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Trump proclaims Thursday as day for US to celebrate victory in WWII
Trump signed a proclamation Wednesday designating May 8, 2025, as a “day in celebration of Victory Day for World War II.” It is not a federal holiday.
Islamic State degraded in Afghanistan, but still poses threat, experts say
There are concerns that in the potential chaos of a post-withdrawal Afghanistan, ISIS “will be able to find additional space to operate.”
Presidents refusing advice of generals is nothing new — and often benefits America
President Biden was right to end the Afghanistan War and withdraw our troops, regardless of the advice of generals, says the author of this commentary.
By Lt. Col. (ret.) Daniel L. Davis
It’s time to solve the puzzle for veterans exposed to toxic hazards
Hope for veterans exposed to toxic exposures is on the horizon with multiple legislative solutions, say the authors of this commentary.
By Stephen “Butch” Whitehead, Hal Roesch II and Lt. Gen. (ret.) Michael Linnington
With the withdrawal from Afghanistan, are we indeed ending perpetual war?
The proficiency and secrecy of the military has separated the American populace from military affairs and warfare more than ever, says the author of this commentary.
By William M. Arkin
Marines making big investments in electromagnetic warfare
At the same time, the Marine Corps sees nonkinetic weapons as a less expensive alternative to traditional weapons.
By Mark Pomerleau
US-backed peace conference for Afghanistan’s warring sides postponed as Taliban balk
The Taliban dismissed the U.S.-promoted conference in Istanbul as a political spectacle serving American interests.
With Afghanistan withdrawal set, a reservist’s war comes to an end
A reservist’s war that has lasted two decades will finally come to an end with the announcement that all U.S. troops will leave Afghanistan, says the author of this commentary.
By Timothy A. Aines
Afghan withdrawal will make terrorism fight harder, says top US general in the Mideast
U.S. officials have made it clear that military commanders did not recommend the full, unconditional withdrawal of all American troops from Afghanistan.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Veterans Breakfast Club uses TikTok to share war stories, foster community
The Veterans Breakfast Club is thriving on TikTok.
By Caitlin O'Brien
Ceremony heralds opening of WWI Memorial in Washington
In remarks during the virtual ceremony, President Joe Biden paid tribute to the 4.7 million who served in the war, and the 116,516 Americans who lost their lives in it.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press