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Iranian proxies attack US base in Iraq for the first time in months
No U.S. injuries were reported in Tuesday's attack on al-Asad Air Base in western Iraq, the Pentagon said. But it's the first such attack since April.
Corps reactivates East Coast helicopter squadron it closed in 2022
The Marine Corps shut down the squadron in 2022 as part of its overall force redesign.
By Todd South
US bases in Europe urge vigilance and security due to present threats
U.S. officials are asking troops to be more vigilant and keep a lower profile due to a combination of present threats.
By Tara Copp
Marines sink moving vessel at sea with new missile in Pacific training
The missile gives users better standoff and true "fire and forget" capabilities.
By Todd South