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The power of relationships and partnerships forged by special ops
The history of special operations in the U.S. is replete with examples that demonstrate how vital this can be.
By Michael K. Nagata
Terrorist group announces ISIS leader killed in battle
Abu al-Hassan al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi had assumed command earlier this year after his predecessor died in a February U.S. raid.
By Bassem Mroue
US military in decline, threats from China ‘formidable,’ report says
Can the U.S. military handle two wars at once?
By Zamone Perez
US pushes patchwork air defense for Ukraine amid Russian blitz
Ukraine’s allies need to “chip in” to create a complex mix of air defenses, says Gen. Mark Milley.
By Joe Gould
Fewer troops in CENTCOM? No problem, says 3-star air boss
“How do we share information? How do we share intelligence? How do we gain a common understanding with each other?” Lt. Gen. Alexus Grynkewich said.
Afghan-based terror groups still a year away from ability to strike US, intel leaders say
Earlier assessments had estimated an attack could be possible as early as this summer.
US military changes explanation of attack on base in Syria
It is now believed the April 7 attack was carried out by the “deliberate placement of explosive charges” by one or more individuals at an ammunition holding area and shower facility on the base.
Marine veteran ‘wrongfully detained’ in Russia reportedly ends hunger strike
The former Marine Corps presidential guard member is serving a nine-year prison sentence.
Eight Green Berets quietly disciplined after Afghan prisoner’s beating death
The Afghan prisoner's blood was found on the walls and ceiling of the interrogation room where he was questioned.
By Kyle Rempfer
Civilian toll in Syria raid may be higher than thought
Military officials said there could have been more civilian casualties than initially thought in the raid that killed the top ISIS leader in Syria last week.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press