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How the Army’s chief of staff plans to modernize the service
The service faces an "axis of upheaval," Gen. Randy George said Tuesday.
Sending THAAD to Israel adds to strain on US Army, leaders say
The top two Army leaders said the THAAD deployment also adds potential delays in modernizing the service’s missile defense systems.
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Opinion
To deter Iran, US must rethink military basing in the Middle East
Geography is destiny, but when it comes to U.S. bases in the Middle East, it needn’t be, Gen. Kenneth F. McKenzie Jr. (ret.) writes in this op-ed.
Russia casualties reach 600,000 during war in Ukraine, Pentagon says
While staggering, the losses don't mean a clear victory for Ukraine either, U.S. officials said.
Marine captain makes her professional boxing debut
Capt. Stephanie Simon previously was a Golden Gloves National Tournament winner for the II Marine Expeditionary Force's boxing team.
Israel defense minister delays DC visit amid Iran strike planning
The Pentagon said the Israeli Defense Ministry hadn't yet offered an alternative date.
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5,000 more National Guard troops mobilized ahead of Hurricane Milton
Guardsmen are readying for the next hurricane even as other military personnel are still working on recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene.
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How the Army is engaging soldiers to write and read more on key issues
The Army wants soldiers to do more military reading and writing, as its leaders hope to capture feedback from the force on how to fight the next war.
By Todd South
Trump aims to expand domestic military use if reelected
The Republican presidential candidate has pledged to station troops at the U.S.-Mexico border and use troops to carry out domestic policy priorities.
Mobile app gives armor soldiers a training simulator in their pockets
The application works for the Abrams tank, Bradley Fighting Vehicle and soon the M10 Booker.
By Todd South
Why Army divisions must prepare to get dirty
The 1st Infantry Division will be the next unit to run its headquarters through an in-person, large-scale combat exercise.
By Todd South
From drone swarms to exoskeletons, Army charts path for robotic future
Drone swarms, automated convoy operations and an exoskeleton to lighten the load are on the horizon.
By Todd South
Sensor upgrades next up for the Army’s new rifle and machine gun
The Army wants 'plug and play' options for sensor development with the weapon's fire control.
By Todd South
Soldiers will get $240 a month for operational deployments
The benefit is the new standard for operational deployment pay moving forward for the service, said Secretary of the Army Christine Wormuth.
By Todd South
What ‘Transformation in Contact’ means for the enlisted soldier
The top enlisted soldier at U.S. Army Forces Command says junior soldiers now have a voice in the Army's future.
By Todd South
Plans for multiple VA medical clinics remain stalled despite funding
More than $670 million set aside for new VA outpatient clinics in 12 states is still waiting for final plans from the White House and Congress.
US to send missile defense system and troops to Israel
That announcement comes as Iran has warned Washington to keep American military forces out of Israel.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Army wants all troops on new fitness program by 2032. How’s it going?
In one year, the Army has trained more than 1,300 Health and Fitness integrators to bring holistic health training to their units.
By Todd South
US Army sets ambitious new recruiting goal following years of struggle
The Army is boosting its recruiting goal after meeting its recruiting goals for the first time in several years.
How the Army’s upgrading ammo to destroy targets large and small
One-way tracers, airbursting grenades and enhanced training rounds for night combat are in the works.
By Todd South
How the Army plans to remove soldiers from the deadly breach
Drones, autonomous bulldozers, target recognition software and more are all part of the experiments.
By Todd South
How Project Polaris is gearing up the brigade by targeting the squad
The home for all things soldier gear is partnering with a host of Army entities to build a better infantry brigade by working from the bottom up.
By Todd South
GM Defense pitches silent-drive vehicle as heir to the Humvee
GM Defense has developed a technology demonstrator to show the Army what is possible for a new tactical vehicle with a diesel engine and electric power.
By Jen Judson