North Street Commons helps veterans at risk of homelessness to live independently and stabilizes neighborhoods in Decatur, Illinois DECATUR–(ENEWSPF)–July 2, 2013. This Fourth of July, veterans who are at risk of homelessness will have a safe and decent place to call home in Decatur. The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA),[Read More…]
Military
Statement by Secretary Hagel on the 40th Anniversary of the All-Volunteer Force
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 1, 2013. Forty years ago today, the Department of Defense implemented one of the most consequential and far-reaching changes in the history of America’s armed forces with the establishment of the all-volunteer force. In commemorating the birth of our modern military, we recognize and thank the millions of[Read More…]
DoD Identified Casualties June 12 through June 30
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 1, 2013. The Department of Defense announced the following military casualties for the period June 12 through June 30: On June 12 the death of two soldiers who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. They died June 8, in Sharana, Afghanistan, of injuries suffered from small arms fire received[Read More…]
Veterans Join Hunger Strike to Close US Prison at Guantanamo
Large Protest Action Outside White House on Wednesday, June 26 St. Louis, MO-(ENEWSPF)- Four members of Veterans For Peace are fasting in solidarity with the hunger striking prisoners at the US prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Diane Wilson has not eaten for 47 days. She has been on a water-only fast[Read More…]
Protest Against U.S. Intervention in Syria
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Obama administration has announced it will arm the Syrian opposition, and has plans to set up a No Fly Zone over Syrian territory. The Anti-War Committee – Chicago (AWC) opposes these measures to escalate the conflict which has already cost 93,000 lives. President Obama says the Assad[Read More…]
ISAF Joint Command Operational Update, June 8, 2013
KABUL, Afghanistan–(ENEWSPF)–June 8, 2013 – An Afghan and coalition security force arrested two extremists during an operation in search of a senior Haqqani leader in Sayyid Karam district, Paktiya province, today. The senior leader coordinates and executes attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. He also oversees the distribution and transportation[Read More…]
Army Suspends Major General
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–June 7, 2013. Maj. Gen. Michael T. Harrison was suspended today of his duties as the commanding general of United States Army Japan and I Corps (Forward). Maj. Gen. Harrison was suspended following actions taken today by Secretary of the Army John McHugh and Chief of Staff Gen. Ray[Read More…]
Congresswoman Duckworth’s Amendment Incorporating Key Provisions of the Troop Talent Act Passes the Armed Services Committee
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–June 6, 2013. Yesterday, Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth’s amendment including key provisions of the Troop Talent Act passed the House Armed Services Committee’s mark of the FY14 National Defense Authorization Act, H.R. 1960. The Troop Talent Act of 2013 was introduced by Congresswoman Duckworth in the House of Representatives and[Read More…]
ISAF Joint Command Operational Update, June 6, 2013
KABUL, Afghanistan–(ENEWSPF)–June 6, 2013 – An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Haqqani leader and three other enemies of Afghanistan during an operation in Matun district, Khost province, today. At the time of his arrest, the leader and his associates were planning to conduct a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device[Read More…]
Department of Defense News Briefing with Secretary Hagel at NATO Headquarters, Brussels, Belgium, June 5, 2013
BELGIUM—(ENEWSPF)—June 5, 2013. SECRETARY OF DEFENSE CHUCK HAGEL: Good afternoon. I know that the secretary general was just here, so I listened to what he said, and I’m aware of his comments. So I will add my thoughts to the last day-and-a-half. I appreciate you giving me an opportunity to[Read More…]
