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Congress awards the Congressional Gold Medal to 13 American troops killed in the Kabul airport bombing as the U.S. withdrew from Afghanistan. Getty Images

Congress awards Gold Medal to 13 troops killed in Kabul bombing

The United States and Britian accused Tehran of supplying weapons to Russia for use in its war against Ukraine on Tuesday, Sept. 10. AP Images

US says Iran is giving ballistic missiles to Russia to attack Ukraine

Russia and China launch major joint naval drills, enhancing strategic ties amid U.S. naval adjustments in the Western Pacific. Reuters

Russia launches biggest naval drills in 30 years, China joins the action

Ukraine struck Moscow and parts of western Russia in one of its biggest-ever drone attacks Tuesday. According to Russia, at least one woman is dead and dozens of homes have been destroyed.  Reuters

Ukraine hits Russia in biggest drone attack yet; dozens killed in Israeli strike on Gaza tent camp

As the U.S. continues its support for Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict with Russia, it's not just military aid crossing the Atlantic—billions of dollars are flowing into the U.S. economy, invigorating the defense industry across more than 35 states. Getty Images

Pennsylvania, Arizona, Texas benefit most from US defense aid for Ukraine

Poland announced on Monday, Sept. 9, that it had taken out a cyber-attack operation linked to Belarus and Russia. Getty Images

Polish security takes down covert Russia-linked sabotage group

The United States has reached a tentative agreement with Iraq to withdraw hundreds of American-led troops by September 2025, with all remaining forces expected to depart by the end of 2026. This decision follows extensive negotiations, reflecting a significant shift in U.S. military strategy in the region. DVIDS

Troops scheduled to leave Iraq by 2026, US shifts to advisory role

After a three-year investigation, the GOP-led House Foreign Affairs Committee released its report on the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan on Sunday, Sept. 8. The 354-page report blames the chaotic withdrawal on the Biden administration, saying the effort was rushed and done despite allies and advisers saying that was a bad idea. Reuters

House GOP releases report on Afghanistan withdrawal after 3-year investigation

With just one day to go, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are preparing for the first debate between the presidential candidates. AP Images

Trump, Harris prepare for presidential debate with 1 day to go

Ukraine is launching an investigation into the alleged execution of three surrendering Ukrainian soldiers at the hands of Russian forces on Aug. 27. Getty Images

Video reportedly shows Russians killing surrendering Ukrainian troops

A Senior Chief on the USS Manchester orchestrated an unauthorized plot using Starlink to set up a Wi-Fi network named 'Stinky'. DVIDS

‘Stinky’ scheme to install unauthorized Wi-Fi on Navy warship

Hamas released a propaganda video American-Israeli hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, who was executed by the militant group last weekend. Goldberg-Polin OK'd the sharing of the video in the hopes it will put international pressure on Israel to accept a ceasefire and secure a deal to bring the remaining 101 hostages' home. Getty Images

Israeli-American hostage’s family OKs sharing of Hamas video of son

President Biden is mulling a decision to send Ukraine AGM-158 Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles. JASSMs are air-launched cruise missiles. Lockheed Martin

Biden could send Ukraine long-range cruise missiles soon

Israel Defense Forces revealed new details about the living conditions six hostages were living in before being executed. Getty Images

IDF reveals new details on living conditions of 6 executed hostages

The Navy has relieved Commander Cameron Yaste of his duties months after a photo of him went viral for the wrong reasons. US Navy

US Navy commander pictured in viral photo of backward scope relieved of duty

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's approval ratings have dropped to 52% as of December 2024, down from 90% in March 2022. Getty Images

Ukraine to hold onto Russian territories ‘indefinitely’: Zelenskyy

Military contractor EpiSci took part in Silent Swarm 2024, where it moved its AI pilot from the air to the captain’s seat on the water. Havoc AI

EpiSci’s AI technology shines in Silent Swarm 2024 as pilot, captain

Meet the innovative a company taking AI pilots out of the cockpit and putting them into the captain’s chair. Havoc AI

Testing plug-and-play AI pilots: Weapons and Warfare

The U.S. Army’s multi-functional reconnaissance company (MFRC) represents a new era in combat, and a new concept for conflict. 101st Airborne Division

The US Army’s Multi-Functional Reconnaissance Company: Weapon of the week

Ukrainian drone innovators are at it again, this time rigging an unmanned aerial vehicle to rain fire from above. UAF

Ukraine unleashes ‘Dragon’s Breath’ against Russia

Researchers have identified a probable deployment site for Russia’s new “Burevestnik” nuclear missile, north of Moscow. Reuters

Researchers identify likely site for Russia’s new nuclear missile

Russia's missile attack on a Ukrainian military facility and hospital in Poltava kills 41, injures over 180, escalating conflict. Reuters

Russian missile strike on Ukrainian military college leaves 41 dead

Two U.S. Marines were assaulted by Turkish nationalists in Izmir during a port visit; 15 attackers were detained by authorities. Reuters

US Marines assaulted by nationalist group during Turkey port visit

Russia, the nation Sen. John McCain said was a "gas station masquerading as a country," will no longer publicly disclose oil production data. Reuters

Russia makes oil production data a state secret