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U.S. Central Command says American forces shot down four Iranian one-way attack drones launched toward the Strait of Hormuz, calling them an "immediate threat to regional maritime traffic." U.S. forces subsequently struck Iranian coastal surveillance radar sites in Goruk and on Qeshm Island. No U.S. casualties were reported.

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Inside the Boardroom Revolution: How Veteran Executives Are Rewriting Fortune 500 Playbooks

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A new generation of executives who served in uniform is bringing a different operating tempo to America's boardrooms — one defined by mission clarity, ruthless prioritization, and a willingness to make decisions without complete information. Their playbooks are quietly reshaping how Fortune 500 companies hire, plan, and succeed leaders.

By Marcus Whitfield · June 8, 2026 · 6:00 AM ET · 9 min read
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