First look at the Global War on Terrorism Memorial design in WashingtonIf the design is approved, the foundation is aiming for a 2027 groundbreaking and a project completion date of late 2028. By J.D. Simkins3 days ago
Iraq and Afghanistan veterans are retiring. How will new leaders inherit their lessons learned?The retirement of the post-9/11 generation raises a question: What, exactly, is worth carrying forward into a new age of warfare?By Natalie Oliverio3 days ago
US troops, families adjust to new normal of Iran war“To maintain this constant state of ‘Level 10’ alert vigilance, to be ready to go at the drop of a hat, is a very stressful ... operational mission." By Phil Stewart, Reuters6 days ago
US forces board sanctioned tanker in Indian Ocean, Pentagon saysU.S. forces have intercepted multiple commercial and oil tankers in the Indian Ocean in recent months.By Reuters8 days ago
Pentagon balks at court order allowing HIV-positive persons to serveThe Pentagon is fighting a court ruling that lifted a ban on potential recruits with controlled HIV from joining the military.By Patricia Kime9 days ago
Navy eliminates regular performance, fitness reports for select paygrades"Personnel in these paygrades have demonstrated a sustained history of superior performance ... that negate the requirement for annual periodic reporting."By J.D. Simkins9 days ago