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How the US has shifted military jets and ships in the Middle East

As America’s national security leaders discuss next steps, the Pentagon has moved to ensure that troops and bases in the region are protected.

By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

11 days ago

Opinion

Why I chose to retire from government service at this time

In this op-ed, retired Navy Capt. John Cordle shares why he chose to retire from his position as a federal worker under the current administration.

By Capt. John Cordle (ret.)

11 days ago

Second Navy SEAL charged in war crimes probe

Although he wasn’t present during the alleged homicide near the Iraqi city of Mosul in 2017, Lt. Jacob “Jake” Portier faces an upcoming Article 32 hearing for supposedly covering up evidence that Special Operations Chief Edward “Eddie” Gallagher committed a string of war crimes there.

By Carl Prine

7 years ago

Two Navy warships transit Taiwan Strait

Officials in Beijing have yet to comment on passage of the American destroyer and cruiser, but in the past the Chinese government has taken a hard line against Navy vessels transiting the waterway separating mainland China from Taiwan.

By Tara Copp, AP and Carl Prine

7 years ago

Not many troops are opting into the new retirement system

Why is the 'take rate' so low for the new retirement system? Are troops getting the best advice?

By Karen Jowers

7 years ago

Charged with war crimes and stuck in the brig, a Navy SEAL vows to fight on

Federal agents are not only probing the death of an Islamic State detainee in Iraq, but also photographs that show SEALs posing with the body and questions about how Naval Special Warfare Group 1 officers and senior chief petty officers handled the internal investigation into the alleged incidents.

By Carl Prine

7 years ago

Service members are getting catfished, blackmailed on dating apps by male prisoners posing as women, report says

The alleged sextortion scheme began in 2015, with prisoners posing as women in the same age bracket as the targeted soldier.

By J.D. Simkins

7 years ago

Many troops are skeptical of a new Space Force, new Military Times poll shows

The idea of a sixth military service branch gets lackluster support from troops.

By Leo Shane III

7 years ago

More letters found in ricin case; Air Force secretary also targeted

The letters were sent to the White House and the Pentagon, targeting the president and military leaders.

7 years ago

Troops see rising political tension in the ranks, poll shows

In the latest Military Times poll, 77 percent of active-duty readers say the armed forces are becoming more politically polarized.

By Leo Shane III

7 years ago

The 300th Marine is bestowed Medal of Honor, for ‘unmatched bravery' in Hue City

Sgt. Maj. John Canley originally was awarded the Navy Cross for his heroics at the infamous battle of Hue City.

By Shawn Snow

7 years ago

Military relief societies have provided more than $2.5 million in hurricane relief to troops ― with more to come

If you need financial assistance because of the hurricane, check with your military relief society.

By Karen Jowers

7 years ago

Latest ""

How the US has shifted military jets and ships in the Middle East

As America’s national security leaders discuss next steps, the Pentagon has moved to ensure that troops and bases in the region are protected.

Opinion

Why I chose to retire from government service at this time

In this op-ed, retired Navy Capt. John Cordle shares why he chose to retire from his position as a federal worker under the current administration.

Second Navy SEAL charged in war crimes probe

Although he wasn’t present during the alleged homicide near the Iraqi city of Mosul in 2017, Lt. Jacob “Jake” Portier faces an upcoming Article 32 hearing for supposedly covering up evidence that Special Operations Chief Edward “Eddie” Gallagher committed a string of war crimes there.

Two Navy warships transit Taiwan Strait

Officials in Beijing have yet to comment on passage of the American destroyer and cruiser, but in the past the Chinese government has taken a hard line against Navy vessels transiting the waterway separating mainland China from Taiwan.

Not many troops are opting into the new retirement system

Why is the 'take rate' so low for the new retirement system? Are troops getting the best advice?

Charged with war crimes and stuck in the brig, a Navy SEAL vows to fight on

Federal agents are not only probing the death of an Islamic State detainee in Iraq, but also photographs that show SEALs posing with the body and questions about how Naval Special Warfare Group 1 officers and senior chief petty officers handled the internal investigation into the alleged incidents.

Service members are getting catfished, blackmailed on dating apps by male prisoners posing as women, report says

The alleged sextortion scheme began in 2015, with prisoners posing as women in the same age bracket as the targeted soldier.

Many troops are skeptical of a new Space Force, new Military Times poll shows

The idea of a sixth military service branch gets lackluster support from troops.

More letters found in ricin case; Air Force secretary also targeted

The letters were sent to the White House and the Pentagon, targeting the president and military leaders.

Troops see rising political tension in the ranks, poll shows

In the latest Military Times poll, 77 percent of active-duty readers say the armed forces are becoming more politically polarized.

The 300th Marine is bestowed Medal of Honor, for ‘unmatched bravery' in Hue City

Sgt. Maj. John Canley originally was awarded the Navy Cross for his heroics at the infamous battle of Hue City.

Military relief societies have provided more than $2.5 million in hurricane relief to troops ― with more to come

If you need financial assistance because of the hurricane, check with your military relief society.

Seven B-2 bombers, multiple decoys used in "Midnight Hammer" strike on Iranian nuclear facilities

Trump says U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities "a spectacular military success"

How to recalibrate cyber strategy in the new administration

What cyber lessons has the Pentagon learned from recent global conflicts?

Opinion

Valor may not expire, but award recognition should have limits

No ‘significant’ mover capacity problems expected for troops, DOD says

US Army tailoring Pacific commands for Multi-Domain force

Lawmaker proposes Iranian Campaign Medal for strikes on nuclear sites

Army seeks $197 billion FY26 budget with transformation plan at center