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Defense, vets issues will factor in 2024 presidential race
Military and veterans policies will play a role in the debate over who should serve as commander-in-chief.
Officials: Warship seizes Iranian missile components
They suspect the parts were destined for Houthi rebels in Yemen.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Key Republicans, Dems blast Trump’s surprise withdrawal from Syria
The U.S. president has decided to withdraw his troops from northeastern Syria, essentially clearing the path for a Turkish military invasion of the region.
Did VA hospital leaders ignore recalls on faulty medical equipment?
Staffers say a recall of faulty IV equipment was ignored for more than a month despite several warnings.
Here’s how a popular form of entertainment is helping veterans deal with pain
The virtual reality experience has helped relieve pain — both physical and mental.
By Natalie Gross
9 Coast Guardsmen face drug charges in Alaska
Nine Coast Guard service members face criminal drug charges in Alaska stemming from an internal investigation, according to charging documents.
US lawmakers urge Trump to arm Ukraine, break silence on Russian blockade
Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are pressuring President Donald Trump to take a tougher line on Moscow after an incident at sea between Ukraine and Russia, which is ratcheting tensions between the two neighbors.
By Joe Gould
Last man standing: With Haley’s departure, will Mattis stick around?
Haley's departure means Mattis is just one of a few original national security Trump picks left in the White House.
By Tara Copp, AP
North Korean leader agrees to dismantle main nuclear site if US takes similar action
The two Koreas agreed to set up buffer zones, no-fly zone on border to reduce military tensions.
US lacks leverage as assault on Syrian enclave looms
Despite dire U.S. warnings and fears of a humanitarian disaster, the Trump administration has little leverage to stop Russia, Iran and Syria pressing ahead with a massive military assault against Syria’s northwest Idlib province.
US urges ‘enduring defeat’ of ISIS, offers force if necessary
U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley urged all countries on Thursday to ensure that the Islamic State extremist group faces “an enduring defeat” and said the United States will deepen partnerships with countries fighting terrorism “when force is necessary.”
By Edith M. Lederer, The Associated Press