Defense & State Department News

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War.gov

July 13, 2026

War Department Changes Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Requirements

The War Department announced the suspension of CMMC phase two requirements, initially scheduled to take effect in November, and launched a comprehensive review of the program.

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July 13, 2026

Reduction Expected for Japan Cost-of-Living Allowance Rates

Service members based in Japan will likely see a reduction in their overseas cost-of-living allowance because of a long-term drop in the value of the Japanese yen.

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July 13, 2026

USS San Antonio Assumes Relief Mission in Venezuela

The amphibious transport dock USS San Antonio arrived at La Guaira, Venezuela, relieving USS Fort Lauderdale as the primary maritime component of the humanitarian assistance mission.

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State.gov

July 19, 2026

Secretary of State Marco Rubio Remarks to the Press

Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with reporters at Joint Base Andrews.

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July 11, 2026

Kiribati National Day

The Office of the Spokesperson released a statement from Secretary Rubio marking Kiribati's National Day.

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July 11, 2026

Five Years After the July 11 Demonstrations, Cubans Deserve A Better Future

The Department of State marked the anniversary of the July 11 demonstrations in Cuba with a statement from Secretary Rubio.

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