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B-1 bombers, NATO fighters fly over Latvia to show unified force

The B-1s were joined by Gripen fighters from NATO allies Hungary and Sweden during their flyover of Latvia, which lies to the west of Russia.

By Stephen Losey

2 months ago

Marines and sailors combat drone threats by digging trenches

In a recent exercise, U.S. Marines and sailors worked with Latvian Army troops to clear woods and build a warren of trenches designed for drone warfare.

4 months ago

US clears Poland to buy HIMARS, ATACMS, ammunition worth $10 billion

The U.S. State Department has approved Poland to buy advanced rockets and rocket launchers worth $10 billion.

3 years ago

Soldiers manning HIMARS head to Latvia for exercises

Army officials said the exercise shows they can send soldiers and long-range precision fires at a moment’s notice anywhere in Europe.

By Zamone Perez

3 years ago

Ukraine weapon switcheroos are flushing Soviet arms out of Europe

As some Eastern European nations send their Soviet-era kit to help Ukraine defend itself against Russia’s attack, the new weapons those nations stand to get in return from the United States and its allies could shape the continent’s arsenal for years to come.

By Joe Gould and Sebastian Sprenger

4 years ago

Paratroopers with the 173rd Airborne Brigade fire live Stinger missiles in Croatia

The 173rd Airborne Brigade has only previously fired replica Stinger rounds.

By Rachel Nostrant

4 years ago