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How We Got to North Korea’s Pacific Nuclear Test Threat and What Comes Next
North Korea

How We Got to North Korea’s Pacific Nuclear Test Threat and What Comes Next

It would be the first above-ground detonation in decades and would send tensions into uncharted territory.

Chinooks Over Afghanistan: The Unsung Workhorse Of America’s Never Ending War
Afghanistan

Chinooks Over Afghanistan: The Unsung Workhorse Of America’s Never Ending War

Big and fast, the helicopters have moved troops, heavy weapons, and cargo to the country's most remote areas.

This Obscure DC-Area Office Helps US Special Operators Hunt Down And Secure Loose WMDs
U.S. Homeland

This Obscure DC-Area Office Helps US Special Operators Hunt Down And Secure Loose WMDs

The fusion center coordinates US military efforts to make sure the deadly weapons don't end up in the wrong hands.

Over 100 A-10s Face Groundings While Dozens of F-35s Might Not Ever Be Able To Fight
F-35

Over 100 A-10s Face Groundings While Dozens of F-35s Might Not Ever Be Able To Fight

Amid budget and personnel shortfalls, the Air Force is looking at even more hard decisions in the near future.

As First UH-60s Arrive, US Plan to Dump Afghan Mi-17s Is Still Problematic
Afghanistan

As First UH-60s Arrive, US Plan to Dump Afghan Mi-17s Is Still Problematic

The first two Black Hawks have touched down in Afghanistan, but its unclear when they'll be operational.

Here Are Some Technical Highlights We Saw at the Air Force Association Expo
U.S. Air Force

Here Are Some Technical Highlights We Saw at the Air Force Association Expo

Vendors brought models, mock ups, and samples of aircraft, weapons, and more.

Watch This Russian KA-52 Attack Chopper Accidentally Fire Rockets at Exercise Observers
Russia

Watch This Russian KA-52 Attack Chopper Accidentally Fire Rockets at Exercise Observers

The Kremlin denies the friendly fire incident injured anyone or occurred during the massive Zapad 2017 drills.

US Army Opens Permanent Base in Southern Israel as Trump Slams Iran Deal
U.S. Army

US Army Opens Permanent Base in Southern Israel as Trump Slams Iran Deal

Years in the making, Site 883 expands on long-standing and active ballistic missile defense cooperation.

Four Big Takeaways From Day One Of The Air Force Association’s Big Annual Bash
U.S. Air Force

Four Big Takeaways From Day One Of The Air Force Association’s Big Annual Bash

After more than quarter century at war, the service celebrates its 70th birthday seeking to rebuild and evolve.

All You Need to Know After North Korea’s Longest Downrange Missile Launch
Japan

All You Need to Know After North Korea’s Longest Downrange Missile Launch

The reclusive regime proved it can hit Guam as the US and its allies continue to debate the best courses of action.

This Combat Diver Delivery Unit Is a Crazy Fast Speed Boat That Turns Into a Sub
Amphibious Operations

This Combat Diver Delivery Unit Is a Crazy Fast Speed Boat That Turns Into a Sub

Still in prototype form, the unique boat would be able to race toward shore and then sneak up to its target underwater.

Watch Never Before Seen Clips of Chinook Helicopters Supporting SEAL Team Six Overseas
Navy SEALs

Watch Never Before Seen Clips of Chinook Helicopters Supporting SEAL Team Six Overseas

The video footage comes along with a new book offering new details about the now infamous "Extortion 17" crash.

In Syria, US Army Mine-Clearing “Sappers” Helped Clear the Path to Raqqa
Syria

In Syria, US Army Mine-Clearing “Sappers” Helped Clear the Path to Raqqa

In July 2017, a team from a unit situated in Kuwait quietly appeared near the front lines in the fight against ISIS.

US-Backed Forces and Syrian Troops Get Dangerously Close in Deir ez-Zor
Iran

US-Backed Forces and Syrian Troops Get Dangerously Close in Deir ez-Zor

How the situation plays out could be a sign of things to come as ISIS stumbles and the conflict evolves.

B-52s Are Back In The Skies Of Afghanistan Dropping Bombs Once Again
Afghanistan

B-52s Are Back In The Skies Of Afghanistan Dropping Bombs Once Again

Since March 2017, the bombers have dropped more than 800 weapons on the Taliban, Al Qaeda, and ISIS-K.

The South Koreans Want Kim Jong Un to Live in Fear of “Decapitation”
North Korea

The South Koreans Want Kim Jong Un to Live in Fear of “Decapitation”

South Korea, as well as the US, hope North Korea will be to scared to function, but its a high risk proposition.

Obscure National Guard Spy Plane Assesses Hurricane Harvey’s Aftermath
U.S. Homeland

Obscure National Guard Spy Plane Assesses Hurricane Harvey’s Aftermath

The RC-26B Condor's main job is hunting drug smugglers, but the planes routinely help out after natural disasters.

The Next Air Force One Aircraft Will Not Be Able to Refuel in Midair
Air Force One

The Next Air Force One Aircraft Will Not Be Able to Refuel in Midair

The change seems almost entirely driven by the USAF's desire to match one of President Trump's off-the-cuff claims.

It’s Official, the USAF’s Next Jamming Plane Will Be a Gulfstream BizJet
U.S. Air Force

It’s Official, the USAF’s Next Jamming Plane Will Be a Gulfstream BizJet

The US military is finding this type of aircraft increasingly attractive for various specialized missions.

Rumors Fly That Russia Has Dropped “The Father of All Bombs” in Syria
Syria

Rumors Fly That Russia Has Dropped “The Father of All Bombs” in Syria

The Russians have been especially secretive about the weapon and, if true, this would be its first combat use ever.