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US troops doubled in Syria before Assad’s overthrow, Pentagon says
The surge of 1,100 troops to the country has been going on for months without being disclosed publicly.
US-led drone strike in Syria kills al-Qaida-linked leader
A local media activist said the motorcycle the senior leader was riding was hit by two missiles.
5 US troops, 2 contractors injured in rocket attack at Iraq base
Five of those injured Monday are being treated at the al-Asad air base and two were evacuated, but all seven individuals are in stable condition.
By Lolita C. Baldor
RIP to a Marine general who paved the way for the Corps of today
Gen. George Crist was the first Marine general to run a unified combatant command, ushering in joint operations as the norm.
By Todd South
Several US troops injured in rocket attack in Iraq, officials say
The attack comes amid rising tensions following the killings of a senior Hezbollah commander in Lebanon and Hamas' top leader in Iran.
By Lolita C. Baldor
US says troops are leaving Niger bases this weekend
The U.S. military commander in Niger says all American forces and equipment will leave a small base in the West African country this weekend.
Master sergeant earns Bronze Star for leadership after Al Asad attack
Master Sgt. Peter Pease was awarded a Bronze Star for his actions at Al Asad Air Base, Iraq, following a drone attack in October 2023.
29th Marine Commandant Al Gray’s personal items set for auction
Among the items are awards, decorations, dog tags and commemorative weapons.
By Todd South
US airstrike targeting al-Qaida leader in Syria killed a farmer
A U.S. airstrike in Syria in May 2023 that was targeting an al-Qaida leader killed an innocent civilian instead, U.S. Central Command said Thursday.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press