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United States forces are preparing to withdraw from Iraq, ending a military presence of more than two decades that began with the 2003 invasion. The move marks a major shift in the American footprint in the Middle East and closes a long chapter of US involvement in Iraqi security affairs.

A Ukrainian commander has described how his troops conduct ground assaults during daylight hours while deploying ground robots and other unmanned systems at night. The explanation highlights how Ukraine's forces are increasingly relying on robotic vehicles to move supplies and support attacks while reducing risk to soldiers, with darkness offering cover from Russian drones and observation.

Reports describe how a late-night drive by masked men led to the disruption of an alleged plot to attack US troops on British soil. The story recounts the circumstances that derailed what authorities are calling a planned deadly attack. Details about arrests, charges, and the current condition of any suspects remain limited in the available reporting.

United States military personnel are taking part in Ecuador’s fight against drug trafficking, according to a Semafor report. The deployment signals deepening security cooperation between Washington and Quito as Ecuador grapples with surging cartel violence. The news has drawn attention across the region, with observers weighing what a direct US military role means for Ecuador’s sovereignty and its hardline security strategy.

Poland has offered to pay $15,000 a year for each US service member stationed in the country, on top of covering infrastructure costs. Polish Deputy Defense Minister Paweł Zalewski announced the offer in an interview, underscoring Warsaw's push to keep and expand the American military presence amid ongoing security concerns over Russia.

The US military has disabled advertising trackers on its websites amid fears the data they generate could expose the locations and movements of American service members. The move follows warnings that tracking tools embedded in government sites can leak sensitive information to advertisers or adversaries, a concern heightened by current tensions with Iran.

The US Army deployed a registered dietitian to the Himalayas to support soldiers operating in high-altitude conditions. The posting is aimed at helping troops manage nutrition, hydration and energy needs in extreme cold and thin air, where poor diet can sharply reduce performance and raise the risk of altitude-related illness. The Army says such roles are becoming a bigger part of readiness in demanding environments.