WSJ Laments: The U.S. Military Exits Iraq, Leaving Behind a Nation in Peril - After spending more than 23 years and $1.7 trillion, America is winding down what critics have called its forever war in Iraq, closing the last major U.S. military base on Wednesday.
WaPost: Pentagon quietly adds dozens to tally of troops wounded amid Iran war - With the addition of 29 U.S. sailors and eight Marines, the total number of personnel wounded since the start of hostilities has risen to 861, database shows.