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When the US left Kabul, these vets tried to help Afghans left behind
In 2021, the U.S. military withdrew from Afghanistan when the last American plane departed Kabul. But for some Americans, that wasn't the end of the story.
IAVA founder launches new effort to put independent veterans in office
Independent candidates have until Aug. 31 to apply to be endorsed by the group.
Three years after Abbey Gate, Air Force nurse receives Bronze Star
A flight nurse that risked his life to save victims of the 2021 Kabul airport attack was awarded a Bronze Star earlier this month for his valor.
By Riley Ceder
US-led drone strike in Syria kills al-Qaida-linked leader
A local media activist said the motorcycle the senior leader was riding was hit by two missiles.
Military sexual assault rate higher than DOD estimates, report finds
During the war in Afghanistan, 24% of active duty women and 1.9% of active duty men experienced sexual assault, the report found.
Airman deployed to ‘undisclosed location’ dies in non-combat incident
Wright was assigned to the Air Force’s 27th Special Operations Logistics Readiness Squadron and deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve.
By Jon Simkins
Hostage return sparks new hope for Marine vet’s liberty
Twelve years after Marine veteran and journalist Austin Tice's abduction in Syria, his family continues to hold hope for his safe return.
By Todd South
VA to expand benefits access for US vets of K2 Uzbekistan base
Roughly three-quarters of the 16,000 known U.S. veterans who served at K2 in Uzbekistan are already receiving some disability benefits, the VA said.
Pilot errors, safety culture blamed in fatal Marine Corps Osprey crash
In a report released Friday, investigators recommended punitive actions, including potential court-martial charges, against squadron leadership.
By Tara Copp
Could thousands more US Marines be stationed in Australia?
An Australian think tank report argues that putting more Marines in the Land Down Under is both urgent and doable.
By Todd South
US Marines and Japanese military put new radar on Taiwan’s doorstep
The radar system combines five legacy platforms into once piece of gear and is part of efforts to make Marine littoral regiments agile and autonomous.
By Todd South