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‘Ghosts of Beirut’ spotlights decades-long CIA hunt for terror leader
The 25-year manhunt launched in the wake of the 1983 Beirut bombings form the basis of the four-part Showtime series “Ghosts of Beirut."
By Jon Simkins
Fat Leonard tried to get to Russia, officials say
The fugitive Malaysian defense contractor zipped between countries to find a place where he could become virtually untouchable for American authorities.
By Regina Garcia Cano
Venezuelan government defends detaining Marine veteran for 2 years
Marine veteran Matthew Heath was arrested in 2020 and accused of being a terrorist and spying for then-President Donald Trump.
How does use of ‘ninja missile’ change counterterrorism?
Drone strikes have also been relatively effective at limiting collateral damage compared to other strike options—reducing deaths among both civilians on the ground as well as U.S. servicemembers who might otherwise take part in a ground raid. Needless to say, a more precise missile will only serve to keep lowering civilian casualties.
By Jacob Ware
New documentary scrutinizes Pentagon-Hollywood relationship — but is it propaganda?
Theaters of War offers a new perspective on the military's relationship with Hollywood.
By Davis Winkie
Amid fears of Russian air dominance, US to send anti-aircraft Stingers to Ukraine
The U.S. for the first time has approved the direct delivery of Stinger anti-aircraft missiles to Ukraine as part of a package approved by the White House last week.
‘First Casualty’ tells story of secret CIA mission in Afghanistan
"First Casualty" is a true story that reveals the secret mission of CIA Team Alpha in Afghanistan in October 2001.
By Toby Harnden
Growing mystery of suspected energy attacks on US personnel draws concern
At least 130 cases across the government are now under investigation, up from several dozen last year, according to a U.S. defense official.
By Robert Burns, The Associated Press
Taliban will likely curtail Afghan women’s rights, intelligence report says
During the Taliban's rule in the 1990s, women were largely confined to their homes, and girls had no access to education.
Biden’s gamble: Will pulling troops out of Afghanistan revive extremist threat?
Biden is taking a calculated risk that extremists in Afghanistan can be countered by U.S. and partner forces elsewhere in the region.
By Robert Burns, The Associated Press