Iraq

A surreal summer in Iraq with poolside volleyball, turtle hunts, and a brush with danger, all while preparing for high-stakes missions.

Abu Khadija’s death in a precision airstrike is yet another reminder that no matter how deep these terrorists burrow or how far they run, the long arm of justice will always find them.

In the unforgiving chaos of war, where technology and split-second decisions collide, the tragic loss of Lt. Nathan D. White serves as a sobering reminder that even the most advanced systems can fail those they are meant to protect.

In the chaos of Ramadi’s streets, SEAL Team THREE stood as the razor’s edge of precision and grit, proving that even in the darkest hours, unity and unyielding resolve can turn the tide of war.

Simulating chaos: A VBIED attack near Mosul tests U.S. Navy medics, Army security, and joint forces in a high-stakes training drill.

CENTCOM’s 60-day mission took down 163 ISIS fighters, while new B-52 bombers in the Middle East signal serious US commitment to stability.

US airstrikes hit ISIS camps in Syria, killing 35. With top leaders gone, can ISIS regroup, or will this strike cripple their plans?

Qwat al-Khasah or SFI (Special Forces of Iraq) are handpicked from the Iraqi Security Force or ISF, whose members come from all regions of Iraq and many different backgrounds.

Today’s Pic of the Day gives spotlights to the ever-iconic, the legend—B-1B Lancer, still a top player in modern air combat.

Michael Monsoor’s final act of selfless bravery—throwing himself on a grenade to save his brothers in arms—stands as a testament to the highest ideals of the Navy SEALs: courage, sacrifice, and unwavering loyalty.

Soldiers suit up training to acclimatize themselves to Saudi Arabia during Operation Desert Shield, braving the heat while prepping for a possible chemical attack.

Despite the best efforts of American service members, the past two decades of military engagement in Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, and Africa reveal a troubling disconnect between on-the-ground success and the broader political and strategic missteps of U.S. leadership.