‘Scary and silencing’: Troops, families receive threats from foreign bad actors
The threats began after the U.S. strikes against Iran and have included identifying details about troops, their spouses and children.
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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.
‘Infrastructure is the weapon’: Inside the race to build portable interceptor factories
As the Iran war drives global demand for interceptor drones, defense startups are betting they can fit a production line into a shipping container.
Fewer service members died by suicide in 2024 than year prior, report finds
The report on 2024 suicides found a decrease in the total force suicide rate, though active component rates have steadily increased from 2011 to 2024.
Marines warn of ICE presence at Parris Island boot camp events
Citing “increased force protection measures,” visitors at the Marine Corps recruit depot can expect ICE personnel posted outside the base.
Trump interested in calling on Arab states to help pay for Iran war, White House says
“I think it’s something the President would be quite interested in calling them to do,” press secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Monday.
US Space Command provides update on phased headquarters relocation to Alabama
The command plans to break ground on a new headquarters facility on an approximately 60-acre site near the center of Redstone Arsenal in 2027.
Feds sue towing company for allegedly illegally auctioning off troops’ cars — including many towed from base
Some of the vehicles were auctioned off in spite of being registered to on-base addresses, including barracks.
Coast Guard operations, capabilities damaged by continued shutdown, says vice commandant
According to Adm. Thomas Allan, the service has incurred more than $200 million in unpaid bills since the partial shutdown began on Feb. 14.
34th ‘Rude Rams’ named top 2025 Air Force fighter squadron
The “Rude Rams” won the 2025 Raytheon Award, recognizing the fighter squadron as the top across the force for their assistance in CENTCOM operations.
Military families: DOD wants your input on quality of life improvements
What could states do to make life better for military families? DOD wants to know.
