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Senior military leader calms fears over aid operation off Gaza coast Mar 29, 2024

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Some Republican lawmakers, though, remain skeptical.

Russia, Iran military partnership rears its head with drones in Ukraine Mar 28, 2024

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The assessment comes from a U.S. Central Command report.

Coast Guard conducts search and research mission after Baltimore bridge collapse Mar 27, 2024

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The Associated Press reported that six construction workers are presumed dead from the accident.

House China Committee gets new leader as Gallagher exits Mar 26, 2024

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Gallagher's previous efforts included legislation over the social media site TikTok -- and efforts to force the company to become American-owned for national security reasons.

Marine wargames offer a look at the future — and fuel dissent Mar 25, 2024

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Marine Corps reporter Irene Loewenson breaks down how wargames are fueling strategic choices in the service.

March Madness…of defense spending Mar 22, 2024

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Congress released the nearly six-month late defense budget yesterday.

North Korea drone tech may present challenge in Asia Mar 21, 2024

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Adm. John Aquilino testified before the House Armed Services Committee yesterday.

In effort to deter China, US military wishlist triples in size Mar 20, 2024

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The wishlist comes as China’s actions grow more aggressive in the region.

One key senator eyes troop pay raises, increased funds for military housing Mar 19, 2024

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Sen. Reed leads the Senate Armed Services Committee.

Nearly $1 trillion defense budget faces scrutiny both for being too large and falling short Mar 18, 2024

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That figure is drawing criticism both for being too large and for falling short.

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