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Iraq’s leader wants US troops out, but there’s no timeline in place
Iraq's prime minister has said it's time for troops to go, but hasn't made any formal requests.
Army officer who reported prisoner abuses dies at age 42
Former Maj. Ian Fishback said Army superiors ignored his complaints.
Community gathers for veteran’s funeral, family not located
Army Spc. Michael J. Gilmer died in late October in the Fort Harrison Veterans Affairs Medical Center’s intensive care unit.
By Nolan Lister, Independent Record
Former interpreter: Afghan allies need our help
A former interpreter for the U.S. military in Iraq is calling on Americans to help allies in Afghanistan.
By Ahmed Mushref
A GI Bill for Afghan allies
This initiative would be critical to accelerating their integration and maximizing their ultimate contribution to their new country.
By Desaix Myers and Doug Livermore
U.S. Defense, State officials will meet with rescue groups to help evacuate Americans, Afghan allies
The Pentagon and State need to work more closely with veterans to help rescue American and Afghan allies, the founder of one rescue effort says.
By Howard Altman
‘Interpreters’ documentary spotlights plight of Afghans, Iraqis who risked everything to help U.S. troops
In the aftermath of the Taliban’s Afghanistan takeover, the dire situation encountered by interpreters has once more become a prevalent topic of conversation. But for how long?
By Jon Simkins
US soldier loses one Afghan translator; fights to save another
Their efforts started long before this month’s chaotic rush to evacuate Afghans after the Taliban’s swift takeover.
This Afghan family fled Kabul. A Virginia military network gave them a new home
Ramin Sharifi, through the help of some American allies, is settling into his new home with his family.
By Sarah Sicard