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Mystery Flying Wing Aircraft Photographed Over The Philippines (Updated)
Indo-Pacific

Mystery Flying Wing Aircraft Photographed Over The Philippines (Updated)

The aircraft resembles the one seen in an image taken in California a year ago that is thought to be of the elusive RQ-180 stealth spy aircraft.

This Video Of A Red Bull Stunt Pilot Flying Through Two Tunnels Is Absolutely Bonkers
Turkey

This Video Of A Red Bull Stunt Pilot Flying Through Two Tunnels Is Absolutely Bonkers

Dario Costa set four world records after successfully completing a super-intense flight through two consecutive tunnels near Istanbul.

Slovak Military Refutes Claim That One Of Their Special Operators Was On One Of The Last C-17s Out Of Kabul
Afghanistan

Slovak Military Refutes Claim That One Of Their Special Operators Was On One Of The Last C-17s Out Of Kabul

The mysterious soldier was one of a number of people who managed to get out even after the airport gates were supposed to be shut once and for all.

Bunker Talk: Let’s Chat About All The Stories We Did And Didn’t Cover This Week
Bunker Talk

Bunker Talk: Let’s Chat About All The Stories We Did And Didn’t Cover This Week

Talk amongst yourselves.

This “Ghost Fleet” Ship Firing An SM-6 Missile From A Modular Launcher Is A Glimpse Of The Future
U.S. Homeland

This “Ghost Fleet” Ship Firing An SM-6 Missile From A Modular Launcher Is A Glimpse Of The Future

Adding modular weapons launchers to the Navy's experimental unmanned vessels will allow the service to explore new distributed warfare concepts.

Let’s Take Our First Look At Kratos’ Airwolf Tactical Drone
Skyborg

Let’s Take Our First Look At Kratos’ Airwolf Tactical Drone

Airwolf is much lighter, smaller, and more affordable than Kratos' other combat drone offerings.

Chemical Accident Aboard Navy Destroyer In Portland Brings Refit To A Halt
U.S. Navy

Chemical Accident Aboard Navy Destroyer In Portland Brings Refit To A Halt

USS McCampbell is the first destroyer to go through a major modernization at Vigor's Swan Island Shipyard.

This Marine’s Must-Watch Video Shows What Really Happened During The Kabul Evacuation (Updated)
Afghanistan

This Marine’s Must-Watch Video Shows What Really Happened During The Kabul Evacuation (Updated)

The video provides an intimate and at times harrowing look into what service members went through as America stumbled out of its longest war.

The Air Force Is Developing Smart Bombs With ‘Torpedo-Like’ Ship Killing Capability
U.S. Air Force

The Air Force Is Developing Smart Bombs With ‘Torpedo-Like’ Ship Killing Capability

A recent test explored the use of modified Joint Direct Attack Munition bombs against static and moving targets at sea.

To Those Who Served In Or Have Been Impacted By The War In Afghanistan, You Are Not Alone
Afghanistan

To Those Who Served In Or Have Been Impacted By The War In Afghanistan, You Are Not Alone

This is a really hard time for many who are inextricably connected to America's longest war, but you don't have to face it on your own.

Kabul Airport’s Abandoned Dogs Are Now On The Loose And The Taliban Want To Round Them Up
Afghanistan

Kabul Airport’s Abandoned Dogs Are Now On The Loose And The Taliban Want To Round Them Up

The dogs were left at the airport when the U.S. military pulled out. Now, with the Taliban in control, their fate is anything but certain.

Here’s What Is Really Going On With Those Dogs The U.S. Supposedly Abandoned At Kabul’s Airport (Updated)
Afghanistan

Here’s What Is Really Going On With Those Dogs The U.S. Supposedly Abandoned At Kabul’s Airport (Updated)

Images of crated dogs left in a hangar at Kabul's airport surfaced as the U.S. military left the country leading to a growing controversy.

Huge Taliban Parade Features Throngs Of U.S.-Bought Vehicles And A Black Hawk Helicopter
Afghanistan

Huge Taliban Parade Features Throngs Of U.S.-Bought Vehicles And A Black Hawk Helicopter

The parade in Kandahar, which was also a significant show of force, comes as the Taliban continue to work to consolidate and legitimize their rule.

Secret Gate Used By Special Operators To Sneak Evacuees Into Kabul’s Airport
Afghanistan

Secret Gate Used By Special Operators To Sneak Evacuees Into Kabul’s Airport

Groups of Americans escorted by members of the Taliban were among those that reportedly used this clandestine passageway into the airport.

Taliban Show Off Captured Aircraft And Other Spoils After Taking Over Kabul’s Airport (Updated)
Afghanistan

Taliban Show Off Captured Aircraft And Other Spoils After Taking Over Kabul’s Airport (Updated)

Questions remain about the exact state of the aircraft and other materiel left behind, but the optics are still embarrassing for the United States.

Here’s What The U.S. Military Left Behind At Kabul Airport
Afghanistan

Here’s What The U.S. Military Left Behind At Kabul Airport

Aircraft, vehicles, and at least two defense systems able to shoot down rockets and artillery shells are just some of what was not airlifted out.

These Two Images Represent The Beginning And The End Of America’s War In Afghanistan
Afghanistan

These Two Images Represent The Beginning And The End Of America’s War In Afghanistan

Going in and getting out, these historic photos are the visual bookends to America's nearly 20-year conflict in Afghanistan.

The Story Of The Mysterious White 727 That Appeared In Kabul After The Bombing Of Abbey Gate
Afghanistan

The Story Of The Mysterious White 727 That Appeared In Kabul After The Bombing Of Abbey Gate

The old 727 showing up among the military transports at Kabul International drew a lot of interest among flight trackers and open-source intel gurus.

America’s 20-Year War In Afghanistan Ends After Last Troops Depart Kabul (Updated)
Afghanistan

America’s 20-Year War In Afghanistan Ends After Last Troops Depart Kabul (Updated)

With the final aircraft departing Hamid Karzai International Airport at 11:59 pm local time, America's longest war has come to an end.

Al Qaeda Kingpin Resurfaces In Afghanistan Surrounded By Taliban Security
Afghanistan

Al Qaeda Kingpin Resurfaces In Afghanistan Surrounded By Taliban Security

Amin Al Haq's reappearance under Taliban protection highlights concerns about the US government's remote counter-terrorism strategy going forward.