OpinionThe power of relationships and partnerships forged by special opsThe history of special operations in the U.S. is replete with examples that demonstrate how vital this can be.By Michael K. Nagata9 days ago
US airstrike targeting al-Qaida leader in Syria killed a farmerA U.S. airstrike in Syria in May 2023 that was targeting an al-Qaida leader killed an innocent civilian instead, U.S. Central Command said Thursday.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press2 weeks ago
VA reverses plan to ban iconic WWII kiss photo from medical sitesEmployees had been instructed to remove the photo because of its portrayal of a nonconsensual sexual act.By Leo Shane III2 months ago
The National Guard’s quiet role in Iraq, Syria and JordanGuardsmen are facing more hostility downrange than they have in years.By Meghann Myers3 months ago
Military prepares to brief a plan to get its V-22 Ospreys flying againThe military services on Friday will lay out plans to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin for addressing safety concerns stemming from a fatal 2023 crash.3 months ago
Served in Iraq, Syria or Jordan recently? We want to hear from you.We want to hear from troops who have served in Iraq, Syria or Jordan in recent years.By Geoff Ziezulewicz3 months ago
Marine veteran John Deaton to challenge Sen. Elizabeth WarrenA campaign video highlights his years serving as a judge advocate at Marine Corps Air Station in Yuma, Arizona.3 months ago
Marine Corps’ deadliest sniper, Charles ‘Chuck’ Mawhinney, dies at 75The Lakeview, Oregon, native recorded 103 confirmed kills in Vietnam over the span of 16 months in 1968 and 1969.By Jon Simkins3 months ago
Finally, sailors can put hands in their pockets under policy updateA Navy policy change now allows sailors to put their hands in their pockets, wear the bucket cover, rock better PT gear and sport false eyelashes.By Diana Stancy3 months ago
Most casualties from recent attacks in Middle East are brain injuriesTroops have been attacked 170 times since October.By Meghann Myers3 months ago
40 militants killed in strikes on Iraq and Syria, Pentagon saysThe U.S. struck more than 85 Iran-backed targets on Feb. 2 in retaliation for the deaths of three American soldiers in January.By Meghann Myers3 months ago
After Jordan attack, Pentagon weighs options to bolster base securityU.S. troops will likely be staying put at Tower 22 and other remote outposts in Iraq, Syria and Jordan, according to the Pentagon.By Meghann Myers3 months ago