Trump plans 3900 more troops for Afghanistan
President Trump signals a major shift toward a long term presence in Afghanistan with an up to 3900 additional U.S. troops. Officials cautioned that exact numbers depend on battlefield needs while Pence stressed plans may shift with military input. The strategy centers on crushing ISIS and al Qaeda and preventing Taliban victory, with most forces training Afghan units and guarding adviser teams.
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Remains Found From USS McCain Collision Search
Navy divers located remains in flooded compartments of the USS John S. McCain after a collision with an oil tanker near Singapore. One body found by Malaysian authorities. identity pending. Search and rescue continues as a broad Navy investigation is ordered into 7th Fleet readiness and possible common causes.
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Navy collision near Singapore raises questions on fleet safety
The USS John S. McCain collided with a Libyan-flagged tanker off Singapore, leaving 10 sailors missing and five injured. The incident follows another fatal crash involving the USS Fitzgerald near Japan, prompting calls for an operational pause. Analysts cite crew fatigue, radar issues, and stretched patrols as possible causes while noting the busy Singapore Strait handles about 1,000 ships daily.
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Pentagon chief in Baghdad says ISIS is on the run
Defense Secretary Jim Mattis in Baghdad stated U S backed Iraqi forces will finish off Islamic State militants clinging to shrinking strongholds. He told reporters ISIS is on the run and noted fighters are unable to stand up to the coalition. Lt Gen Stephen Townsend added momentum is with partners as the group is squeezed on the Syria Iraq border.
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