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October 1, 2024 at 7:49 AM
Startling video shows Russian fighter jet flying within feet of US F-16 near Alaska
Military officials have released new video of a startling interaction between a Russian jet flying near Alaska and a U.S. plane sent to intercept it
October 1, 2024 at 7:49 AM
September 30, 2024 at 2:14 AM
US airstrikes on Syria kill 37 militants affiliated with extremist groups
The U.S. military says 37 militants in Syria affiliated with the Islamic State group and an al-Qaeda-linked group were killed in two U.S. airstrikes
September 30, 2024 at 2:14 AM
September 28, 2024 at 12:05 AM
US not withdrawing from Iraq but agreement could lead to troop reductions
U.S. and Iraq announce end of anti-ISIS coalition troop presence in Iraq could mean significant troop reduction in Iraq.
September 28, 2024 at 12:05 AM
September 26, 2024 at 1:50 PM
Military recruiting rebounds after several tough years, but challenges remain
The Army, Air Force, Marine Corps and Space Force say they will all meet their recruiting goals by the end of this month and the Navy will come very close
September 26, 2024 at 1:50 PM
September 25, 2024 at 2:14 AM
80 years after D-Day the family of a Black World War II combat medic receives his medal for heroism
A Black combat medic who treated 200 troops during the harrowing invasion of Normandy during World War II is being honored with the Army's second highest award
September 25, 2024 at 2:14 AM
September 24, 2024 at 1:26 PM
North Korea vows response to US submarine's visit to South Korea
The powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has vowed to boost the country’s nuclear war capability and take other steps to protest the recent arrival of a U.S. nuclear-powered submarine in South Korea
September 24, 2024 at 1:26 PM
September 21, 2024 at 12:05 PM
How NATO members are preparing for potential Baltic Sea battles
NATO troops, vessels and aircraft took to the frigid North Atlantic Ocean last month to sharpen their skills for a potential future war at sea.
September 21, 2024 at 12:05 PM
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19-year-old cadet found dead in dorm at US Air Force Academy
Cadet 4th Class Avery Koonce was found unconscious in her dorm Wednesday night at the Colorado institution, the U.S. Air Force Academy said.
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2 US Marines assaulted by Turkish nationalists: Officials
Ten people accused of assaulting two U.S. Marines in Turkey on Monday were arrested on Tuesday, according to the Criminal Court of Izmir.
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US Marines attacked in Turkey: 10 people arrested, court says
Ten people were arrested in connection with Monday's attack on two U.S. Marines in Izmir, Turkey. U.S. service members are restricted to their vessels at the port.
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US servicemen attacked on streets of Turkey
More than a dozen people are under arrest after an apparent Anti-American incident was on caught on camera.
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7 US personnel injured in Iraq raid that killed 15 ISIS members: Officials
Seven U.S. personnel injured in Iraq raid that killed 15 ISIS members, officials said.
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Travis King, Army soldier who ran into North Korea, to plead guilty to desertion
Travis King, the U.S. Army soldier who ran across the border from South Korea to North Korea last year, will plead guilty to desertion, his attorney said.
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Army sergeant surprises daughters at school in Arizona
Sergeant First Class Chris Fulton, who was deployed in Iraq for the last 12 months, and his wife Jordan delighted their young daughters at a school assembly in Gilbert.
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Gov. Tim Walz defends military service in his first solo campaign appearance
The Minnesota governor countered the Trump campaign’s line of attack as he met union members in Los Angeles following last weekend’s battleground blitz with Vice President Kamala Harris.
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US deploys missile submarine, second aircraft carrier to Middle East
The U.S. is strengthening its capabilities in the region as tensions mount.
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Drone attack on US base in Syria, minor injuries reported
New drone attack on U.S. base in Syria could be the latest sign that Iranian-backed militias have resumed their attacks on U.S. bases in Iraq and Syria.
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All troops to get baseline cognitive testing in bid to treat traumatic injuries: DOD
The military is taking new steps to reduce the chances of traumatic brain injury in troops nine months after an Army Reservist went on a shooting rampage.
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5 US troops injured in rocket attack in Iraq
Five American service members and two contractors were wounded in an attack on U.S. troops at Al Asad Airbase in Iraq. At least two rockets were fired at the base, according to a U.S. official.
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US personnel injured in rocket attack on air base in Iraq
Several American service members were injured after two missiles were launched at Al-Asad Airbase, officials said.
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7 US personnel injured in rocket attack on Iraqi base, officials say
A "post-attack damage assessment" was being conducted, a spokesperson said.
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US personnel possibly injured in rocket attack on Iraqi base: DOD
A "post-attack damage assessment" was being conducted, a spokesperson said.
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Biden administration to move additional military assets to help defend Israel
Iran has vowed revenge for the assassination of a top Hamas leader in Tehran. The Biden administration is also working to de-escalate tensions in the region.
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US carries out defensive airstrike in Iraq: Officials
The U.S. military conducted a defensive airstrike south of Baghdad, Iraq, on Tuesday, according to two U.S. officials.
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Family pleads for information in murder of Marine
The family of Peter Chounthala, a Marine who died after he was assaulted and then struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run, are pleading with the public to come forward.
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Chinese, Russian military planes intercepted near Alaska
ABC News senior Pentagon reporter Luis Martinez has the details on the interception.
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Sailor attempted to access President Biden's restricted medical record: Navy
A sailor tried to access President Joe Biden's restricted medical records in February, the Navy revealed Tuesday.
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Retired military dogs reunite with former handlers after years apart
Best friends U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Isaac Weissend and Marine Corps veteran Dalton Stone were reunited with the military dogs they handled in service, overseas.
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US sends USS Wasp assault ship and Marines to eastern Mediterranean
U.S. moves USS Wasp and Marines to Eastern Mediterranean as tensions continue to rise between Israel and Hezbollah
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Several US military bases in Europe on heightened state of alert: US officials
Several U.S. military bases across Europe are now operating under a heightened state of alert, ABC News has confirmed.
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Several American military bases across Europe under heightened state of alert
The level was raised to the second highest state of alert, which applies when intelligence indicates some form of terrorist action is likely, according to the Army.
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Families of Marines killed in V-22 Osprey crash demand answers
Lawmakers questioned Pentagon officials about the aircraft's safety record.
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Families of Marines killed in 2022 Osprey crash file wrongful death lawsuit
The suit names Boeing, Rolls Royce and Bell, the companies that make the Osprey.
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Biden marks 80th D-Day anniversary in Normandy
The president attended a ceremony at the Normandy American Cemetery.
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Military service members make 1st return to Normandy 80 years after D-Day
Plus, President Joe Biden and other world leaders gather in Normandy, France, to honor the incredible servicemen who landed on the beaches eight decades ago.
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WWII veterans visit Omaha Beach to mark 80th anniversary of D-Day
American Airlines flew 68 World War II veterans to France to remember the fateful day.
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Women veterans return to Normandy for 80th D-Day anniversary
A group of 68 World War II veterans have returned to Normandy in France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
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F-35 crashes off of airfield near Albuquerque airport
A military aircraft has crashed off of the airfield at the Albuquerque International Sunport, the primary international airport in New Mexico, officials said.
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Military aircraft crashes outside of airfield near Albuquerque airport in New Mexico
A military aircraft has crashed outside of the airfield at the Albuquerque International Sunport in New Mexico. The pilot, the only person on board, is conscious and is being taken to a hospital.
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Military aircraft crashes
A military aircraft crashed off the airfield near Albuquerque International Sunport. The pilot was the only person on board and was conscious and taken to the hospital.
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US aid pier to be moved from Gaza for repairs after damage from rough seas
The U.S. military's temporary pier will be moved from Gaza for repairs that could last a week.
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Military dad surprises daughter at kindergarten ceremony
US Army Captain Gregory Rice, deployed for nine months, surprises 5-year-old daughter Alena Rice at her kindergarten ceremony. Video shows the heartwarming reunion.
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US airman killed by deputy in his own home honored at funeral
Civil rights activists and Air Force airmen lauded him during the ceremony.
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Pentagon report to show significant drop in unwanted sexual contact in military
Pentagon report to show significant drop in unwanted sexual contact in military and a drop in number of reports filed last year.
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Air Force pilot dies after aircraft ejection seat goes off while on the ground
An Air Force instructor pilot has died after the ejection seat on his aircraft activated while the plane was operating on the ground, officials said.
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VA improperly approved over $10M in bonuses to senior executives, watchdog says
Some have challenged having to pay the money back, an inspector general said.
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Witnesses tell lawmakers US intel downplaying cases of mysterious 'Havana syndrome'
A U.S. intelligence community report concluded it was 'very unlikely' a foreign adversary was the cause.
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US military acknowledges errant drone strike killed civilian, not al-Qaeda leader
U.S. Central Command acknowledged that one year ago Friday, it mistakenly struck a civilian in a strike in Syria, not the al-Qaeda leader it was looking for.
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Medal of Honor recipient Col. Ralph Puckett lies in honor in Capitol rotunda
Col. Ralph Puckett Jr.'s cremated remains lay in honor at the U.S. Capitol on Monday -- joining the rare company of the country's most distinguished citizens.
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Sheriff conducting criminal investigation into National Guard helicopter crash
The Starr County Sheriff declined to release records from the March National Guard chopper crash, citing an ongoing investigation into whether criminality was involved.
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