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Mexican Army Shoots Migrants, Killing Six In Chiapas Incident

Mexican army shooting incident involving migrants raises questions about force use and migrant protection, highlighting dangers faced during journeys.

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Trans care debate influenced by misinformation, doctors say - Roll Call

As 2024 election nears, GOP lawmakers have seized on trans health care as the go-to social issue aimed at drawing conservative voters.

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Defense Department Implements Cognitive Assessments To Protect Troops

Learn about the U.S. Defense Department's new mandate for cognitive assessments to prevent brain injuries from blasts and protect military personnel.

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Guantanamo inmate accused of being main plotter of 9/11 attacks to plead guilty

The man accused of being the main plotter in al-Qaeda’s Sept. 11, 2001, attacks has agreed to plead guilty, the Defense Department said Wednesday

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Pentagon panel to review Medals of Honor given to soldiers at the Wounded Knee massacre

The Defense Department will review the Medals of Honor that were given to 20 U.S. soldiers for their actions in the 1890 battle at Wounded Knee to make sure their conduct merits such an honor

The Independent UK

Here's what to know about Boeing agreeing to plead guilty to fraud in 737 Max crashes

Boeing has agreed to plead guilty to fraud to settle charges stemming from the crashes of two of its 737 Max jets

The Independent UK

Pentagon says it's impossible to ditch Huawei telecom gear — officials beg Congress for waiver from Chinese sanctions

As Congress readies the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act, the Pentagon is reminding lawmakers it needs a waiver from provisions included in the 2019 version of the act.

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The US defense secretary will visit Cambodia, one of China's closest allies, after regional talks

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is scheduled to make an official visit to Cambodia, one of China’s closest allies in Southeast Asia, after holding talks with his Chinese counterpart at an annual security conference in Singapore

The Independent UK

Pentagon pursuing Russian use of Musk’s Starlink terminals - Roll Call

The Defense Department is working with SpaceX to disable satellite internet terminals that are being used against Ukraine, an official said.

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Sexual assaults are down in the US military. Here's what to know about the numbers

Pentagon officials are cautiously optimistic that an overall decline in reported sexual assaults among active-duty service members and the military academies suggests that leaders are finally getting a handle on what has been a persistent problem

The Independent UK

US Completes Construction Of Humanitarian Pier System For Gaza Aid

US completes construction of JLOTS humanitarian pier for Gaza aid delivery, facing delays due to adverse weather conditions.

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Panel pitches NDAA plan to improve troops’ quality of life - Roll Call

A bipartisan House Armed Services Committee panel issued a report with 31 recommendations to improve the lives of military families.

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US Military Pier In Gaza Expected To Be Ready Soon

US Defense Secretary announces the upcoming operational date of the US military's pier in Gaza for aid delivery by sea.

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Pentagon Report: Ufos Not Extraterrestrial, Misinterpretation Likely

Defense Department report refutes extraterrestrial origins for unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs), emphasizing misinterpretation and misinformation.

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Sweden Officially Joins NATO, Alarming Russian President Putin

Sweden joins NATO, while suspicious debris off Alaska coast prompts investigation. Putin opposed NATO expansion.

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Investigation Underway On Possible Spy Balloon Found In Alaska

Federal agencies investigate spy balloon found off Alaska coast, comparing it to previous incidents. Enhanced radar systems detect various types of balloon...

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Pentagon Examining Debris From Suspected Spy Balloon Found In Alaska

Pentagon investigates debris off Alaska's coast suspected to be a spy balloon. Similar to previous incident with Chinese balloon. Updates awaited.

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Bill sets sights on improved financial literacy for troops - Roll Call

A bipartisan bill would expand financial literacy training for servicemembers in an effort to smooth their transition to civilian life.

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US And Russian Spacecraft In Close Pass, Collision Risk

Defense Department and NASA monitoring potential collision between US spacecraft and Russian satellite, highlighting space debris risks.

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Lawmakers urge DOD to play larger role in scrutinizing mergers - Roll Call

In a new letter, two Democratic lawmakers want answers from the Pentagon about how it can step up oversight of proposed defense mergers.

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Three US service members killed in drone attack in Jordan

Defense Department Press Secretary Major General Pat Ryder discusses the recent attack and the Defense Department's focus on protecting forces and ensuring...

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Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization prompts investigation into White House handling

Discover the unfolding drama surrounding Secretary Lloyd Austin's undisclosed hospitalization and the ensuing investigation. The White House is left in the...

The Independent UK

A timeline of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization and lack of White House notification

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had prostate cancer surgery and was later hospitalized in intensive care due to complications from that operation without President Joe Biden, Cabinet members or even his deputy knowing

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Austin treated for prostate cancer, Pentagon reveals - Roll Call

Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III has been hospitalized since Jan. 1 due to complications from prostate cancer surgery, according to his doctors.

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Impeachment articles planned against Defense Secretary over hospitalization scandal

Get the latest on the evolving controversy surrounding Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin as a House Republican plans to file impeachment articles against him.

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