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Pentagon Watchdog Investigates Legality of US Strikes on Suspected Drug Boats

Washington-The Pentagon’s independent inspector general has launched a review into the legality of US military strikes targeting suspected drug-trafficking vessels

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South Korea Weighs Role in US-Led Hormuz Mission After Ship Incident

Seoul — South Korea said on Tuesday it would review whether to join a US-led maritime operation in the Strait

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Tehran — U.S. and Iranian forces on Saturday raced to locate a missing crew member from a downed American F-15

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Baghdad – The transfer of Islamic State detainees from Syria to Iraq by the United States has slowed significantly this

US senators call for clarity on anti-drug strategy amid regional security focus

Bipartisan senators seek clarity on U.S. anti-drug operations, emphasizing transparency, accountability, and global cooperation as Washington strengthens its regional security