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US military flies 2 fighter jets over Gulf of Venezuela
Public flight tracking websites showed a pair of U.S. Navy F/A-18 fighter jets fly over the Gulf on Tuesday.
Lawmakers announce legislation to restore office for Afghan relocation
The Enduring Welcome Act would restore a government office — closed last month by the Trump administration — that led Afghan relocation efforts
By Riley Ceder
DOD to offer new medal for personnel deployed to Southern Border
The Mexican Border Defense Medal recognizes service members deployed to the U.S.-Mexico border since Jan. 20, according to a DOD memo.
By Riley Ceder
Iran’s supreme leader resurfaces to warn against future US attacks
Khamenei's speech, which went on for more than 10 minutes Thursday, was filled with warnings and threats directed toward the United States and Israel.
Supreme Court ruling gives extra payouts to some combat-wounded vets
The high court ruled that limits on the government's combat-related special compensation program unfairly took away support for injured vets.
USS Harry S. Truman returns to US after months of battling Houthis
The Truman saw continuous action for over 50 days, conducting precision airstrikes and launching missiles while under constant fire from Houthi militants.
By Zita Ballinger Fletcher
Army jailbreak foiled at Fort Leavenworth
Two prisoners who attempted to escape the Fort Leavenworth Army Corrections Brigade were stopped by correctional officers on April 29.
By Riley Ceder
Hegseth beefs up Middle East warship presence with 2 aircraft carriers
The defense secretary has ordered the carriers Carl Vinson and Harry S. Truman to be in the region as the U.S. increases strikes on Houthi rebels.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Army prep course jeopardized health of recruits, IG says
Trainees with body fat compositions that exceeded the allowed amount were admitted to the Army’s Future Soldier Preparatory Course.
By Riley Ceder
Navy League urges rapid expansion of battle fleet for future wars
The nonprofit is asking lawmakers to bolster the Navy's fleet of battle force ships in preparation for long-term and large-scale wars.
Air Force needs more fighter pilots for more airpower, report says
The number of fighter pilots is decreasing. But a Washington think tank has an idea for how to stem the tide and bring seasoned airmen back into the fold.
By Riley Ceder