The Signal Leak Has Little Precedent
The military takes extraordinary measures to keep combat operations secret, cutting off outside communications for service members before launching an attack.
Afghanistan War (2001- )
Afghan Charged in 2021 Kabul Attack That Killed 13 U.S. Service Members
The man was apprehended in Pakistan and flown to Virginia to face terrorism charges. Prosecutors say the man admitted to helping plan the Abbey Gate bombing and other lethal attacks.
Hegseth Fires Military’s Top JAG Lawyers in Pursuit of ‘Warrior Ethos’
The defense secretary has repeatedly derided the military lawyers for war crime prosecutions and battlefield rules of engagement.
2 Americans Held in Afghanistan Are Freed in Prisoner Swap
In exchange, the Biden administration released an Afghan man convicted on narcotics charges in 2008.
Federal Court Blocks Transfer of Guantánamo Convict to Prison in Iraq
The Iraqi prisoner had sued the Biden administration, saying he would be at risk for abuse at a prison in his homeland.
U.S. Presses for Release of Americans Held in Afghanistan
The White House has discussed a possible swap with the Taliban for a prisoner at Guantánamo Bay, according to people familiar with the matter.
Guantánamo Convict Sues to Stop U.S. Plan to Send Him to Prison in Iraq
A court filing said the prisoner was at risk for abuse and might not be able to get adequate health care if transferred.