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Negotiators push for more talks after US and Iran convene in Oman
U.S. and Iranian officials convened in Oman on Friday, opening the door to a modest easing of tensions even as American warships mass in the Arabian Sea.
The US Army’s quiet rotation in the Philippines
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Veteran suicide rate slightly increased, latest report finds
While the overall number of suicides went down in 2023, due to the overall veteran population declining, the rate of veteran suicide increased.
Trump calls for new nuclear pact as US-Russia treaty expires
The Kremlin said Thursday it regretted the expiration of the last remaining U.S.-Russian nuclear arms pact, while Trump declared he wants a better deal.
Army fires Fort Sill garrison commander
Baird assumed command of the garrison in June 2024. A spokesperson confirmed that he remains on active duty.
US and Russia agree to reestablish military dialogue after Ukraine talks
High-level military communication was suspended in late 2021, as tension between Moscow and Washington rose ahead of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
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F-22s pulled from Super Bowl flyover due to operations, planner says
To complete the formation, F-15s from Fresno Air National Guard Base, California, were tapped late in planning to join the flyover.
Research on problem gambling included in defense funding law
Under a new Department of Defense program, gambling addiction is now a topic of research.
Wearing smart glasses in uniform jeopardizes OPSEC, Air Force says
In a policy update, the service banned the use of smart glasses with photo, video or artificial intelligence capabilities while in uniform.
Navy orders new fixed-wing pilot helmets
The Next-Generation Fixed Wing Helmet will ultimately replace the HGU-55/P and HGU-68P legacy helmets.
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Army fires Fort Sill garrison commander
Baird assumed command of the garrison in June 2024. A spokesperson confirmed that he remains on active duty.
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US and Russia agree to reestablish military dialogue after Ukraine talks
High-level military communication was suspended in late 2021, as tension between Moscow and Washington rose ahead of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
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