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US forces bomb ‘multiple’ ISIS camps in Syria
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US forces bomb ‘multiple’ ISIS camps in Syria

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Oct 12, 2024

UH-60 crews rehearsed emergency patient movements in Germany from Feb. 22-25 in preparation for Defender Europe 21. Army photo by Maj. Robert Fellingham.
Middle East

With a drop of blood, an Army device can detect traumatic brain injuries in 15 minutes

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Oct 2, 2024

The Navy USS Carney defeats a combination of Houthi missiles and drones in the Red Sea, Oct. 19. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Aaron Lau.
Middle East

US Navy ships support Israel against Iranian missile attack

By Jeff Schogol

Updated on Oct 1, 2024

US forces killed ISIS, Hurras al-Din commanders in Syria in two strikes
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US forces killed ISIS, Hurras al-Din commanders in Syria in two strikes

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Sep 29, 2024

Army’s new ‘female’ medical simulators teach medics not to ‘hesitate’
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Army’s new ‘female’ medical simulators teach medics not to ‘hesitate’

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Sep 25, 2024

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Top ISIS commanders in Iraq killed in raid that left 7 Americans injured

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Sep 14, 2024

The aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt sails through the waters of the Middle East on Aug. 10, 2024. Fighter jets are visible on the deck of the ship. (U.S. Navy photo)
Middle East

Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group leaves the Middle East, wraps up eight months at sea

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Sep 14, 2024

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the 34th Infantry Division “Red Bulls” load a plane at Robert Gray Army Airfield, Fort Cavazos, Texas, March 10, 2024, in preparation for the unit’s movement overseas. Red Bull Soldiers will spend nearly 10 months away from their homes in support of Operation Spartan Shield as part of a regularly planned operation. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Mahsima Alkamooneh)
Middle East

101st Airborne Division troops headed to Middle East, 3rd Infantry will go to Europe

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Sep 13, 2024

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Supervisor punished soldier for reporting sexual assault, Inspector General says

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Sep 9, 2024

Pentagon to fund study of antibiotic-resistant wounds in Ukraine to plan for future wars
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Pentagon to fund study of antibiotic-resistant wounds in Ukraine to plan for future wars

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Sep 6, 2024

Soldiers recently took part in a training event that was closely modeled off of ongoing combat operations in Ukraine. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua Joyner.
Middle East

‘Trade steel for blood’ — The Army’s plan to bring soldiers into the 21st century

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Sep 3, 2024

Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve troops conduct a joint patrol syria
Middle East

American troops, Syrian Democratic Forces capture ISIS leader behind prison break

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Sep 2, 2024

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7 US troops hurt in raid that killed 15 ISIS fighters

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Aug 31, 2024

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US military kills a leader of an al-Qaeda-linked group in Syria

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Aug 24, 2024

EOD teams upend training for threats from IEDs on the ground to drones in the air
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EOD teams upend training for threats from IEDs on the ground to drones in the air

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Aug 16, 2024

The USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group sails through the Pacific Ocean with the Italian Navy's Cavour Carrier Strike Group on Aug. 8, 2024. (photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Daniel Kimmelman/U.S. Navy)
Middle East

USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group ordered to ‘accelerate’ to Middle East

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Aug 12, 2024

U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 320nd Field Artillery Battery, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division, react to a drone swarm attack during Exercise Combined Resolve 24-2 at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center near Hohenfels, Germany, May 29, 2024. Combined Resolve 24-2 is a key U.S. Army multi-domain interoperability exercise in Europe and a major investment in the cohesion of the NATO alliance and the overall readiness of allies and partners to work together in a dynamic security environment. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Brandon Nelson)
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Soldiers created their own drone attack simulator ahead of Middle East deployment

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Aug 8, 2024

Army Reserve Sgt. Dustin Nelson, a chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear specialist and native of Cleveland, Georgia, assigned to the 327th Chemical Company, 92nd Chemical Battalion, 415th Chemical Brigade, 76th Operational Response Command stands on top of a vehicle and waits for his unit to begin a chemical decontamination mission at Dugway Proving Grounds, Utah, June 19 during Operation Desert Dragon. More than 500 Army Reserve Soldiers from around the country are conducting a variety of specialized training at the base focused on honing Soldiers chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) skill sets and obtaining unit validation as part of a three-week annual exercise known as Operation Desert Dragon. The exercise is designed to be the premiere CBRN validation event for Army Reserve units, and serve as the culminating training event for premobilization and top tier priority units. (Official U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. 1st Class Brent C. Powell)
Middle East

Two soldiers killed in Iraq in separate ‘non-combat’ incidents

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Aug 2, 2024

394261 14: A fiery blasts rocks the World Trade Center after being hit by two planes September 11, 2001 in New York City. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)
Middle East

The 9/11 ‘masterminds’ are taking plea deals, Pentagon says

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Jul 31, 2024

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Sept. 28, 2022) Vice President Kamala Harris addresses service members aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, USS Howard (DDG 83) during her visit to Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY). The vice president’s tour of the ship and her remarks to U.S. service members highlight the administration’s continued commitment to its alliances in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kaleb J. Sarten/Released)
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Here are the four military veterans Kamala Harris might pick for VP

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Jul 29, 2024

A U.S. Army Soldier assigned to the 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary), repairs the Trident Pier on the Gaza coast, June 7, 2024. The temporary pier, part of the Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore capability, enables the maritime delivery of international humanitarian aid to Gaza for distribution to Palestinian people in need. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Mikayla Fritz)
Middle East

U.S. shutters Gaza floating pier project after 20 days of use

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Jul 17, 2024

USS Theodore Roosevelt and its carrier strike group arrive in the Middle East
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USS Theodore Roosevelt and its carrier strike group arrive in the Middle East

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Jul 13, 2024

USS Gerald R. Ford and USS Dwight D. Eisenhower
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USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group leaves the Middle East

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Jun 23, 2024

Rescued civilian sailors were airlifted by helicopter to the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group on June 15.
Middle East

Navy rescues merchant crew in the Red Sea, bombs Houthi sites as attacks continue

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Jun 16, 2024

The Army’s floating pier in Gaza traces its roots to D-Day
Middle East

The Army’s floating pier in Gaza traces its roots to D-Day

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Jun 5, 2024

Navy’s Eisenhower carrier group’s deployment in the Red Sea extended
Middle East

Navy’s Eisenhower carrier group’s deployment in the Red Sea extended

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Jun 2, 2024

Biden announces ceasefire proposal as Gaza pier remains out of service
Middle East

Biden announces ceasefire proposal as Gaza pier remains out of service

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on May 31, 2024

USS Carney had ‘seconds’ to respond to anti-ship ballistic missiles
Middle East

USS Carney had ‘seconds’ to respond to anti-ship ballistic missiles

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on May 20, 2024

10th Mountain Division gets three new aces for drone kills
Middle East

10th Mountain Division gets three new aces for drone kills

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on May 18, 2024

US Army officer resigns in protest over ‘unqualified support’ for Israel
Middle East

US Army officer resigns in protest over ‘unqualified support’ for Israel

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on May 13, 2024

F-15E pilot, in a jet called ‘Mullet,’ packs Zyn and kills drones
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F-15E pilot, in a jet called ‘Mullet,’ packs Zyn and kills drones

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on May 12, 2024

Air Force jets are sporting new kill markings after downing drones
Middle East

Air Force jets are sporting new kill markings after downing drones

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on May 11, 2024

This video flies through the Army’s first small drone obstacle course
Middle East

This video flies through the Army’s first small drone obstacle course

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on May 6, 2024

Civilian killed in 2023 US strike on Al Qaeda leader in Syria, investigation found
Middle East

Civilian killed in 2023 US strike on Al Qaeda leader in Syria, investigation found

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on May 2, 2024

So does the Air Force have new aces now?
Middle East

So does the Air Force have new aces now?

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Apr 27, 2024

US is sending start of $61 billion in weapons and vehicles to Ukraine
Middle East

US is sending start of $61 billion in weapons and vehicles to Ukraine

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Apr 24, 2024

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Middle East

Rockets fired at US base in Syria from Iraq

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Apr 22, 2024

US forces, allies, intercept more than 300 Iranian drones, missiles
Middle East

US forces, allies, intercept more than 300 Iranian drones, missiles

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Apr 14, 2024

US, partners shoot down drones launched by Iran toward Israel
Middle East

US, partners shoot down drones launched by Iran toward Israel

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Apr 13, 2024

Blast overpressure getting attention from lawmakers
Middle East

Blast overpressure getting attention from lawmakers

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Apr 12, 2024

FBI says 18-year-old ISIS follower plotted ‘flaming sword’ attacks on local churches
Middle East

FBI says 18-year-old ISIS follower plotted ‘flaming sword’ attacks on local churches

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Apr 10, 2024

US, partners carried out 94 anti-ISIS missions in first three months of 2024
Middle East

US, partners carried out 94 anti-ISIS missions in first three months of 2024

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Apr 6, 2024

U.S. response after Tower 22 attacks has slowed militias, commander says
Middle East

U.S. response after Tower 22 attacks has slowed militias, commander says

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Apr 3, 2024

Soldier earns ‘Ace of Syria’ nickname after downing 6 drones
Middle East

Soldier earns ‘Ace of Syria’ nickname after downing 6 drones

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Apr 2, 2024

Airman on hunger strike at White House over Gaza support
Middle East

Airman on hunger strike at White House over Gaza support

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Apr 1, 2024

ISIS still a threat but more active in Asia and Africa, Pentagon says
Middle East

ISIS still a threat but more active in Asia and Africa, Pentagon says

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Mar 25, 2024

Milley, McKenzie face angry lawmakers over botched Afghan withdrawal, Abbey Gate
Middle East

Milley, McKenzie face angry lawmakers over botched Afghan withdrawal, Abbey Gate

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Mar 19, 2024

US, allies shoot down 28 Houthi drones in large Red Sea skirmish
Middle East

US, allies shoot down 28 Houthi drones in large Red Sea skirmish

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Mar 9, 2024

Proposed aid port to Gaza will need 1,000 troops, two months to build
Middle East

Proposed aid port to Gaza will need 1,000 troops, two months to build

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Mar 9, 2024

US denies that American aid drop in Gaza killed civilians on ground
Middle East

US denies that American aid drop in Gaza killed civilians on ground

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Mar 8, 2024

US military conducts first airdrop of aid into Gaza
Middle East

US military conducts first airdrop of aid into Gaza

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Mar 2, 2024

US, UK hit Houthi sites in Yemen in fourth round of strikes
Middle East

US, UK hit Houthi sites in Yemen in fourth round of strikes

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Feb 25, 2024

The Navy USS Carney defeats a combination of Houthi missiles and drones in the Red Sea, Oct. 19. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Aaron Lau.
Middle East

US forces hit Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen, takes out missiles and naval drones

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Feb 18, 2024

US says strikes in Iraq, Syria and Yemen are just “the beginning” as Baghdad criticizes bombings
Middle East

US says strikes in Iraq, Syria and Yemen are just “the beginning” as Baghdad criticizes bombings

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Feb 5, 2024

US, Britain hit Yemen’s capital in latest attack against Houthis [Updated]
Middle East

US, Britain hit Yemen’s capital in latest attack against Houthis [Updated]

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Feb 3, 2024

B-1Bs Lancer bomber payload upgrade
Middle East

US forces hit more than 80 targets in Iraq and Syria

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Feb 3, 2024

Drone attack kills 3 US troops in Jordan
Middle East

Drone attack kills 3 US troops in Jordan

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Jan 29, 2024

The Navy USS Carney defeats a combination of Houthi missiles and drones in the Red Sea, Oct. 19. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Aaron Lau.
Middle East

US Navy hits Houthi missile site in Yemen

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Jan 27, 2024

US military pushes back on reports it may withdraw troops from Iraq
Middle East

US military pushes back on reports it may withdraw troops from Iraq

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Jan 25, 2024

US strikes facilities in Iraq as more TBIs reported by US troops
Middle East

US strikes facilities in Iraq as more TBIs reported by US troops

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Jan 23, 2024

Al Asad Air Base
Middle East

Rockets hit US-led coalition base in Iraq [Updated]

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Jan 20, 2024

Houthis fire missile at US Navy destroyer despite recent US attacks
Middle East

Houthis fire missile at US Navy destroyer despite recent US attacks

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Jan 15, 2024

US Navy launches follow-up strike on Yemen
Middle East

US Navy launches follow-up strike on Yemen

By Nicholas Slayton

Posted on Jan 13, 2024

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Middle East

Army Pacific focuses on arctic training in Alaska and Himalayas

By Patty Nieberg

Posted on Jan 12, 2024