Military

Fox News — Latest Aug 22

Navy Veterans Complete Cross-Country Bike Ride to Honor 9/11

Navy veterans Jim Serger and Cory Hardy completed a bike ride from California to New York City to honor the 25th anniversary of 9/11. The journey involved significant preparation and challenges, and they have raised over $17,000 for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

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stripes.com Aug 22

Navy Families Evacuated from Bahrain Face Uncertainty Amid Ongoing Conflict

U.S. Navy families evacuated from Bahrain due to the Iran war are facing ongoing uncertainty as they are advised not to return for the foreseeable future. Many families are incurring significant expenses and dealing with the emotional toll of prolonged displacement. Military officials are adjusting support programs, but challenges remain as families navigate complex policies and logistical issues.

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stripes.com Aug 22

Pentagon Dismisses Editor-in-Chief, Publisher, and Reporter of Stars and Stripes

The Pentagon has terminated the editor-in-chief, publisher, and a reporter of Stars and Stripes, citing issues of insubordination and differing views on editorial independence. The dismissals come amid ongoing changes to the publication's oversight and content policies.

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Fox News — Latest Aug 21

Pentagon dismisses publisher, editor, and reporter from Stars and Stripes

The Pentagon has dismissed the publisher, editor-in-chief, and a reporter from Stars and Stripes, citing insubordination related to their participation in a CBS segment about the newspaper's reform. The dismissed staff members are Max Lederer, Erik Slavin, and Lara Korte, who have expressed concerns about maintaining editorial independence. The Pentagon's plans for Stars and Stripes include a focus on impactful journalism for service members.

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Washington Examiner Aug 21

Polymarket Reports Insider Trading Cases to Justice Department

Polymarket has flagged multiple accounts for potential insider trading related to military operations to the Justice Department. The Anti-Corruption Data Collective's analysis revealed that certain users, categorized as orcas, showed signs of insider trading, earning significant profits from their bets. This follows a case involving an Army soldier charged with using classified information for betting on military operations.

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The Daily Beast Aug 21

Pentagon Dismisses Publisher and Editor of Stars and Stripes

The Pentagon has dismissed the publisher and editor of Stars and Stripes, citing insubordination related to comments made in a CBS interview about censorship. The decision has raised concerns about the editorial independence of the military news outlet, which is funded by taxpayers and has a daily circulation of approximately 1.4 million.

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cbsnews.com Aug 21

Pentagon Issues Separation Notices to Publisher and Editor of Stars and Stripes

The Pentagon has issued separation notices to the publisher and editor of Stars and Stripes, citing insubordination. Publisher Max Lederer plans to retire at the end of September, while Editor-in-Chief Erik Slavin has publicly disagreed with Pentagon leadership. Stars and Stripes has been a critical source of information for military personnel and their families, with a significant portion of its budget funded by taxpayers.

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Washington Examiner Aug 21

Army to phase out drone battalion focused on lessons from Ukraine war

The U.S. Army is phasing out the Unmanned Assault Battalion, which was created to learn from the Russia-Ukraine war. The battalion will transition to its core functions as part of a mobile brigade combat team while continuing to participate in military exercises. The Army remains focused on adapting to new warfare technologies, particularly drones.

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PBS NewsHour Aug 21

U.S.-South Korea military drill concludes early following North Korea's missile tests

The U.S.-South Korea military exercise, Ulchi Freedom Shield, ended a day early after President Trump ordered a reduction in its scale. The decision was influenced by Trump's relationship with North Korea and South Korea's stance on the Iran conflict.

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Fox News — Latest Aug 21

Pentagon Considers Termination of Stars and Stripes Publisher Max Lederer

The Pentagon is considering the termination of Max Lederer, the publisher of Stars and Stripes, who announced his retirement effective at the end of September. Concerns over his job performance and leadership have been cited, while conflicting reports exist regarding the newspaper's readership and funding sources.

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Fox News — Politics Aug 21

Ukraine Develops Homegrown Glide Bomb to Reduce Dependence on Foreign Weapons

Ukraine is set to acquire the Vyrivniuvach, or 'Equalizer,' a homegrown glide bomb developed to enhance its military capabilities and reduce reliance on foreign weapons. The bomb has completed testing and is designed to be deployed from various aircraft, allowing for safer strikes against Russian forces. Despite its development, Ukraine will still depend on some foreign components.

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stripes.com Aug 20

USS George Washington Arrives in Middle East to Relieve USS Abraham Lincoln

The USS George Washington has arrived in the U.S. Central Command theater to relieve the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed for over 250 days. Concerns have been raised about the mental health and morale of the Lincoln's crew during this extended deployment. Officials have stated that issues related to crew conditions have been addressed.

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cnn.com Aug 20

US Navy Considers Renaming Aircraft Carrier Originally Honoring Doris Miller

The US Navy is considering renaming an aircraft carrier originally designated to honor Doris Miller, a Black sailor recognized for his heroism at Pearl Harbor. Internal discussions have suggested a potential name change to honor former President Donald Trump, while the Navy is also recommending Miller for the Medal of Honor. The Navy is under pressure to finalize the carrier's name before its keel-laying ceremony at the end of the year.

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PBS NewsHour Aug 20

North Korea launches ballistic missiles toward the sea

On August 20, 2026, North Korea fired several ballistic missiles into the sea, as reported by South Korea's military. This event followed North Korea's rejection of a U.S. initiative to decrease military drills with South Korea, aimed at resuming diplomatic efforts.

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theatlantic.com Aug 20

Ukrainian Officials Consider AI Drone Strikes on Moscow Airports

Ukrainian officials considered a plan to target Moscow airports with AI-enabled drones to disrupt international flights. President Zelensky had concerns about civilian safety and legality, leading to a halt in planning after the dismissal of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. Russian authorities reported multiple airport closures due to threats from Ukrainian drones.

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Fox News — Latest Aug 20

Trump States North Korea Has 57 Nuclear Weapons

On August 20, 2026, President Donald Trump claimed that North Korea has 57 nuclear weapons, the first specific number provided by a U.S. official. This statement was made while discussing his relationship with Kim Jong Un and potential future meetings. Trump also announced a reduction in U.S.-South Korea military exercises, which he believes sends a better message to North Korea.

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Washington Examiner Aug 20

North Korea Responds to U.S. Decision to Scale Back Military Drills with South Korea

North Korea has reacted to the U.S. decision to scale back military drills with South Korea, stating that it does not change the perceived provocative nature of the exercises. Kim Yo Jong, sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, emphasized that the drills remain aggressive despite their reduction. The U.S. and South Korea confirmed the scaling back of their Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises, raising concerns about joint defense readiness.

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abcnews.com Aug 20

Trump Criticizes US-South Korea Military Exercises as Insulting to North Korea

President Trump criticized the joint U.S.-South Korea military exercises as insulting to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, following a decision to shorten the drills. North Korea responded by reaffirming its view of the exercises as provocative. Trump also mentioned plans to meet with Kim later this year and defended his relationship with the North Korean leader.

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PBS NewsHour Aug 19

Trump Discusses Relationship with North Korea and U.S. Allies

President Trump highlighted his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and expressed his displeasure with U.S.-South Korea joint military exercises during a discussion on August 19, 2026. Rebeccah Heinrichs from the Hudson Institute provided insights on Trump's relationships with U.S. allies.

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Axios Aug 19

Syrian Foreign Minister Responds to Israeli Airstrike on Abu al-Duhur Airbase

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani criticized Israel's airstrike on the Abu al-Duhur airbase, claiming it was unjustified and not related to any Turkish military presence. He stated that Syria was not collaborating with Turkey for military purposes and expressed a desire for negotiations with Israel to enhance regional stability.

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