Sean Marks

Chief Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell issued a statement announcing the conclusion of the U.S. military mission in Iraq. The announcement marks a formal end to the American military presence and operations conducted in the country. The full details of the transition and future U.S.-Iraq security arrangements remain unclear from the statement alone.

Brooklyn Nets general manager Sean Marks spoke about the opportunity facing the team in the upcoming NBA season. The remarks came as the Nets continue rebuilding their roster, and fans are weighing how competitive the squad can realistically be. Marks' comments offered a view into the franchise's expectations heading into the campaign.