First Lady honors World War I veterans, advocates of national memorialThe National World War I Memorial, which opened to the public in April 2021, will be completed in September of this year.By Zamone Perez3 days ago
US airstrike targeting al-Qaida leader in Syria killed a farmerA U.S. airstrike in Syria in May 2023 that was targeting an al-Qaida leader killed an innocent civilian instead, U.S. Central Command said Thursday.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press9 days ago
Afghanistan withdrawal errors came despite military concernsFormer Joint Chiefs Chairman Mark Milley testified before Congress on Tuesday about the mistakes leading up to the Afghanistan withdrawal in August 2021.By Leo Shane III8 weeks ago
Combatant commanders head to Capitol Hill to face budget questionsDefense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of March 18, 2024.By Leo Shane III8 weeks ago
Lawmakers push Pentagon for overdue data on tanker suicide rates Lawmakers are urging the Pentagon to comply with federal law so they can take action on systemic suicide risks.By Davis Winkie8 weeks ago
Lawmaker presses Army to explore permanent armor presence in EuropeRep. Don Bacon urged the Army to “give serious consideration” to basing armor units overseas after Army Times investigated suicides in tank units.By Davis Winkie8 weeks ago
White House set to release next year’s budget plans on MondayDefense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of March 11, 2024.By Leo Shane III2 months ago
Troops in Iraq, Syria had close calls with militia attacksNearly 200 troops have been injured in attacks from Iran-backed militant groups since October.By Meghann Myers2 months ago
Lawmaker who claims to be a retired rear admiral was actually demotedSince retiring from the Navy, Rep. Ronny Jackson has claimed to be a retired one-star admiral. But records show he was reduced in rank to captain.By Geoff Ziezulewicz2 months ago
The National Guard’s quiet role in Iraq, Syria and JordanGuardsmen are facing more hostility downrange than they have in years.By Meghann Myers2 months ago
Navy LT attempting world record run from LA to NYC in 40 daysLt. Paul Johnson starts his cross-country run in Los Angeles on March 1.By Sarah Sicard2 months ago
Turkey F-16 sale to proceed after Senate voteThe Senate overwhelmingly rejected a resolution to block the sale of F-16 fighter jets to Turkey after Ankara approved Sweden's NATO accession.By Bryant Harris2 months ago