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Advocates recruit vets to attend Afghan allies’ immigration hearings

The effort is designed to show support for legal immigration of more Afghans who worked alongside American forces during the war overseas.

Strikes only set back Iran’s nuclear program by months, US report says

A report by the Defense Intelligence Agency found that while the US strikes did significant damage, the Iranian nuclear sites were not totally destroyed.

Afghanistan War Commission hears from vets as it tackles troop surge

The commission will hold a multipanel hearing on what for many is a defining point of the war: President Barack Obama’s troop surge in late 2009.

How the US bombarded Iranian nuclear sites while avoiding detection

Taking off from the U.S. heartland, B-2 stealth bombers, aided by refueling tankers and fighter jets, delivered a total of 420,000 pounds of explosives.

Navy uses 3-D printing to manufacture destroyer parts

The 3-D printing process reduced the manufacturing time of one part, which traditionally takes nearly a year to produce, by 80%.

How the US has shifted military jets and ships in the Middle East

As America’s national security leaders discuss next steps, the Pentagon has moved to ensure that troops and bases in the region are protected.

IAVA names former Marine Corps pilot Kyleanne Hunter as next CEO

Hunter becomes the second woman to lead the advocacy group's efforts in highlighting the challenges of young veterans.

Opinion

Inside the US Army’s C2 upgrade – what industry can expect

Commercial hardware and software will be key to the service's command-and-control overhaul, according to Joseph Welch of Army Futures Command.

US military changes tone in Africa, urges burden-sharing among allies

The U.S. military’s new posture comes even though many African armies remain ill-equipped and insurgent groups expand.

How Memorial Day has evolved from its Civil War origins

Memorial Day is supposed to be about mourning the nation’s fallen troops. But it’s come to anchor the unofficial start of summer and retail discounts.