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Photo: Yuri Cortez/AFP/Getty Images If anyone in Venezuela wondered where the country’s military stood after Sunday’s contested presidential election, Gen. Vladimir Padrino was unequivocal …

https://www.wsj.com/world/americas/venezuelas-nicolas-maduro-relies-on-army-patronage-and-fear-to-stay-in-power-c00ed4fd

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Service in the military? As a choice, or Teach for America or the Peace … That was an informative experience for me that led me to eventually become a lawyer. But I don’t know about mandatory service. I’ll have to think about that more.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/bi-lawyer-ysabel-jurado-is-taking-on-an-established-politician-who-was-caught-being-racist/ar-AA1pAJIY

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“I don’t think him complimenting and saying a nice word about a person who received the Presidential Medal of Freedom is in any way denigrating those who received military honors,” Vance told reporters while campaigning in Wisconsin. “They are two …

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/trump-criticized-for-calling-civilian-medal-much-better-than-military-award/ar-AA1oVphm

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WASHINGTON, DC / ACCESSWIRE / August 20, 2024 – / One Dog One Bone, an industry leader in durable and innovative pet products, is proud to announce that its signature Bone Pools have become an essential tool in the U.S. military’s ongoing efforts to protect …

https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/ap/state/one-dog-one-bones-bone-pools-play-vital-role-in-u-s-military-treatment-for/article_90aa119d-12da-5737-9fa3-2d16ebf9063a.html

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It is to be remembered that the future of military aviation is not a revolution but evolutionary steps forward. Then, one thing is crystal clear: what the future holds for the 7th generation fighter will be based on the successes of previous generations like the B-21 Raider modeled from the victorious B-2 Spirit.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/envisioning-the-7th-generation-fighter-a-glimpse-into-the-future-of-military-aviation/ar-AA1peMf0

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Some Democrats worry Republicans might turn Tim Walz’s military service into a liability. Others say Republicans are trying to “swift boat” Walz.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/will-the-attacks-on-walzs-military-service-stick-like-they-did-to-kerry-20-years-ago/ar-AA1oJkJY

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WASHINGTON — 13 years after the 2011 United States withdrawal from Iraq, U.S. military personnel remain in Iraq at the invitation of the Iraqi government as part of Operation Inherent Resolve. A new report from the Department of Defense Office of …

https://www.13newsnow.com/article/news/national/military-news/13-years-after-war-in-iraq-ends-new-report-suggests-isis-making-comeback/291-adb79474-5656-4e19-a667-71fcb797ba1c

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(The Hill) — A federal judge ruled this week that the U.S. military cannot bar enlistees who have undetectable viral loads of HIV, eliminating the last major barrier in the armed forces for asymptomatic individuals who have the virus. U.S. District Judge …

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/judge-rules-military-can-t-turn-away-hiv-positive-enlistees/ar-AA1pg2hn

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Additionally, animal lovers will enjoy the show because it has a well-trained military dog as one of the supporting characters. The Last Ship borrows a thing or two from movies about pandemics and viruses while still keeping its military DNA. Based on …

https://www.msn.com/en-in/tv/news/best-military-themed-tv-shows-of-all-time/ar-AA1fOPLz

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The incident sparked concern the water may have been tampered with, just two days after a similar scare at the Cologne-Wahn military base in the same state of North Rhine-Westphalia. Initial …

https://www.straitstimes.com/world/experts-say-water-safe-at-german-army-base-after-sabotage-scare

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Regardless of the AbramsX model’s performance relative to rival MBTs, the Army may not be able to justify pouring so many funds into a military system, the tank, that can be so easily destroyed in combat.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/the-us-armys-abramsx-tank-might-be-a-historic-mistake/ar-BB1pSBz8

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NEW YORK (PIX11) – It is estimated that 22 United States military veterans who suffer from PTSD take their own lives every day. On Aug. 30, the group 22 PAC is challenging veterans to kayak 22 …

https://www.yahoo.com/news/military-veterans-kayak-across-long-000820660.html

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US President Joe Biden’s administration will send a new military assistance package to Ukraine worth approximately US$125 million. Source: Associated Press Details: According to US officials, the latest assistance package includes air defence missiles,

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/us-to-announce-new-us-125-million-military-assistance-package-associated-press/ar-AA1phXvf

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(The Center Square) – The Pentagon on Monday launched a new feedback system to help address longstanding problems with military housing. The Department of Defense launched the DoD Housing Feedback System, an initiative designed to boost transparency …

https://www.wyomingnews.com/news/national/pentagon-launches-feedback-portal-for-privatized-military-housing/article_726d446e-b714-5045-a407-e967c63b0fd6.html

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Pheu Thai sprang a surprise last year when it reneged on its promise not to work with military-backed parties by allowing Palang Pracharat, which has 40 seats, to join its 11-party coalition. Its influential leader Prawit, a former army chief with powerful …

https://www.msn.com/en-sg/news/world/party-of-thailand-s-new-pm-drops-military-backed-party-from-coalition-government/ar-AA1pvXJR

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Paying out of pocket for a final military provided move If you decide to let the military hire packers and movers for your final PCS, local transportation office officials will help you calculate …

https://www.military.com/pcs/military-rules-for-your-final-pcs.html

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How much influence does Hezbollah have in the region? Hezbollah is a well-equipped military force of substantial size – but it also has significant sway over Lebanon. It is widely deemed the most powerful member of the Iran-backed network known as the Axis …

https://uk.news.yahoo.com/hezbollah-powerful-military-influence-does-115200765.html

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If you would like to submit your own commentary, please send your article to opinions@military.com for consideration … a third way to extend its influence in the SCS, that being operations …

https://www.military.com/daily-news/opinions/2024/08/20/let-marine-corps-test-force-design-grey-zone.html

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The water showed “unusual values,” the military said, but did not specify … It was put on a heightened alert but not locked down, according to a spokesman. The water there was tested and …

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/14/world/europe/germany-military-bases-contaminants-nato.html

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. military has raised the security protection measures it is taking at its bases throughout Europe, asking service members to be more vigilant and keep a lower profile …

https://www.wric.com/news/politics/ap-us-military-heightens-the-security-alert-at-european-bases-due-to-a-combination-of-threats/

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