


Zelenskyy denies Ukrainian city of Bakhmut occupied by Russian forces
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Russian forces weren’t occupying Bakhmut, casting doubt on Moscow’s insistence that the city had fallen.

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How US support for pilot training could pave path to F-16s for Ukraine
President Joe Biden endorsed plans to train Ukrainian pilots on U.S.-made F-16 fighter jets at the Group of Seven Summit, according to U.S. officials.

US and allied naval commanders in Mideast transit Strait of Hormuz
The Mideast-based chiefs of the U.S., British and French navies have transited the Strait of Hormuz aboard an American warship.

Ukraine’s Zelensky at G7 summit as world leaders sanction Russia
The Ukrainian leader is in Japan to talk with world leaders as they tighten sanctions to punish Moscow over its 15-month invasion of Ukraine.

Wagner Group claims Bakhmut fallen; Ukraine says fighting continues
In a video posted on Telegram, Wagner head Yevgeny Prigozhin said the city came under complete Russian control at about midday Saturday.

Army colonel charged with sexually assaulting fellow officer’s wife
Col. Jon Meredith was fired from his post in Oct. 2022 due to loss of confidence.

B-2 stealth bombers to return to flight after 5-month delay
On Dec. 10, 2022, an undisclosed in-flight malfunction forced a B-2 crew to make an emergency landing at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri.

Texas Senate votes for death benefits for National Guard at border
The bill would give guaranteed death benefits to Texas National Guard troops at the border, putting them on par with benefits offered to law enforcement.

Feds holding alleged Discord leaker Jack Teixeira until trial
The decision came after prosecutors argued that Teixeira hid violent and racist views revealed in his online social media accounts.

Vietnam-era Medal of Honor recipient receives Special Forces honor
Col. Paris Davis was recognized at an event that also honored Special Forces troops who trained their Thai counterparts.

DoD pauses debt collection for retirees overpaid due to Navy error
“I’m sure DFAS is looking at the Navy like, what the hell did you do to us?," said one affected retiree.

Rules for military base visitors still missing after years of waiting
Defense leaders had promised changes on visitor access to bases four years ago, but entry standards remain unfinished.

WWII-era Flying Fortress planes grounded over safety issue
The Federal Aviation Administration issued a directive to ground all airworthy Boeing B-17E, F and G models of the Flying Fortress aircraft.

What the Army’s top enlisted soldier was like as a drill sergeant
A soldier recounts that time at basic training when Sergeant Major of the Army Michael Grinston completely smoked their platoon.

Military exchange online shoppers can now buy Home Depot appliances
Eligible military shoppers can buy Home Depot appliances tax-free at the online exchange store and some exchanges on Army and Air Force installations.

US Navy may accelerate investments to extend some Ohio subs’ lives
The Navy is considering extending the lives of a few Ohio-class submarines in fiscal 2025 to hedge against any delays as the Columbia class is built.

Why Ukraine’s spring offensive still hasn’t begun
Officials believe the campaign will now finally launch, and the initial shaping operations for the next stage have already begun.

Hoax alert: tale of homeless vets booted because of immigrants false
A New York state lawmaker at the center of the controversy called the incident a heartbreaking betrayal and a disservice to the veterans community.
