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US military strike on suspected drug vessel kills four

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that the ship "was known by our intelligence to be involved in illicit narcotics smuggling."

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth attends a meeting of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group, after a meeting of NATO Defense Ministers at the Alliance headquarters, in Brussels, Belgium October 15, 2025.
Vehicles that are part of US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's motorcade leave the Civil-Military Coordination Center, in Kiryat Gat, southern Israel, October 24, 2025

US soldiers stationed in Kiryat Gat turn sleepy Israeli city into an unexpected hotspot

Drugs interdicted in the Caribbean Sea by US, Dutch, and Canadian vessels are seen on the US Coast Guard Cutter Valiant in Miami Beach, Florida, US March 6, 2025.

US military strikes suspected drug vessels in the eastern Pacific ocean

Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister Yariv Levin greets US Vice President JD Vance after the vice president lands in Israel. October 21, 2025.

Israelis should welcome US engagement, but be wary of possible challenges - editorial


US military base cancels event celebrating Jewish woman cyclist, cites DEI claims

The incident is the latest example of a broad crackdown on diversity initiatives that have pushed out Jewish representation.

The cover of "Pedal Pusher" by Mary Boone; the author at a book fair.

Death toll from Tennessee munitions blast lowered to 16, sheriff says

Sixteen people were killed in a massive explosion at a Tennessee explosives plant, as investigators work to determine the cause of the deadly blast.

Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis speaks to media at Accurate Energetic Systems on October 10, 2025 in McEwen, Tennessee.

US military troops arrive in Israel to monitor peace agreement - report

Officials said they are expected to work alongside representatives from partner countries, civilian organizations, and the private sector.

US President Donald Trump speaks about Israel and Hamas agreeing on the first phase of a Gaza ceasefire, as US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Secretary of State Marco Rubio sit next to him, during a cabinet meeting at the White House in Washington, DC, US, October 9, 2025

US to send 200 troops to Israel to establish coordination center on Gaza

“There will be no US soldiers on the ground,” a US official said. “However, personnel will be monitoring developments, and aircraft may operate over the Strip to provide situational awareness."

 (Illustrative) US army soldiers prepare for a live-fire drill which is a part of the joint military drill "Freedom Shield" between South Korea and US at a military training field near the demilitarized zone separating the two Koreas in Pocheon, South Korea, March 22, 2023.

Hamas agreed to deal after being convinced that hostages are a 'burden' to keep, US official says

“Within about two weeks, the first command post will be established in the Strip, with 200 American troops assisting in its construction,” the official said.

Palestinians celebrate, after US President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Hamas agreed on the first phase of a Gaza ceasefire, in Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip October 9, 2025

The Taliban and Afghanistan's neighbors signal opposition to US retaking Bagram base

While not directly addressing the Bagram issue, the Taliban and allies made it clear that they would not tolerate foreign military forces in Afghanistan.

A Taliban military helicopter carries injured victims of a deadly magnitude-6 earthquake that struck Afghanistan, in Mazar Dara, Kunar province, Afghanistan, September 2, 2025.

Palestinian mother of US Navy sailor evacuated from Gaza in coordinated operation - report

Ahlam Firwana was extracted through Israeli and Jordanian coordination after her son’s pleas to US officials.

PALESTINIANS RELOCATE after the IDF issued evacuation orders in Gaza City in June. The writer asks: How is it that an army that warns civilians before striking and holds itself to impossible ethical standards is accused of genocide?

Trump's Pentagon says press must agree not to disclose sensitive information

Reporters face potential credential loss under new Pentagon rules requiring approval before publishing sensitive military information, sparking media outcry.

US President Donald Trump delivers a speech during a ceremony marking the 24th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, next to a podium with the emblem of the Department of War.

Taliban rejects Trump demand to return Bagram Air Base

Taliban rejects Trump’s demand to return Bagram Air Base, citing Afghanistan’s sovereignty under the Doha Agreement. Trump warns “bad things” could follow if the US doesn’t regain control.

 A Taliban soldier enters a helicopter at Bagram Air Base in Parwan, Afghanistan, September 23, 2021. Picture taken September 23, 2021.

US naval academy on lockdown following report of armed intruder - report

A former midshipman reportedly returned to the US Naval Academy with a weapon, prompting a campus-wide lockdown as gunshots were heard inside Bancroft Hall.

Incoming freshmen march to their living quarters after the Oath of Office ceremony during Induction Day at the U.S. Naval Academy on June 26, 2025 in Annapolis, Maryland.

StemRad's gamma radiation shield takes part in USSOCOM drill

USSOCOM evaluators scored the StemRad 360 Gamma 98/100 for training effectiveness and 80/100 for operational effectiveness

USSOCOM troops using StemRad shield during a drill