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US to reduce military footprint in Syria to fewer than 1,000 troops

The departure would return force levels to where they had been for years, after the U.S. and its allies waged a multiyear campaign to defeat ISIS.

By Tara Copp, AP and Beth Sullivan

4 weeks ago

Top general recommends US maintain current troop levels in Europe

The commander's comments come amid concerns from Congress that the Pentagon is considering reducing the number of U.S. troops on the continent.

By Nikki Wentling

5 weeks ago

Hegseth opts for virtual attendance at Ukraine defense group meeting

Even joining via teleconference is better than passing altogether, multiple European officials said.

By Noah Robertson

5 weeks ago

Trump promises $1 trillion in defense spending for next year

Trump's plan for a huge increase in defense spending next fiscal year would mean billions more for equipment and training.

By Leo Shane III

5 weeks ago

Top US admiral at NATO removed amid Trump’s growing military firings

Vice Adm. Shoshana Chatfield represented the U.S. in NATO's Military Commission, the alliance's leading military board.

By Noah Robertson

5 weeks ago

GOP leaders warn Trump not to abandon NATO post, Pacific buildup plans

Republican leaders are concerned about rumored plans to scale back American military involvement in Europe and Japan.

By Leo Shane III

8 weeks ago

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