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Islamic State attacks on track to double in Iraq and Syria: CENTCOM

The Islamic State group claimed 153 attacks in both countries in the first six months of 2024, U.S. Central Command said Wednesday.

Army veteran found guilty of faking paralysis to get VA benefits

The jury found former soldier William Rich guilty on six counts.

Opinion

The power of relationships and partnerships forged by special ops

The history of special operations in the U.S. is replete with examples that demonstrate how vital this can be.

Biden to host Iraq’s leader as Mideast tensions soar

President Joe Biden is set to host Iraq's leader as tensions across the Middle East soar over the war in Gaza and Iran's retaliatory attack on Israel.

20 years later, Abu Ghraib detainees get their day in US court

A trial scheduled for April 15, 2024, will mark the first time survivors of Iraq’s Abu Ghraib prison will bring claims of torture to a U.S. jury.

Deployed troops inhaled toxic air even while off-duty, study finds

Lung samples from service members they tested found traces of toxic vaporized metals and other hazardous items, well above that of non-deployed personnel.

Troops in Iraq, Syria had close calls with militia attacks

Nearly 200 troops have been injured in attacks from Iran-backed militant groups since October.

The National Guard’s quiet role in Iraq, Syria and Jordan

Guardsmen are facing more hostility downrange than they have in years.

Served in Iraq, Syria or Jordan recently? We want to hear from you.

We want to hear from troops who have served in Iraq, Syria or Jordan in recent years.

Most casualties from recent attacks in Middle East are brain injuries

Troops have been attacked 170 times since October.