JUNE 16, 2026 - Secretary of War Pete Hegseth welcomed Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa to the Pentagon yesterday to discuss the bonds of defense-based cooperation between their respective countries. At the outset of the meeting's public portion, Hegseth thanked Noboa for being a founding member of the Americas Counter-Cartel Coalition, more commonly called Shield of the … [Read more...]
Medal of Honor Monday: Gandara
JUNE 15, 2026 - Army Pvt. Joe Gandara was a paratrooper who fought in France during World War II. Little is known about him other than that he was the son of Mexican immigrants. However, his bravery and selflessness earned him a posthumous Medal of Honor — nearly 70 years after he sacrificed himself to save his battle buddies. Gandara was born to Jose Melendez and Ramona … [Read more...]
Navy Commander Visits Tunisia
JUNE 15, 2026 - Adm. George M. Wikoff, commander of U.S. Naval Forces Africa (NAVAF), visited Tunisia June 8, underscoring the growing strength of the U.S.–Tunisia maritime security partnership in North Africa and the Mediterranean. During his visit, Wikoff met with U.S. Ambassador to Tunisia Bill Bazzi to discuss the longstanding bilateral relationship with Tunisia, one of … [Read more...]
Fort Gordon Celebrates Army Birthday with Spirited Run
JUNE 15, 2026 - Fort Gordon marked the U.S. Army’s 251st birthday in true Army fashion on Friday, June 12, with a spirited installation-wide run under the theme “This We’ll Defend.” The event brought together Soldiers from every unit and military service on post, from Advanced Individual Training students to seasoned Cyberwarfare professionals, in a powerful display of unity … [Read more...]
Summit Unites Airmen, Guardians for Space Superiority
JUNE 15, 2026 - Space Launch Delta 45 hosted the U.S. Space Force S4 Mission Sustainment Summit from May 5, 2026 to May 8, 2026, at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The annual event strengthens foundational support systems for the United States Space Force. Space operations depend on secure and ready military installations on the ground, and S4 covers critical operational … [Read more...]