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Tricare warns government shutdown could stall claims payments
“Tricare may not be able to process or pay medical claims for services received on or after October 1, 2025, until funding is restored," its website says.
By Karen Jowers
Pentagon’s US-Mexico border mission extends for another year
Up to 2,500 troops are authorized through September 2023.
US launches airstrike to assist Somali forces under attack
The U.S. conducted an airstrike against al-Shabab in Somalia on Sunday, according to U.S. Africa Command.
By Zamone Perez
Pentagon says terror attacks in Africa increased 300% over last decade
The current AFRICOM commander believes terrorism in Africa is “more of a problem today” than ever before.
Al-Shabab terrorist with $3 million bounty killed in US airstrike
The al-Shabab leader had a $3 million bounty placed on his head by the U.S.
By J.D. Simkins
More than two dozen al-Shabab insurgents killed in US air strike
A U.S. air strike killed 27 al-Shabab militants in central Somalia earlier this week.
Congress calls for answers on US role in fatal 2017 Nigerian airstrike
Nine aid workers and 160 civilians were killed, many of whom were children.
AFRICOM contributes to anti-poaching efforts in Namibia
Poaching and animal smuggling comprise the fourth-largest illicit trade in southern Africa.
Private sector medical care may not be faster or cheaper than VA
The analysis says more data is needed to monitor the value of the fast-growing outside care options for veterans.
New Orleans nun kidnapped in Africa released with US military help
The U.S. military played a role in the release this week of an American nun taken hostage in April.
By Zamone Perez