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US to depart final base in Niger, nearly ending withdrawal
Once an emblem of the two countries' security ties, Air Base 201 will be vacated by Monday, according to two U.S. officials.
Surviving members of Hitler’s Third Reich speak in chilling new documentary ‘Final Account’
"Final Account" hits theaters May 21.
Book excerpt: ‘Sacrifice: A Gold Star Widow’s Fight for the Truth’
Michelle Black, widow of a Green Beret killed in the 2017 Niger ambush, has interviewed many of the mission’s survivors and questioned inconsistencies in the official report.
By Michelle Black
New WWII series from Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks has finally started production
The third WWII installment from Hanks and Spielberg is finally on the way.
New four-star command allows US general to ‘coordinate closely’ with NATO allies in Africa
Close geography and economic ties between Africa and Europe means that regional security issues can quickly spread across the regions.
By Kyle Rempfer
US Africa Command says one of its drones, an apparently armed Gray Eagle, malfunctioned in Niger
AFRICOM officials say one of their drones malfunctioned and is on the ground in Niger.
By Howard Altman
Remember what veterans have sacrificed for the freedoms we enjoy
A Marine Corps veteran recalls painful memories from his service and the loss of his son in an ambush in Niger.
By Hank Black
Documentary follows 96-year-old World War II veteran’s return of portrait stolen in France
The documentary "The Silent Soldier and the Portrait" delves into two secrets World War II veteran John Waller kept.
By Stacy Parker, The Virginian-Pilot via the AP
SEAL Team 6 rescues American hostage in Nigeria
No troops were injured in the successful hostage rescue mission.
By Howard Altman
Victory at a high cost
A Marine veteran and father of a fallen soldier recalls his family's dedication in service to the nation this Sept. 2, V-J Day.
By Henry Black