Special operators want electronic attack and firepower for watercraft
Officials want kinetic and nonkinetic weapons for a variety of vessels.
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Supreme Court allows transgender military ban to take effect, for now
The high court moved to allow President Donald Trump's administration to enforce a ban on transgender troops while legal challenges proceed.
Hegseth champions special operations as the force for today’s threats
There has been a 200% increase in SOF missions over the past three years, the defense secretary said.
Family sues over Florida deputy’s killing of US airman
Former Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Deputy Eddie Duran shot and killed Senior Airman Roger Fortson at the door of Fortson’s apartment in May 2024.
The subtle genius of the ‘chess scene’ in ‘Saving Private Ryan’
Captain Miller’s revelation humanizes soldiers and exposes the tragic irony of war.
Hegseth directs 20% cut to top military leadership positions
In a memo dated Monday, Hegseth said the cuts will remove “redundant force structure to optimize and streamline leadership.”
Army pauses helicopter flights near DC airport after more close calls
The pause comes after 67 people died in January when a passenger jet collided in midair with a Black Hawk helicopter at Reagan airport.
WWII ship accidentally sinks before US-Philippine ship-sinking drill
The BRP Miguel Malvar took on water while being towed ahead of a live-fire drill in the South China Sea.
Defense Department designates second military zone on southern border
Troops are authorized to take custody of migrants who illegally cross the border within the zone until they are transferred to civilian authorities.
Head Navy officer lists top tasks for service, eyes 2027
Chief of Naval Operations Adm. James W. Kilby listed improved recruiting and the embrace of unmanned and manned systems as priorities.
Army plans for Trump birthday parade include 6,600 troops: Report
Plans for a potential military parade on President Trump’s birthday call for more than 6,600 soldiers, at least 150 vehicles and 50 helicopters.
Pentagon keeps 2 aircraft carriers in Middle East for another week
The carrier Harry S. Truman is expected to head home to Norfolk, Virginia, after the week is up, according to officials.
Soldier charged with cocaine distribution after Colorado club raid
A staff sergeant assigned to Fort Carson allegedly sold cocaine to an undercover DEA agent days before a raid at an illegal club, court documents said.
Hegseth backs Air Force three-star Grynkewich for top Europe job
On the Joint Staff, Grynkewich has helped direct U.S. forces around the world in a year marked by the wars in Ukraine and Gaza and China’s rise.
SecDef wields axe to brass, HQs, formations to fashion leaner Army
Hegseth ordered the Army secretary to cut programs, reduce the number of general officers in the ranks and consolidate offices, commands and headquarters.
Service leaders laud quality-of-life improvements, but concerns linger
Officials worry that planned Defense Department civilian workforce cuts could hurt base services and military family support.
10 books inspired by the Vietnam War
The Vietnam War inspired enduring literature, from both sides of the world.
