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Pentagon tightens rules on getting medical waivers to join military
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the change will help ensure the physical and mental capabilities of service members.
Biden, Iraqi PM to announce end of US combat mission in Iraq
Iraqi officials say Iraqi security forces are “battle tested” and have proved themselves “capable” of protecting their country.
By Robert Burns, The Associated Press
US combat troops no longer needed to fight ISIS in Iraq, prime minister says
Mustafa al-Kadhimi said Iraq will still ask for U.S. training and military intelligence gathering.
US military denies American troops in Syria were attacked
Hundreds of U.S. troops are stationed in northeastern Syria, working with the Syrian Democratic Forces to fight against the Islamic State group.
Explainer: When is the US war in Afghanistan really over?
Inside Afghanistan, U.S. troops will no longer be there to train or advise Afghan forces.
By Robert Burns, The Associated Press and Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
US warns that Islamic State extremists still a world threat
The coalition is hoping to stabilize areas liberated from the Islamic State, repatriate and hold foreign fighters accountable and combat extremist messaging.
CENTCOM commander vows to keep the pressure on adversaries even after leaving Afghanistan: Exclusive interview
In an exclusive interview, Marine Gen. Kenneth "Frank" McKenzie, commander of U.S Central Command, speaks about the Afghanistan withdrawal, a drone attack in Iraq and the future of the region.
By Howard Altman
Biden ending Trump OK for US oil company in Syria, says official
Trump became focused on Syria’s oil in October 2019 after he abruptly announced his intention to draw down U.S. troops deployed against ISIS in the area.
The Spouse Angle Podcast — Up this week: Gold Star Husband Joe Kent on Life After Losing His Wife
A retired Green Beret reflects on the life of his late wife, who was killed on a special operations mission fighting ISIS in Syria.
By Military Times staff
US Central Command chief: Important to keep pressure on ISIS
Gen. Frank McKenzie visited four U.S. outposts in Syria. His message Friday was short and direct: U.S. forces remain in Syria to fight the remnants of ISIS.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press