JANUARY 5, 2024 - It’s been called “a laboratory of human endurance,” testing the physical, mental and spiritual grit of the officer and enlisted leaders who undertake it. It’s the Army Ranger School and the Department of the Air Force is looking for Airmen and Guardians who are ready for the challenge. Through the Air Force Security Forces Center’s Ranger Assessment Course, … [Read more...]
U.S., Partners Committed to Defensive Operations in Red Sea
JANUARY 5, 2024 - The U.S. remains committed to providing a persistent defensive presence in the Red Sea alongside allies and partners, the commander of Naval Forces Central Command said today. Navy Vice Adm. Brad Cooper said about 1,500 merchant ships have safely transited the Red Sea since mid-December when the U.S. launched Operation Prosperity Guardian. The operation is … [Read more...]
Paratroopers Earn Chilean Jump Wings
JANUARY 5, 2024 – Paratroopers across Fort Moore took part in Operation Toy Drop Dec. 12 training with partner nation counterparts and giving toys to local charities. Operation Toy Drop is an annual parachute training event for Soldiers and their partner nation counterparts that directly supports the local community through participants' voluntary toy donations for families … [Read more...]
Air University Launches Space Force Track
JANUARY 5, 2024 - Air University now offers a Space Force-focused track at Squadron Officer School to address the primary level education needs of Guardians and total force Airmen in space-focused career fields. Known as the Spacepower Education and Advanced Readiness Track, the program is designed to provide Space Force officers their own specialized training, education and … [Read more...]
Strike in Iraq Kills Terrorist Leader
JANUARY 5, 2024 - U.S. forces in Iraq yesterday conducted a self-defense strike which killed Mushtaq Jawad Kazim al-Jawari, a leader of the Iran-backed Harakat al-Nujaba terrorist group that is operating both in Iraq and Syria, said the Pentagon press secretary. Al-Jawari, also known as Abu Taqwa, was actively involved in planning and carrying out attacks against American … [Read more...]