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US, Netherlands go Dutch to refurbish Czech tanks for Ukraine
The U.S. and Netherlands are splitting the cost of refurbishing 90 more Czech T-72B tanks for Ukraine in Kyiv’s fight to repel Russia.
By Joe Gould
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Ukraine weapon switcheroos are flushing Soviet arms out of Europe
As some Eastern European nations send their Soviet-era kit to help Ukraine defend itself against Russia’s attack, the new weapons those nations stand to get in return from the United States and its allies could shape the continent’s arsenal for years to come.
Warring Afghans meet to find peace after decades of war
Afghanistan’s warring sides started negotiations for the first time, bringing together the Taliban and delegates appointed by the Afghan government Saturday for historic meetings aimed at ending decades of war.
By Aya Batrawy, The Associated Press
ROK/US combined training protects integrity of the OPCON transition process
The transition sends a message of trust in and respect for Korean military leaders, says the author of this commentary.
By David Maxwell
South Korea, US postpone annual military drills due to virus
The South Korean and U.S. militaries have postponed their annual drills out of concerns over a virus outbreak.
No more curfew for US troops in South Korea
“After assessing the curfew data and consulting with USFK leaders including component commanders, I decided to end the curfew effective December 17,” Gen. Robert B. Abrams, United States Forces Korea commander."
By Shawn Snow
Competing and winning in Africa, a vast theater of opportunity
U.S. investment and its small U.S. defense footprint is making a difference in Africa, but the field is changing and competition is fierce.
By Col. Chris Karns
Out of space at home, Singapore warplanes rehearse bomb runs in Idaho, Utah
The exercise saw the use of artificial intelligence to aid in the detection, classification and engagement of moving, time-sensitive targets.
By Mike Yeo
China unveils drones, missiles and hypersonic glide vehicle at military parade
China has showcased new types of missiles and unmanned platforms for the first time at a military parade in its capital to mark the 70th anniversary of its founding.
By Mike Yeo
North Korea to Trump: Make ‘bold decision’ to revive diplomacy
North Korea accused the United States on Friday of failing to follow through on summit agreements between U.S. President Donald Trump and the country's leader, Kim Jong Un, but said it is placing hope in the U.S. president's "wise option and bold decision."
By Edith M. Lederer, The Associated Press
Brew named for Navy nuke test draws criticism
The government and residents of the Republic of the Marshall Islands have objected to the company's beer named Bikini Atoll, an area of the island chain that remains uninhabitable.
The real history of Memorial Day
Though Memorial Day was made an official federal holiday in 1971, its roots trace all the way back to the Civil War.
By Rebecca Miller