Retired colonel says this is one of the 'big problems' amid Russia's recent gains

Retired US Air Force Col. Cedric Leighton explains why he thinks 'Russians have a chance' to potentially exploit recent small gains they've made in Ukraine.

Retired colonel explains what Russia may do next after taking Avdiivka

Ukraine has ceded Avdiivka to the Russians after withdrawing from the strategically important city. Retired US Air Force Col. Cedric Leighton examines why this is a significant move.

Concerns over Israel's potential ground operation in Rafah

Retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, Cedric Leighton, joins Rosemary Church to discuss Israel's potential ground offensive in Rafah.

'Extremely precise': Retired colonel reacts to US military strike in Baghdad

Retired US Air Force Colonel Cedric Leighton reacts to a military strike in Baghdad that killed a Kataib Hezbollah commander who US Central Command says is responsible for attacks on American forces in the region.

CNN military analyst on the fighter jet used in US-led strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen

The US and UK have conducted strikes on at least 30 Houthi targets in Yemen from air and surface platforms, according to officials. The US said it also struck weapons the Iran-backed rebel group was prepared to launch at ships in the Red Sea. CNN...

Retired colonel on a 'warning' to Iran in aftermath of US troops killed in Jordan

US Air Force Col. Cedric Leighton (Ret.) explains what he thinks is the best option for how the US could deal with Iran and respond to the killing of three US troops in a drone attack in Jordan.

'You can serve beyond your uniform': Miss America 2024 on defying stereotypes

Miss America 2024 Madison Marsh sits down with CNN for her first national interview since becoming the first active-duty Air Force officer ever to receive the national title.

Ukraine targets two Russian aircraft over the Sea of Azov

Ukraine says its Air Force targeted two Russian aircraft over the Sea of Azov. One plane was able to land, but Ukraine says it's "beyond repair." CNN's Fred Pleitgen has the details.

Hear retired colonel weigh in on attack in Belgorod, Russia

Russia says at least 14 people, including two children, were killed in Ukrainian shelling on the Russian city of Belgorod. CNN military analyst and retired US Air Force Col. Cedric Leighton discusses.

Hear what retired colonel thinks about damage done to Russian warship

Retired US Air Force Col. Cedric Leighton breaks down the airstrike Ukraine claims to have carried out that destroyed a Russian ship.

Pro-Palestinian protesters attempt to storm U.S. air base in Turkey

Turkish police intervened on Sunday after pro-Palestinian protesters attempted to storm an air base housing U.S. Air Force troops in southern Turkey, according to Turkish state news agency Anadolu.

'The message is don't do this': Retired Col. on US airstrikes in Syria

The US carried out airstrikes targeting two facilities linked to Iranian-backed militias in eastern Syria, according to the Defense Secretary. Retired Colone...

Retired General: Budget chaos poses threat to US security

With the military hobbled by America's budget fight, "weakness encourages aggression," warns retired Air Force Lt. Gen. David Deptula. When enemies "see this kind of dysfunction occurring in the United States, it tends to signal an opportunity...

Tuberville said the military 'is not an equal opportunity employer.' Retired US admiral fires back

Retired Rear Admiral John Kirby joined CNN's Brianna Keilar to discuss Senator Tommy Tuberville's (R-AL) comments after voting against Air Force Gen. Charles "CQ" confirmation.

Man describes what he saw during near-death experience

Senior Master Sgt. Israel Del Toro (Ret.) tells Jake Tapper about his new memoir, "A Patriot's Promise." #CNN #News

Hear why retired Air Force colonel says Ukraine attack is 'impressive'

Retired Air Force colonel Cedric Leighton breaks down the cruise missile attack by Ukraine against the Black Sea Fleet headquarters in occupied Crimea.

'Very debilitating': Air Force boss blasts Tuberville's military blockade

U.S. Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall talks with CNN's Jim Acosta about Sen. Tommy Tuberville's (R-AL) continued blockade on hundreds of military promotions over the Pentagon's abortion policies.

Retired colonel explains how this tactic used in Ukraine-Russia war has revolutionized warfare

Retired US Air Force Col. Cedric Leighton shares which tool he believes is "revolutionary" from the war in Ukraine and explains why.

Video shows Russian jets harassing US drones in Syria

Three Russian fighter jets intercepted three US Air Force drones in northeastern Syria that Air Force Lt. Gen Alex Grynkewich called "unsafe and unprofessional." CNN's Oren Liebermann reports.

See Biden family's reaction to firework spectacle

CNN's "Fourth in America" special showcased fireworks from the nation's capital in Washington, DC, accompanied by the US Air Force Band's rendition of "America, the Beautiful."

Retired colonel reacts to Zelensky sounding the alarm about some Republicans

Retired US Air Force Col. Cedric Leighton reacts to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's warning about some GOP members of Congress endangering support to Ukraine to fight Russia.