The geopolitical tension between Ukraine and Russia is at a precarious point, with recent Ukrainian military actions threatening to escalate into a broader conflict. The historical context of the conflict, particularly over Crimea, has led to ongoing military confrontations in the Donbas region. The risk of accidental global conflict is high, as modern military alliances can rapidly expand into a global confrontation. Preventive measures include enhanced communication channels, international mediation, confidence-building measures, and economic sanctions and incentives. The international community must act decisively and collaboratively to de-escalate the situation and ensure lasting peace.

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has taken an immense toll, both in terms of human lives and broader societal impacts.

The Palestine-Israel conflict, born from intertwined histories and competing narratives, is a saga of struggle, resilience, and pain. Dating back to the late 19th century with the rise of Zionism and subsequent waves of Jewish immigration to Palestine, tensions simmered between indigenous Palestinians and Jewish settlers. The establishment of the state of Israel in 1948 marked a pivotal moment, leading to the displacement of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians, igniting what Palestinians refer to as the Nakba, or catastrophe. Since then, the region has been engulfed in a cycle of wars, uprisings, and peace initiatives, with issues like borders, settlements, and the status of Jerusalem remaining contentious. Amidst the bloodshed and diplomatic efforts, the human toll continues to mount, underscoring the urgent need for dialogue, empathy, and a just resolution to end the suffering of both peoples.

The challenges of post-military life can be frustrating and confusing. Some of us are still struggling to make the transition from "military to civilian." Millions of ex-military can agree that this transition is no "cake-walk."

The Forgotten March" recounts the little-known tale of the Bonus Army, a group of World War I veterans who, during the Great Depression, marched on Washington in 1932 to demand the early payment of bonuses promised for their wartime service. Set against the backdrop of economic hardship, the veterans' peaceful protests turned into a tragic confrontation with the U.S. government, revealing the challenges faced by those who had served their country in a time of need. The episode, marked by eviction, violence, and the harsh realities of the era, sheds light on a lesser-known chapter of American history.

A woman in New Jersey was fired from her job at Capital Rx after misbehaving with a group of German tourists on a train. The woman, who appeared intoxicated, told the tourists to

If you’re a service member with a family, the military’s got your back. If you’re trying to start one, it can be another story.

In targeting Vladimir Putin's adult daughters with sanctions over Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the Biden administration ripped aside the privacy Putin has long maintained over his closest ties — and the targeting of family members goes both ways.

A defensive President Joe Biden on Tuesday called the U.S. airlift to extract more than 120,000 Americans, Afghans and other allies from Afghanistan to end a 20-year war an “extraordinary success," though more than 100 Americans and thousands of others were left behind.

President Joe Biden announced Monday that al-Qaida leader Ayman al-Zawahri was killed in a U.S. drone strike in Kabul, an operation he said delivered justice and hopefully “one more measure of closure” to families of the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on the United States.

In the movies, fighter pilots are depicted as highly trained military aviators with the skills and experience to defeat adversaries in thrilling aerial dogfights. New technologies, though, are set to redefine what it means to be a “Top Gun."

Ukraine’s first lady, Olena Zelenska, is in Washington for a series of high-profile appearances.

Ukraine’s first lady, Olena Zelenska, is in Washington for a series of high-profile appearances.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy fired his state security chief and prosecutor general on Sunday, citing hundreds of criminal proceedings into treason.

Russian forces fired missiles and shells at cities and towns across Ukraine on Saturday, killing at least 17 civilians.

Iranian state television said Sunday that Tehran had launched a solid-fueled rocket into space.

Spain and other NATO nations are pushing the alliance to consider how mercenaries aligned with Russia are spreading Moscow's influence to Africa.

Russia launched dozens of missiles on several areas across the country far from the heart of the eastern battles Saturday.

President Joe Biden is out to sustain the global alliance punishing Russia for its invasion of Ukraine as he embarks on a five-day trip to Europe.

Acting with uncharacteristic speed and unity, the European Union agreed this week to put Ukraine on a path toward EU membership.