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Iran state TV says helicopter confronted US destroyer in Gulf of Oman
An Iranian state TV report said Iranian forces dispatched a helicopter to confront a U.S. Navy destroyer identified as the Fitzgerald on Wednesday.
Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy James Honea set to retire
Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy James Honea will retire from the Navy on Sept. 12, 2025, after nearly four decades of service.
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Navy destroyer at southern border intercepts 3,439 pounds of cocaine
Two suspects were arrested, and the vessel carrying the cocaine was sunk after being deemed too hazardous to others at sea.
Hegseth replaces Naval Academy superintendent
Navy Vice. Adm. Yvette M. Davids, the first female to serve as superintendent of the school, will be reassigned to a different position.
Navy to clear records for some sailors who refused COVID-19 vaccine
The settlement comes as the result of a class-action lawsuit brought by sailors who denied the COVID-19 vaccine due to religious reasons.
Pentagon shifts $200 million to seal off border bombing range
The Pentagon is seeking to reallocate $200 million in funding for barriers to seal off areas surrounding Arizona’s Barry M. Goldwater Air Force Range.
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Under new Trump rules, US troops sound the alarm on border crossings
U.S. troop deployments at the border have tripled to 7,600 and include every branch of the military — even as the number of attempted crossings plummet.
CENTCOM strike kills ISIS leader in Syria amid US troop drawdown
American officials said that Dhiya’ Zawba Muslih al-Hardani posed a threat to U.S. and allied forces.
Defense official disputes Iranian report of encounter with US warship
The destroyer Fitzgerald had a "safe and professional interaction" with an Iranian helicopter while operating in international waters, the official said.
Trump pick to lead VA health care reopens fight over ‘choice’ for vets
John Bartrum, nominee to be VA Under Secretary for Health, said he wants more freedom for veterans to use medical care options outside the department.
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State Department OKs $322 million in proposed weapons sales to Ukraine
The potential sales include $150 million for the supply and overhaul of U.S. armored vehicles, and $172 million for surface-to-air missile systems.
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Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy James Honea set to retire
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Hegseth replaces Naval Academy superintendent
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