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US troop numbers in Eastern Europe could continue to grow
The head of U.S. European Command said that Eastern Europe could be a future site for more NATO and American forces.
National Guard boss: US can still fund Ukraine F-16 training — for now
The U.S. has been unable to send any new weapons packages to Ukraine as aid legislation stalls in Congress.
By Tara Copp, AP
New Tricare contracts to start next January, promising better care
New Tricare contracts aim to improve access to health care, clinical quality and patient safety, as well as increase military readiness.
By Karen Jowers
Federal judge clears way for new Tricare West Region contract
A new generation of Tricare contracts is designed to improve care for the 9.6 million Tricare beneficiaries under their purview.
By Karen Jowers
NATO holds its biggest exercises in decades, involving 90K personnel
Dubbed "Steadfast Defender 24," the drill come as Russia’s war on Ukraine bogs down.
By The Associated Press
Secretive surveillance flights keep close watch on Russia and Ukraine
NATO policing of its airspace has ramped up since the Russian invasion of Ukraine almost two years ago.
Japan resumes landfill work at new US military site on Okinawa
The site for the base on the eastern coast of Okinawa has been at the center of a dispute between the government in Tokyo and the local authorities.
New system to improve shipments of troops’ household goods delayed
The new system reportedly will not be ready to move all domestic shipments by the summer 2024.
By Karen Jowers
Thousands of troops remain deployed in response to Ukraine war
The Pentagon isn't considering withdrawing the extra troops anytime soon.
Romania inaugurates an F-16 pilot training center for NATO, Ukraine
The training facility, situated at an air base in Fetesti in southeast Romania, will aim to increase interoperability between NATO allies.
Ukraine president seeks more support at NATO defense ministers meeting
This was also the first Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting for U.S. Joint Chiefs chairman Gen. CQ Brown.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press