G7 countries provide jets for joint training. President Joe Biden recently announced that Ukrainian pilots would begin training to fly F-16 fighter jets. He made the announcement during…
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Six Russian Warplanes Intercepted Near Alaska
NORAD says the interception is routine. The North American Air Defense Command (NORAD) said American fighter jets last week intercepted Russian bombers, tankers, and fighter jets operating in…
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Army Helicopter Fleet Grounded for Safety
Pilots ordered to stand down until they attend mandatory safety training. The U.S. Army recently announced that its pilots will be required to complete a safety-training program, and…
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DoD Releases 2022 Freedom of Navigation Report
Tracks annual efforts to identify and challenge unlawful maritime claims. The Department of Defense (DoD) released its annual Freedom of Navigation Report this month, tracking its boundary-testing operations…
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State Department Uncertain How Many Americans in Sudan
Congressman urges action to extend the ceasefire to extract U.S. citizens. As warring factions make it hazardous to remain in Sudan, the State Department reports there is no…
Read MoreCongress Notified of Planned Weapons Sale to Turkish Air Force
The sale of F-16 aircraft worth requires Congressional approval. President Biden’s administration sent a proposed weapons sale to Congress this week, requesting congressional approval for a multi-billion dollar…
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Pentagon Pressed to Send F-16s to Ukraine
Group of senators states the conflict is now at a “critical juncture.” A bipartisan group of eight senators sent a letter to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin urging…
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U.S. and South Korea to Hold Massive Military Drills
B-52 engaged in preliminary air drills. Joint military drills involving both the United States and South Korea are scheduled to begin on March 13 and last eleven days.…
Read MoreBipartisan Legislators Urge F-16s for Ukraine
Next week marks the anniversary of the initial attack by Russia. A bipartisan group of members of the House of Representatives is urging President Biden to send F-16…
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Drones Attack U.S. Base in Syria
Two drones were shot down, but one got through. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced Friday morning that three suicide drones attacked a U.S. base in Syria. Military officials…
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