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U.S. Military Reports Destruction of Iranian Oil Tankers, Smithsonian Secretary Resigns
The U.S. military announced it destroyed five Iranian oil tankers. Separately, Lonnie G. Bunch III, the Smithsonian's head, stated his intention to step down by year-end.
09/27/2026 · Virginia edition
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Why it matters locally: The resignation of the Smithsonian Secretary could be of particular interest to Virginians given the Smithsonian's close proximity to the state and its role as a major cultural and educational institution for many residents.
The U.S. military reported the destruction of five Iranian oil tankers. This action follows continued developments in the region. Separately, Lonnie G. Bunch III, the 14th Secretary of the Smithsonian, announced plans to resign. He will step down from his position by the end of the current year. Bunch spoke during the National Archives Foundation Records of Achievement Award Ceremony and Gala 2023. The event took place on December 4, 2023, in Washington, D.C. Tasos Katopodis provided an image of Bunch at the event.Related Topics
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