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Marine embassy security guard dies on duty in Republic of Congo
Lance Cpl. Nicholas Maurice Dural, 20, of Lafayette, Louisiana, had been serving at the U.S. embassy in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, since April.
North Korean official says Biden criticism of missile launches reveals ‘deep-seated hostility’ toward country
Biden was restrained as he admonished North Korea for the launches, which were a violation of U.N. sanctions against the North.
28 Nebraska, Texas National Guard medical personnel heading to Czech Republic to help with virus surge
Medical personnel from the Nebraska and Texas National Guards are expected to treat patients at Prague’s military hospital and a new field hospital at the city’s exhibition ground.
By Karel Janicek
Warring Afghans meet to find peace after decades of war
Afghanistan’s warring sides started negotiations for the first time, bringing together the Taliban and delegates appointed by the Afghan government Saturday for historic meetings aimed at ending decades of war.
By Aya Batrawy, The Associated Press
ROK/US combined training protects integrity of the OPCON transition process
The transition sends a message of trust in and respect for Korean military leaders, says the author of this commentary.
By David Maxwell
South Dakota Guardsmen honor Civil War dead by cleaning tombstones
Members of the National Guard cleaned the tombstones of Civil War soldiers at South Dakota's Yankton city cemetery.
By Cora Van Olson, Yankton Daily Press & Dakotan via the AP
South Korea, US postpone annual military drills due to virus
The South Korean and U.S. militaries have postponed their annual drills out of concerns over a virus outbreak.
No more curfew for US troops in South Korea
“After assessing the curfew data and consulting with USFK leaders including component commanders, I decided to end the curfew effective December 17,” Gen. Robert B. Abrams, United States Forces Korea commander."
By Shawn Snow
Competing and winning in Africa, a vast theater of opportunity
U.S. investment and its small U.S. defense footprint is making a difference in Africa, but the field is changing and competition is fierce.
By Col. Chris Karns
China unveils drones, missiles and hypersonic glide vehicle at military parade
China has showcased new types of missiles and unmanned platforms for the first time at a military parade in its capital to mark the 70th anniversary of its founding.
By Mike Yeo
North Korea to Trump: Make ‘bold decision’ to revive diplomacy
North Korea accused the United States on Friday of failing to follow through on summit agreements between U.S. President Donald Trump and the country's leader, Kim Jong Un, but said it is placing hope in the U.S. president's "wise option and bold decision."
By Edith M. Lederer, The Associated Press