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Top US general drops opposition to change in military’s sex assault policy

Gen. Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, says he is dropping his opposition to a proposal to take decisions on sexual assault prosecution out of the hands of commanders.

By Robert Burns, The Associated Press

3 years ago

Ain al-Asad air base, Anbar, Iraq

Troops to receive Purple Hearts for injuries during Iranian missile barrage on al-Asad airbase in Iraq

It’s unclear at the moment how many troops will receive the medals. The defense official told Military Times that the medal award packets are still going through the approval process.

By Howard Altman, Shawn Snow, Meghann Myers and Diana Stancy Correll

4 years ago

Federal probe sparks push to boot multiple Saudi military students

The federal case began after 21-year-old Saudi Royal Air Force officer, 2nd Lt. Mohammed Alshamrani, opened fire at Naval Air Station Pensacola, killing three U.S. sailors and injuring eight other people.

4 years ago

Coast Guard officer pleads guilty to drug, gun charges

He was accused of stockpiling weapons and targeting Supreme Court justices, prominent Democrats and TV journalists.

By Michael Kunzelman, The Associated Press

4 years ago

Terrorist behind 2000 destroyer Cole bombing killed in airstrike

The 2000 attack ripped a 40-by-60-foot gash into the ship’s side, killing 17 and wounding 39 more.

5 years ago

Report: Russian jet buzzes US spy plane over Baltic Sea

Navy officials declined to confirm media reports that the Russian jet flew within 20 feet of a P-8 Poseidon.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

6 years ago