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31 July

One Marine Dead, 8 Missing After Accident off California

At least one Marine has died and eight others remained missing Friday after an accident involving an amphibious assault vehicle off the California coast, the US military announced.

31 July

Americas

A US flag is pictured on a soldier's uniform during an artillery live fire event by the US Army Europe's 41st Field Artillery Brigade at the military training area in Grafenwoehr, southern Germany, on March 4, 2020.

Staff Writer With AFP

Poland Says US to Deploy Troops on Eastern Border

Washington will deploy at least 1,000 soldiers in Poland and oversee forces on NATO's eastern flank, Defense Minister Mariusz Blaszczak said Friday after the US announced a massive troop pullout from Germany.

30 July

Asia Pacific

China's Liaoning aircraft carrier (C) sailing during a drill in the South China Sea, April 18, 2018. Photo: AFP/Getty Images

Staff Writer With AFP

China Conducts Military Drills in South China Sea

Beijing recently conducted "high-intensity" naval exercises in the South China Sea, China's defense ministry said Thursday, as tensions grow over the Asian power's maneuvers in the contested waters.

29 July

Asia Pacific

An Afghan national Army 10th Special Operations Kandak Commando returns fire during offensive operations against the Taliban in Kunduz province, Afghanistan, January 20, 2018.

Staff Writer With AFP

US Hails Afghan Ceasefire as Hopes for Peace Talks Rise

Top US officials on Wednesday hailed a three-day ceasefire proposed by the Taliban and agreed by Kabul, raising hopes that the long-delayed peace talks between the two foes could begin next week.

24 July

Americas

Chief Master Sgt. Roger Towberman displays his insignia during a presentation of the United States Space Force flag in the Oval Office of the White House, Friday, May 15, 2020.

Staff Writer With AFP

US Accuses Russia of Firing Anti-Satellite Weapon in Space

The United States accused Russia on Thursday of test-firing an anti-satellite weapon in space, warning that the threat against Washington's systems was "real, serious and increasing."

23 July

Asia Pacific

Taliban fighters patrol an area in rural Afghanistan

Staff Writer With AFP

Taliban Propose Potential Afghan Talks Timeline as Violence Soars

The Taliban are prepared to hold peace talks with the Afghan government next month straight after the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha, the insurgents said Thursday.

23 July

Middle East

US soldiers stand at the Qayyarah Air Base, where US-led troops in 2017 helped Iraqis plan out the fight against the Islamic State in nearby Mosul

Staff Writer With AFP

US General Sees Iraq Troop Drawdown as IS Threat Dims

A feared resurgence of the Islamic State has not so far materialized in Iraq, paving the way for a further coalition troop drawdown, a US commander said Wednesday.

22 July

Africa

Staff Writer With AFP

US Says Airstrike Killed Seven Jihadists in Somalia

A US airstrike targeting the Islamic State group in Somalia killed seven jihadists, the American military said Wednesday.

17 July

Commentary

A demonstrator makes a hand gesture believed to have white supremacist connotations, Aug. 17, 2019, in Portland, Oregon, United States

Zakir Gul, Suleyman Ozeren, and Ismail Dincer Gunes

What Does Al-Qaeda Tell Us About The Base?

The rapid growth and vocal intensity of white, racially motivated violent extremist groups that prioritize and engage in domestic terrorism is troubling.

16 July

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