What troops need to know about Hegseth’s new memos for the force
Hegseth ordered more strict grooming and fitness standards and less training on subjects like the Privacy Act, cybersecurity and controlled information.
By Carla Babb
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Troops in DC encounter few crises, but plenty of walking and yard work
Dozens of troops who spoke to Military Times view their current deployment as “part of the job,” but say they haven’t seen “emergency” levels of crime.
By Carla Babb
Paratrooper charged in Syria shootout acquitted of all charges
The soldier’s attorney argued that the patrol briefed leaders that it would go to the checkpoint and the alleged threats were intended to deter an attack.
By Kyle Rempfer
XVIII Airborne Corps commander set to be next CENTCOM boss
Lt. Gen. Erik Kurilla has been nominated for the military's top Middle East job.
Rally in Baghdad on anniversary of Iranian general’s death
The January 2020 strike killed Gen. Qassem Soleimani.
Biden and Putin to speak again amid Russian military buildup at Ukraine’s border
The world leaders last spoke directly on Dec. 7.
Inflation and budget gridlock take a toll on the Pentagon
The prospect of increased weapons costs and rising wages are already causing significant problems for Pentagon planners as they craft President Joe Biden’s upcoming budget proposal for fiscal 2023, defense experts say.
By Joe Gould
Troops find religious exemption for COVID-19 vaccines unattainable
Obtaining a religious exemption is rooted in a process that predates the pandemic and has been used for decisions such as whether troops on duty can wear head coverings or beards for religious reasons.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Army announces 3 unit rotations to Mideast, Europe and Korea
The Army has announced three brigade combat team deployments in the coming months as part of a regular rotation of forces.
By Army Times staff
Troops to Teachers program to restart under just-passed defense bill
Defense officials had shut down the program to new applicants earlier this fall.
Air Force discharges 27 for refusal to get COVID vaccine
The Air Force gave its forces until Nov. 2 to get the vaccine, and thousands have either refused or sought an exemption.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
As Pentagon calls for industry innovation, top acquisition nominees remain stalled
The Pentagon has are too few acquisition officials confirmed for the defense industry.
By Joe Gould