Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–August 4, 2017. The Department of Defense announced today the death of two soldiers who were supporting Operation Freedom’s Sentinel. They died Aug. 2 in Kandahar, Afghanistan, as a result of injuries sustained when a vehicle-borne improved explosive device detonated near their convoy. Both soldiers were assigned to 2nd[Read More…]
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DoD Identifies Air Force Casualty, August 3, 2017
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–August 3, 2017. The Department of Defense announced today the death of an airman who was supporting Operation Inherent Resolve. Tech. Sgt. David Board, 49, of Barboursville, West Virginia, died August 2 in Kuwait in a non-combat-related incident while deployed in support of combat operations. He was assigned to[Read More…]
Strikes Continue Against ISIS in Syria, Iraq, August 1, 2017
SOUTHWEST ASIA–(ENEWSPF)–Aug. 1, 2017 — U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 29 strikes consisting of 35 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today. Officials reported details of yesterday’s strikes, noting that assessments of results are[Read More…]
Officials Release Latest Details of Strikes Against ISIS in Syria, Iraq, July 31, 2017
SOUTHWEST ASIA–(ENEWSPF)–July 31, 2017 — U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 23 strikes consisting of 27 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today. Officials reported details of yesterday’s strikes, noting that assessments of results are[Read More…]
Honoring American Heroes: President’s Weekly Address
Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- President Donald Trump speaks about the past week where he had to opportunity to honor American heroes. The address follows, video, then a transcript. My fellow Americans, This past week, we have celebrated, saluted, and honored American heroes who have devoted their lives to God, Family, and Country.[Read More…]
Officials Release Latest Details of Strikes Against ISIS in Syria, Iraq, July 28, 2017
SOUTHWEST ASIA–(ENEWSPF)–July 28, 2017 — U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 21 strikes consisting of 25 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today. Officials reported details of yesterday’s strikes, noting that assessments of results are[Read More…]
Attorney General Madigan Joins Coalition Urging Congress to Protect Transgender Service Members
Chicago —(ENEWSPF)—July 28, 2017. In a letter to the House and Senate Armed Services Committees, Attorney General Lisa Madigan and attorneys general from 17 states and the District of Columbia today voiced opposition to the recently announced ban on transgender people serving in the Armed Forces. In response to the[Read More…]
Statement of VoteVets on Trump Banning Trans Service in the Military
WASHINGTON, DC –(ENEWSPF)–July 27, 2017. The largest progressive group of veterans in America, VoteVets, is blasting Donald Trump’s decision to ban thousands of troops from protecting America. Will Fischer, Director of Government Outreach for VoteVets, released the following: “Achieving military goals relies on the US military having the very best[Read More…]
U.S., Coalition Continue Strikes Against ISIS in Syria, Iraq, July 27, 2017
SOUTHWEST ASIA–(ENEWSPF)–July 27, 2017 — U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 22 strikes consisting of 35 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today. Officials reported details of yesterday’s strikes, noting that assessments of results are[Read More…]
Inherent Resolve Strikes Target ISIS in Syria, Iraq, July 25, 2017
SOUTHWEST ASIA–(ENEWSPF)–July 25, 2017 — U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 27 strikes consisting of 29 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today. Officials reported details of yesterday’s strikes, noting that assessments of results are[Read More…]
