

US forces disable Iranian-flagged tankers trying to cross blockade
This week, U.S. forces around the Strait of Hormuz have launched strikes against Iranian military facilities and disabled missiles launched by the IRGC.

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Golden Dome has ‘pathways to pivot’ if delays arise, general says
Gen. Michael Guetlein, the appointed czar for America's “Golden Dome” initiative, told lawmakers that plans to build the shield were proceeding apace.

What will Franchetti mean for the fleet?
In which direction will Adm. Lisa Franchetti steer the Navy in 2024?

New in 2024: Corps gets last 2 new Harrier pilots amid aviation revamp
The Marine Corps already has deactivated some Harrier and Hornet squadrons as part of the transition to the F-35B and F-35C.

Marine 1st lieutenants will have smoother path to captain promotions
Beginning in fiscal year 2025, all “fully qualified” Marine first lieutenants will secure a promotion to captain.

New in 2024: Air officer, enlisted training gets a makeover
At every level of an airman's career, education will start to look a little different.

New in 2024: A new slate of officers takes over
“We have accelerated change, and now must turn this momentum into outcomes,” he said Nov. 17.

New year brings same government shutdown threats
Congress enters 2024 without a clear plan for federal spending, just a few weeks before another budget deadline.

New flame-retardant uniform to hit more ships in 2024
The Navy started distributing the uniforms in December 2022 to U.S. Fleet Forces units, including the aircraft carrier Gerald R. Ford.

New in 2024: Eric Smith plans a return to the job of top Marine leader
At various points in 2023, four different generals were in charge of the Marine Corps.

US Navy shoots down more than a dozen drones, missiles in Red Sea
The incident occurred just days after a warship took down four unmanned aerial vehicles in the same waters.
