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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1812, The American Army of the Northwest briefly occupies the Upper Canadian settlement at what is now at Windsor, Ontario. In 1862, The Medal of Honor is authorized by the United States Congress. In 1870, John A. Dahlgren, American admiral (born 1809) passed away. In 1937, Robert McFarlane, American colonel and diplomat, 13th United States National Security Advisor (died 2022) was born. In 1943, World War II: Battle of Kursk: German and Soviet forces engage in the Battle of Prokhorovka, one of the largest armored engagements of all time. In 1957, Rick Husband, American colonel, pilot, and astronaut (died 2003) was born. In 1961, ČSA Flight 511 crashes at Casablanca-Anfa Airport in Morocco, killing 72. In 2001, Space Shuttle program: Space Shuttle Atlantis is launched on mission STS-104, carrying the Quest Joint Airlock to the International Space Station. In 2006, The 2006 Lebanon War begins. In 2007, U.S. Army Apache helicopters engage in airstrikes against armed insurgents in Baghdad, Iraq, where civilians are killed; footage from the cockpit is later leaked to the Internet. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

NATO joins US drills as Washington questions alliance

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Modern Diplomacy

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· Jun 30, 2026

NATO drills highlight military unity despite Trump tensions

NATO forces have conducted major military exercises off the United States coast as the alliance seeks to demonstrate operational unity despite growing political strains with the Trump administration. The drills, involving naval and marine forces from several European allies alongside US troops, underscore NATO’s continued military cooperation even as Washington questions the alliance’s value, reviews [] The post NATO drills highlight military unity despite Trump tensions appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

WMAL – 105.9 FM – Washington DC

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· Jul 1, 2026

Marine Corps Announces New Scout Career Field

By Mike Glenn (The Washington Times) The Marine Corps is creating a career field focusing on battlefield reconnaissance intended to give commanders ac...

The Hankyoreh

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· Jul 9, 2026

Lee uses NATO summit to discuss shipbuilding with Trump, N. Korean POWS with Zelenskyy

Lee uses NATO summit to discuss shipbuilding with Trump, N. Korean POWS with Zelenskyy

Kyiv Post

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· Jun 29, 2026

Poland Enters ‘Next Stage’ of Talks on Hosting Permanent US Military Base

Talks between Poland and the US on establishing a permanent American military base have advanced, with the Pentagon reviewing available forces. Warsaw says a lasting US presence would strengthen NATO’s eastern flank and deter threats, despite recent uncertainty over Washington’s long-term commitment to European security and shifting plans for US troop deployments in Poland.

Associated Press

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· Jul 7, 2026

LIVE: Keynote speeches at 2026 NATO Summit Defense Industry Forum

Watch live coverage of the NATO Defense Industry Forum where weapons deals are being announced in an attempt to convince U.S. President Donald Trump that the members of the military alliance are stepping up defense spending. #nato #live

Washington Examiner

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· Jun 21, 2026

Vance says US and Iran can ‘sit together as teams’ for first time under deal

Vice President JD Vance said the United States and Iran can “sit together as teams” for the first time under the ceasefire agreements the two countries are discussing in Switzerland on Sunday. “What today really represents is the beginning of a technical negotiation that’s not going to solve every disagreement, but it’s going to allow []

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Related coverage for "NATO joins US drills as Washington questions alliance": Modern Diplomacy — NATO drills highlight military unity despite Trump tensions. WMAL – 105.9 FM – Washington DC — Marine Corps Announces New Scout Career Field. The Hankyoreh — Lee uses NATO summit to discuss shipbuilding with Trump, N. Korean POWS with Zelenskyy. Kyiv Post — Poland Enters ‘Next Stage’ of Talks on Hosting Permanent US Military Base. Associated Press — LIVE: Keynote speeches at 2026 NATO Summit Defense Industry Forum. Washington Examiner — Vance says US and Iran can ‘sit together as teams’ for first time under deal