armed forces

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But the shift has also raised concerns among some religious liberty advocates and observers who argue that the consolidation may obscure the diversity of belief systems within the armed forces.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

The diversion request was granted last year after Perry argued that he suffers from mental health issues due to his time in the armed forces, Ilacqua said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

The HRW report also says munitions belonging to the UAE armed forces were found after the capture of Colombian mercenaries inside Sudan.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Iran has insisted that vessels must obtain permission from its armed forces.

From Barron's • May 24, 2026

First, he was in the army, and all the people who were above him kept disap-pearing until he was the one right below the head of the whole armed forces.

From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez