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US Air Force wants money to speed E-7 purchases in FY24 wish list
The unfunded priorities list also requests money to buy 12 conformal fuel tanks for F-15EX fighters to extend their range and let it carry more weapons.
US Africa Command official hails ‘new beginning’ in Sudan
A U.S. deputy commander for Africa on Wednesday welcomed a “new beginning” and a “renewed relationship” between the U.S. and Sudan following the African country’s removal from the U.S. list of state sponsors of terrorism.
Ever wanted to drive a WWII-era tank? Here’s your chance
Get in the driver's seat of an M4A3 Sherman, M24 Chaffee, or M26 Pershing.
Afghan forces claim to kill al-Qaida propagandist wanted by FBI
A provincial council official said the Taliban was protecting the al-Qaida leader, which, if true, would be a violation of the Feb. 29 deal with the U.S. that jump-started Afghanistan peace talks.
By Jon Gambrell, The Associated Press
Big Navy: Crozier’s name wasn’t removed from skippers plaque to piss off Roosevelt crew
Crozier was fired this spring after a letter asking for more help for his COVID-stricken crew was leaked to the media.
‘On War’ is now a children’s book featuring ‘Hare’ Clausewitz teaching woodland critters
The author cited "a long history in children’s literature of books that help children understand and process difficult realities."
By Jon Simkins
Chris Pratt to star as revenge-bent Navy SEAL in upcoming Amazon series
Co-producing and directing the show alongside Pratt will be Antoine Fuqua (“The Equalizer," “Southpaw”).
By Jon Simkins
Coast Guard officer accused of terror plot asks for leniency
Federal prosecutors are recommending a 25-year prison sentence for a Coast Guard lieutenant accused of stockpiling guns and targeting Supreme Court justices, prominent Democrats and TV journalists for attacks inspired by racist killers.
By Michael Kunzelman, The Associated Press
Students at DoD-run schools continue their run with nation’s top scores in reading, math
DoD students' scores in reading and math have mostly increased, while the corresponding national average is going the other way.
By Karen Jowers
Iran offers to swap seized oil tanker for another taken by UK
In the meantime, Britain continues plans to deploy a Europe-led "maritime protection mission" to safeguard shipping in the area after Iran's Revolutionary Guard seized the Stena Impero in the Strait of Hormuz on Friday.
By Aya Batrawy, The Associated Press