20 years later, the Marine Corps can still learn from Fallujah
History provides lessons for the next urban fight, but it may be much worse.
By Todd South
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Afghanistan War Commission seeks better resources for ‘daunting’ task
“It’s important that we get this work right to understand what happened in Afghanistan, but also to rationalize it within our broader society.”
By Hope Hodge Seck
Excerpt: Afghan interpreter shares dangers, challenges of job, in ‘Get the Terp Up Here’
Nasirullah “John” Safi was born under Taliban regime. Later, he risked his life as a combat interpreter and cultural advisor for U.S. military and civilians.
By Nasirullah "John" Safi
Afghanistan probably never stood a chance, reports show
The unraveling of Afghanistan, according to reports, was always just a breath away.
Advocates push for space on National Mall to honor Global War on Terror troops
Plans for construction of the memorial are already underway, but Congress still has to approve the prominent location.
The last runway out of Kabul: US transport jets face complex evacuation mission
“Time needs to be on their side. … Minutes are precious.”
Biden announces end to combat mission in Iraq. What that really means is unclear
The move comes as White House officials evaluate U.S deployments worldwide.
Guantanamo prosecutor, an Army one-star, retires as 9/11 trial remains elusive
The retirement of Brig. Gen. Mark Martins was disclosed by a civilian employee of the Defense Department late Thursday.
Al-Qaida could regroup in Afghanistan in 2 years, says US defense secretary
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Joint Chiefs chairman Gen. Mark Milley said a regeneration of al-Qaida or the Islamic State group in Afghanistan could take place if the Afghan government and security forces collapsed.
By Robert Burns, The Associated Press and Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
These $215 Oakley GWOT sunglasses say ‘you’re welcome for my service’ so you don’t have to
Summer is coming. Time to break out the GWOT sunglasses.
By Sarah Sicard
That day: Veterans share where they were on Sept. 11, 2001
Veterans share their accounts of what happened on Sept. 11, 2001.
By Sarah Sicard
‘High-ranking’ al-Shabab leader killed in U.S. strike
“This individual was a key leader in the al-Shabaab organization," Army Gen. Stephen Townsend, the AFRICOM commander said in a news release. “He was violent, ruthless, and responsible for the loss of many innocent lives. His removal makes Somalia and neighboring countries safer.”
By Shawn Snow