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January 30, 2024 | View in browser
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2 Reserve soldiers killed in Jordan drone attack promoted to sergeant
The Army ordered the promotions for now-Sgts. Kennedy L. Sanders and Breonna Moffett “in recognition of their exceptional courage, dedication and leadership” during their deployment, according to a statement from U.S. Army Reserve Command.
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Democrats urge caution, Republicans call for force as White House prepares retaliation for deadly Jordan attack
Lawmakers are at odds on how the U.S. should respond to an Iran-backed drone attack in Jordan that killed three U.S. soldiers this week, with some urging restraint and others calling for forceful action.
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Cruiser captain bullied and struck sailors before being relieved, Navy investigation finds
Crew members told Navy investigators that Capt. Danielle DeFant struck or shoved them, and that she once berated a bridge officer for pointing out dolphins swimming near the ship.
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US weaponry exports hit record high in 2023, boosted by Ukraine war
The United States sold $238 billion worth of weapons to foreign governments in 2023, as many European countries sought to replace stock sent to Ukraine for its defense against invading Russian forces.
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US soldiers injured in Jordan drone strike headed to Army hospital in Germany for treatment
Three American service members wounded in a weekend drone strike in Jordan are expected to arrive at an Army hospital in Germany on Tuesday, according to U.S. officials.
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F-15 pilot follows in father’s footsteps as commander of 7th Air Force in South Korea
An F-15 Strike Eagle pilot took command of the 7th Air Force during a ceremony Tuesday, 30 years after his father led the organization.
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Airman, his wife get suspended sentences for cannabis vape pens mailed to Okinawa
A Japanese court handed an airman and his wife suspended sentences Tuesday for their attempt to receive cannabis vape pens via the mail at Kadena Air Base in August.
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US, Japan are developing AI for drone to assist state-of-the-art fighter
Japanese robotic skills and American know-how in artificial intelligence merge conveniently in a project to bring unmanned vehicles to air combat, a U.S. academic said.
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Marine corporal gets commendation medal for saving drowning teen while on leave
Cpl. Jacob Cogswell put his Marine Corps water training to heroic use to save a drowning teen in the Oneida River in upstate New York last summer. Cogswell recently received the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for his actions.
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Fort Bliss soldier accused of killing girlfriend in Mexico could face extradition
Spc. Saul Luna Villa, accused by Mexican authorities of shooting and killing his girlfriend in the border town of Juarez, is expected not to challenge extradition during a federal hearing Thursday.
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Marines expect to deploy new amphibious combat vehicle to Pacific this spring
The Marine Corps is sending its new amphibious combat vehicle to Okinawa with the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit from Camp Pendleton, Calif., with an expected initial departure in March.
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