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A Ukrainian F-16 fighter jet crashed on Monday, Aug. 26, while responding to a large-scale Russian missile attack, marking the first known loss of the U.S.-supplied aircraft since they were introduced into Ukraine’s defense arsenal. The jet, piloted by Oleksiy Mes, was reportedly on a mission to intercept Russian missiles when contact was lost as it approached its next target.

Correction: Ukrainian pilot killed as F-16 crashes during Russian missile attack

Vice President Kamala Harris did her first interview as an official presidential candidate on Thursday.

Harris, Walz give first interview since becoming 2024 candidates

The US sent more than a dozen naval vessels, plus air assets, to the Middle East. They are 'postured to support the defense of Israel.'

The US’ ironclad commitment to Israel means lots of ships, jets

Former President Trump is being accused of breaking the rules on partisan political events at Arlington with a video released on his TikTok.

What does federal law say about partisan politics at Arlington National Cemetery?

Eight advocacy groups are calling on the Pentagon to address hazardous living conditions faced by military families on U.S. bases worldwide. These conditions include mold, contaminated water, lead paint, and pest infestations. The groups insist these issues need immediate attention rather than waiting for long-term renovations that could take years.

Pentagon pressured to address hazardous conditions on US bases

There's controversy over former President Donald Trump's recent visit to Arlington National Cemetery.

Controversy over Trump photos at Arlington National Cemetery

Morocco is on track to be the first North African nation with HIMARS, or High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems.

Morocco will be first North African nation with HIMARS

The U.S. military has deployed a fleet of MQ-9A Reaper drones to this air base in Okinawa, Japan, as part of a broader effort to enhance its surveillance capabilities in the Pacific. This deployment is intended to improve the US's ability to monitor critical areas near Japan and China.

US deploys Reaper drones to Okinawa to boost Pacific surveillance

A new report shows President Biden was warned building a temporary pier to bring humanitarian aid to Gaza was a bad idea but when forward with it anyway.

Biden authorized humanitarian aid pier in Gaza despite warnings: Report

Two high-stakes operations unfolded in the Pacific Ocean as Mexico's navy chased down speedboats carrying a massive load of illegal cargo. During these raids, the navy seized more than 15,800 pounds of suspected cocaine, capturing dramatic footage of helicopters and patrol boats in pursuit of drug-laden speedboats.

Mexican navy seizes nearly 8 tons of cocaine in high-stakes Pacific raids

This week on Weapons & Warfare, the team explores a solution to the military’s billion-dollar parts problem.

Taking additive manufacturing to the fight: Weapons and Warfare

Maintaining old equipment presents challenges as parts that were once easy to find are no longer produced. Enter: additive manufacturing.

Military embraces additive manufacturing to maintain aging equipment

The M1A2 Abrams has been America's main battle tank for a number of years and through a number of upgrades.

The M1A2 Abrams Tank is still a formidable force: Weapon of the week

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he has a plan to end the war with Russia and that the Kursk offensive was part of that plan.

Zelenskyy says Kursk incursion part of plan to end war with Russia

Russia’s August 26 missile and drone attack on Ukraine cost $1.3 billion, reflecting the financial toll of Russia's military operations.

Russia spent $1.3 billion on Monday’s strike against Ukraine: Report

The Israeli military announced it has rescued a hostage captured during the Oct. 7 terrorist attack by Hamas on Tuesday, August 27.

Israeli military rescues Oct. 7 hostage during ‘complex operation’

U.S. Army Pvt. Travis King, who crossed into North Korea last year, is set to plead guilty to five military charges, including desertion, according to his lawyer. King, who ran across the Demilitarized Zone from South Korea into North Korea in July 2023, faced 14 charges under the Uniform Code of Military Justice, including assault and solicitation of child pornography.

Army private who fled to North Korea to plead guilty to multiple charges

Trump is trying to use Afghanistan anniversary as an example of failed foreign policy for Harris, who supported Biden's decision to withdraw.

Trump lays wreath at Arlington for Afghanistan attack anniversary

Israel delivered its most significant strike against Hezbollah since October 8. Now, the group is trying to save face in the Arab world.

Arab world ‘mocking’ Hezbollah after Israel strikes

Japanese officials confirm a Chinese military aircraft breached Japanese airspace, escalating tensions in the region.

Chinese spy plane breaches Japanese airspace in historic first

Ukraine caught much of the world by surprise when it invaded Russia on Aug. 6, and is so far proving Russian nuclear threats were hollow.

Ukraine incursion into Kursk proves Russian red lines ‘pointless’

A new report reveals that Kursk residents feel abandoned by Moscow and increased anger toward Ukraine over Kyiv's incursion.

Kursk residents feel abandoned as many flee, some regions out of body bags

The International Atomic Energy Agency is warning Ukrainian and Russian forces to stop fighting near a Kursk nuclear plant in order to avert disaster.

UN warns of Chernobyl-like disaster if fighting in Kursk doesn’t stop

Russian soldier defects to Ukraine after planting explosives at his base, providing critical intelligence on Russian troop movements.

Russian soldier plants explosives at military base, defects to Ukraine