to be just as destabilizing as those of North Korea and Iran.
Years Before His Death, Hero Marine Wrestled With Realities of War
"Today marks the 10th anniversary since the Marines came and told me my son, Jordan Haerter, was killed in action."
She No Longer Trusts Her Military Pilot Husband Is Safe
In the last few weeks, there have been six aviation crashes with 16 lost service members. My gut has a visceral response, and...
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Air Force Wants F-35 Support Costs at F-16 Prices: Goldfein
The Air Force wants to spend the same on upkeep for the F-35s as it does for support on its fourth-generation fighter jets.
US at UN tells Countries to Pay Bigger Share of Peacekeeping Bill
US Ambassador Nikki Haley told countries at the United Nations on Wednesday that they need to "step up."
When it Comes to Guantanamo, Trump is Truly the Builder in Chief
The Trump administration has more than $200 million in new construction teed up for Guantanamo this year and next.
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US, Coalition Forces Double Airstrikes on ISIS Targets in Syria
In the past week, the coalition conducted 14 airstrikes against ISIS fighters in defensive fighting positions in Syria.
Suicide Bomber Strikes in Afghan Capital, 31 Killed
The Taliban denied involvement in the attack, which means it was likely carried out by a local Islamic State affiliate.
After Syria Missile Strikes, US Stuck in Holding Pattern
The U.S.-led campaign to eliminate the Islamic State from Syria has stalled.
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Navy Retires F/A-18C Hornet from Combat as F-35C Enters Service
Officials announced the F/A-18C Hornet's recently completed deployment aboard the USS Carl Vinson was its last.
Top Military Brass at Odds with Mattis on Transgender Issues
Top military leaders dispute Defense Secretary Jim Mattis on transgender troops serving openly.
Deported Marine Veteran Came Home the Only Way He Could — in a Casket
Veteran Lance Cpl. Enrique Salas' flag-draped casket was loaded into a hearse with a Marine Corps seal.
Report: Fallen Air Force Tech Sgt. Approved for Medal of Honor
The Air Force would not comment on the report, and referred all questions to the White House.
Goal of 80,000 Recruits Won't Be Met, Army Secretary Says
Although the Army will fall short of its recruitment goal, retention rates have increased from 81 to 86 percent.
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Senate Confirms Nakasone to Head NSA, Cyber Command
The Senate has confirmed President Donald Trump's pick to lead the National Security Agency and the U.S. Cyber Command.
Army Making More Drill Sergeants to Increase Discipline in AIT
So far, the Drill Sergeant Academy at Fort Jackson has converted 178 AIT platoon sergeants into drill sergeants.
From Sapper to Ranger: Female Graduate Breaks New Boundaries
When Capt. Natalie Mallue graduated from Fort Benning in April 2017, she became only the sixth female to pass Ranger School.
Navy News
Naval Academy Sees Big Boost in Cybersecurity Majors
A U.S. senator said that midshipmen could be useful in working on cyber challenges before they graduate.
Naval Academy Head Says Court-Martial Possible in Drug Case
A drug investigation at the U.S. Naval Academy could result in a court-martial of a midshipman, the superintendent said.
Senators Considering a Delay for VA Confirmation Hearing
Senators were discussing plans to delay the confirmation hearing for President Trump's pick to be Veteran Affairs secretary.
Air Force News
Air Force Drops Rape Charges Against Texas Master Sergeant
The decision ended a long legal battle for Master Sgt. Michael Silva, who was convicted in 2015 for raping two women.
F-35s in Japan Still Losing Dogfights to F-15s Sometimes -- Here's Why
The most expensive weapons system in history still sometimes loses to the 1970s F-15 in dogfights during training scenarios.
Soldier To Reunite With Stray Dog She Adopted While Deployed
U.S. Army Reserve Sgt. Tracy McKithern loves dogs. When she found a dirty little stray sniffing around her camp in Iraq, only...
Marine Corps News
Marines Want a Man-Portable System That Fires Kamikaze Drones
The Marine Corps is asking for proposals on a portable system that can fire high-tech attack and recon drones on the go.
From Servant to Midshipman: Future Marine Officer Shaped by Running
Amanda Agana is a track runner at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland.
Marine Killed in Action in Vietnam Will Finally Receive Silver Star
Maj. Gen. Eric Smith will present to Philip Sauer's siblings a Silver Star medal awarded posthumously to their brother.
Coast Guard News
Pence to Speak at Coast Guard Academy Graduation
Vice President Mike Pence has been tapped to speak at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy's graduation ceremony next month.
US Coast Guard Intercepts Overloaded Boat of Haitians near Cuba
The U.S. Coast Guard repatriated 50 Haitian migrants Tuesday to the Haitian Coast Guard.
Coast Guard, Marines Join Navy in Concerns over Sleep Deprivation
Senior enlisted leaders from the three sea services said they continue to look at ways to ensure personnel get proper rest.