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Officials said a Kenyan officer died in an anti-gang operation in Haiti on Sunday, Feb. 23, just north of Port-Au-Prince. Reuters

Kenyan officer dies fighting gangs in Haiti in MSS force’s first casualty

The U.N. voted on competing Ukraine resolutions as U.S. policy shifts, sparking tensions with European allies and Ukraine's Zelenskyy. Getty Images

UN votes on dueling Ukraine resolutions as war enters 4th year

The world marks three years of Russia's war in Ukraine as the Trump administration pushed for the UN to take up its resolution. Getty Images

World marks 3 years of war in Ukraine; US pushes draft UN resolution

President Donald Trump has fired Air Force Gen. CQ Brown Jr. from his position as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.  Getty Images

Trump fires Air Force Gen. CQ Brown as chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff

President Donald Trump and his stances on Ukraine and European security are leaving European leaders in shock. Reuters

What options does Europe have considering Trump, Ukraine?

The head of the United Nations said he will present a proposal for a hybrid security and peacekeeping mission to the Security Council. Reuters

UN chief reveals his plan for peace in Haiti to Caribbean leaders

Chinese warships sailing south along the eastern coast of Australia announced plans to conduct live-fire exercises in international waters between Australia and New Zealand. The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) did not directly notify Australian authorities; instead, the broadcast was picked up by commercial airlines and air traffic controllers on Friday, prompting immediate flight diversions. The surprise announcement raised concerns in both countries, leading to military monitoring of the vessels. AP Images

3 Chinese warships conduct military drills off Australia, forcing flight diversions

North Korea's new Hwasong-19 intercontinental ballistic missile can likely hit the U.S. That's raising concerns in both the U.S. the Pacific. AP Images

US response to ICBM from North Korea would be ‘overwhelming’

Ukraine's drone strikes on Russian energy facilities target refineries and pipelines, disrupting crude shipments and pressuring Moscow. Reuters

Ukraine strikes at Russia’s economic heart, oil refineries in flames

The Trump administration ordered the Pentagon to draw up plans that cut defense spending by 8% annually over the next five years.  Getty Images

Trump administration orders Pentagon to identify $50 billion in cuts

DOGE staffers were at the Pentagon on Tuesday, Feb. 18, collecting lists of the military’s probationary employees. Department of Defense

Department of Defense and NASA face major cuts amid DOGE inquiries

U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy disagree on the origins of the war in Ukraine. Getty Images

Zelenskyy says Trump in ‘disinformation space’ over Russia-Ukraine war origin

Japan converted the JS Kaga, a helicopter-carrying destroyer, into a light aircraft carrier. The ship just completed its first mission. DVIDS

Japan now has operational light aircraft carrier

While the world watched Ukraine's drone efforts, Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) also made significant strides in unmanned combat.

Israel advances unmanned combat after Ukraine’s historic drone operation

The Marine Corps Systems Command has awarded a nearly $30 million contract to Oshkosh Defense for its ROGUE-Fires system. DVIDS

ROGUE-Fires redefining warfare with remote operations: Weapon of the week

The team explored IAI's cutting-edge technologies that enhance situational awareness and operational efficiency in manned combat scenarios. IAI

IAI’s pioneering approach to manned combat integration: Weapons and Warfare

The U.S. is flying drones into Mexico to gather intelligence on fentanyl labs within the country, according to the New York Times. Getty Images

CIA expands secret drone flights to find fentanyl labs over Mexico: Report

U.S. begins relocating Marines from Okinawa to Guam, marking start of long-planned shift amid regional security issues and local opposition. DVIDS

First US Marines relocate from Okinawa to Guam after years of delays

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US Air Force’s ‘Franken-bird’ takes flight

11 U.S. Army Green Berets will help train naval infantry marines in Mexico. Their mission is to help stop the flow of illegal drugs and guns. DVIDS

US Army Green Berets training Naval Infantry Marines in Mexico

The U.K. prime minister said he’s ready to deploy troops to Ukraine if Moscow agrees to a deal requiring European peacekeepers. Getty Images

UK prime minister offers to send troops to Ukraine as part of peace deal

A revision to the U.S. State Department's language toward Taiwan is sparking anger from China as Beijing condemned the change on Monday. Getty Images

US language revisions toward Taiwan spark backlash from Beijing

India evaluates new fighter jet acquisitions amid regional tensions, considering US F-35 and Russian Su-57 offers for air force modernization. Reuters

India faces crucial choice: US F-35 deal or Russian-made Su-57 fighters?

The Trump administration will meet with Russian officials in Saudi Arabia to discuss a possible peace deal. AP Images

Trump team to meet with Russian officials to discuss Ukraine peace deal