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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.
Air Force Issues First Guidance to Troops About Space Force
Air Force leaders have broken their silence following President Trump's order to create a new military service branch.
Hey Space Force, We Found Your Uniform!
We've created a handy cheat sheet for the Pentagon officials tasked with coming up with the Space Force's basic military bran...
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.
Miss America Joins the Air Force
She announced her basic training graduation on Instagram.
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National Guard Spouses Share Worries With Vice President's Wife
Karen Pence is meeting with military spouses across the U.S.
Report: California Police Justified in Killing Army Veteran with PTSD
Investigators say police who killed an Army veteran suffering from PTSD were justified in using lethal force.
Ex-Soldier Who Shot Up Afghan Village May Seek Clemency, Lawyer Says
Former Army staff sergeant Robert Bales will likely ask the president to commute his life sentence.
Navy News
Navy’s Top Enlisted Sailor on Leave in Midst of Misconduct Probe
The Navy's senior enlisted sailor has taken leave as the IG probes allegations that he fostered a hostile work environment.
USS Coronado Underway for MQ-8C Fire Scout Testing
USS Coronado began underway operational testing of the Navy's newest unmanned helicopter, the MQ-8C Fire Scout.
Officers Censured for Bringing 'Embarrassment' in Fat Leonard Scandal
The censures were issued last week to retired Rear Adm. Richard Wren, retired Capt. Timothy Conroy and Capt. Charles Johnson.
Air Force News
Minot Air Force Base Finds Missing Gun; Explosives Still Missing
Officials discovered the M240 machine gun was missing during a routine weapons inventory at Minot Air Force Base on May 16.
Air Force Issues First Guidance to Troops About Space Force
Air Force leaders have broken their silence following President Trump's order to create a new military service branch.
$10,000 Toilet Seats and Data Rights: The Air Force's New Dilemma
The U.S. Air Force never expected to fly aircraft such as the Cold War-era B-52 Stratofortress bomber for as long as it has.
Marine Corps News
Marines in Afghanistan Will Get Assist From MQ-9 Reaper Drones
Reapers would allow the Marines to operate more independently rather than depending on other units for force from the air.
Marine Vet Charged with Jumping White House Barrier Has PTSD: Family
A California man who had been missing for several weeks was arrested after jumping a security barrier at the White House.
Marine Guard With Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound Now in Good Condition
A Marine transported from the Home of the Commandants in D.C. with a self-inflicted gunshot wound is now in good condition.
Coast Guard News
Coast Guard Cutter Leaves Astoria After 15 Years of Service
A Coast Guard cutter that has tended buoys in the Pacific Northwest for 15 years has left Astoria for good.
Coast Guard Receives International Recognition for Hurricane Response
The international maritime community recognized the Coast Guard for its efforts to restore safe marine navigation in waterway...
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.