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February 19, 2024

Moroccan navy intercepts 141 migrants attempting to reach Spain by crossing Atlantic Ocean

The Moroccan navy intercepted 141 migrants attempting to cross the Atlantic Ocean from West Africa to Spain's Canary Islands, according to Morocco's Royal Armed Forces.

February 19, 2024

Abbott announces military base camp in Eagle Pass to combat border crisis

Retired CBP officer Rosa Arellano on Texas taking extra steps to address the border crisis and says border military base is 'absolutely necessary'

February 18, 2024

How a lizard-like robot could help the Navy 'prevent catastrophes': decorated veteran

Doug Philippone, a venture capitalist, touted three devices companies in his portfolio have developed. He says they could provide significant benefits to the military.

February 18, 2024

US launches 5 airstrikes against Houthi anti-ship missiles, destroys underwater drone

The U.S. launched five aristrikes against Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen this weekend, destroying anti-ship missiles and drones.

February 18, 2024

Lawsuit accuses New York National Guard soldiers of sexually exploiting migrants at hotel

A lawsuit against New York National Guard troops alleges that the Guardsman engaged in multiple instances of sexual exploitation, including demanding sexual favors.

February 17, 2024

Female cyclist uninvited to Women's Day event due to previous Israeli military service

Leah Goldstein was invited to speak at a Women's Day event, but the invitation was rescinded due to her previous Israeli military service.

February 17, 2024

Chuck Mawhinney, deadliest sniper in US Marine Corps history, dies at 75

Chuck Mawhinney, the most deadly sniper in US Marine Corps history, passed away earlier this week at his home in Baker City, Oregon. He had 103 confirmed kills.

February 17, 2024

Urban warfare expert says Israeli military taking unprecedented steps to protect Gaza civilians

Israel is being held to ridiculous standards as it takes unprecedented steps to avoid harming civilians in Gaza and faces an unprecedented war, a West Point urban warfare expert says

February 17, 2024

Putin continues cleaning house with navy command shake-up as Ukraine year 3 looms

Russia has suffered significant setbacks after Ukraine managed to successfully destroy over two dozen of Russian President Vladimir Putin's Black Sea Fleet vessels, including a ship valued at $70 million.

February 16, 2024

US downs more Houthi drones; American public lulled into complacency by Navy's power, defense official says

A senior defense official said the U.S. shot down four Houthi drones, but cautioned about a potential escalation should a missile hit a warship.