Danger pay for US troops could double, expand to more regionsThe U.S. defense budget request for Fiscal Year 2027 has raised the prospect of an increase in the monthly stipend paid out to troops in dangerous regions.By Hope Hodge Seck13 days ago
Lawmakers push to expand gun rights on Army Corps of Engineers-run landsA group of GOP lawmakers is pressing the Army to loosen restrictions on firearms at recreation sites run by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.By Daniel Terrill13 days ago
US destroys six Iranian small boats, shoots down missiles, drones, admiral saysAdm. Brad Cooper said Iran was trying to interfere with a U.S. military operation to open the Strait of Hormuz to commercial traffic.By Phil Stewart and Idrees Ali, Reuters14 days ago
US combatant chiefs want more amphibious ready groups, Marine commandant saysThe four-star officers who lead U.S. military commands have all requested the support of amphibious ready groups and Marine Expeditionary Units.By Riley Ceder2 weeks ago
Marines win top sniper competitionTwo Marine snipers brought home the top prize at this year’s International Sniper Competition in a rare win for the Corps.By Eve Sampson5 weeks ago
US has destroyed entire class of Iranian warships, CENTCOM commander saysThe U.S. had struck more than 60 Iranian ships, according to U.S. Central Command Commander Adm. Brad Cooper.By Riley Ceder2 months ago