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Here are some of the latest news stories from the US military:

Top Stories

  1. US and Taliban Sign Historic Peace Deal: The US and the Taliban have signed a historic peace deal aimed at ending the 18-year war in Afghanistan. The agreement, which was signed on February 29, 2020, outlines a plan for the withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan in exchange for the Taliban's commitment to prevent terrorist groups from using the country as a base.
  2. US and South Korea Conduct Joint Military Exercises: The US and South Korea have conducted joint military exercises in response to North Korea's recent missile tests. The exercises, which took place on March 2, 2020, involved thousands of troops and included live-fire drills and amphibious landings.
  3. US Navy Deploys Aircraft Carrier to Middle East: The US Navy has deployed an aircraft carrier to the Middle East in response to tensions with Iran. The USS Nimitz, which is one of the largest warships in the world, arrived in the region on March 3, 2020, and will remain there for several months.

Recent Developments

  1. US and Russia Hold Talks on Nuclear Arms Control: The US and Russia have held talks on nuclear arms control, with the two sides discussing the future of the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty (INF). The treaty, which was signed in 1987, banned the development and deployment of intermediate-range missiles, but the US withdrew from the treaty in February 2020, citing Russia's non-compliance.
  2. US Military Aids in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic: The US military has been involved in the response to the COVID-19 pandemic, with troops and equipment being deployed to support civilian authorities. The military has also been involved in the production of medical equipment, such as masks and ventilators.
  3. US and China Hold Talks on Military Relations: The US and China have held talks on military relations, with the two sides discussing issues such as the South China Sea and Taiwan. The talks, which took place on March 5, 2020, were the first high-level military talks between the two countries in several years.

Recent Operations

  1. US Conducts Airstrikes in Somalia: The US has conducted airstrikes in Somalia against al-Shabaab, a terrorist group affiliated with al-Qaeda. The airstrikes, which took place on March 2, 2020, targeted a training camp and a weapons storage facility.
  2. US and Afghan Forces Conduct Operations in Afghanistan: The US and Afghan forces have conducted operations in Afghanistan against the Taliban and other terrorist groups. The operations, which took place on March 3, 2020, included airstrikes and ground operations.
  3. US Navy Seizes Iranian Oil Tanker: The US Navy has seized an Iranian oil tanker that was suspected of violating international sanctions. The tanker, which was seized on March 4, 2020, was carrying oil to Syria, which is subject to US sanctions.

Recent Awards and Decorations

  1. US Soldier Awarded Medal of Honor: A US soldier has been awarded the Medal of Honor, the highest military honor in the US, for his actions in Afghanistan. The soldier, who was awarded the medal on March 2, 2020, was recognized for his bravery and selflessness in the face of enemy fire.
  2. US Airman Awarded Silver Star: A US airman has been awarded the Silver Star, the third-highest military honor in the US, for his actions in Iraq. The airman, who was awarded the medal on March 3, 2020, was recognized for his bravery and selflessness in the face of enemy fire.
  3. US Marine Awarded Navy Cross: A US Marine has been awarded the Navy Cross, the second-highest military honor in the US, for his actions in Afghanistan. The Marine, who was awarded the medal on March 4, 2020, was recognized for his bravery and selflessness in the face of enemy fire.