US unveils international force to defend Red Sea. Here’s what we know.Several nations have announced their contributions to Operation Prosperity Guardian, a new multinational security initiative in the Middle East.22 months ago
British defense minister to step down this yearBen Wallace plans to vacate his role when Prime Minister Rishi Sunak conducts a government reshuffle, expected sometime in September.2 years ago
Army Southern European Task Force, Africa turns to AI for wargamingThe wargame, part of a deployment readiness exercise at Vicenza, Italy, took advantage of Maven, the Pentagon’s flagship AI project.
Trump’s National Guard deployments reignite 200-year-old legal debate"If you’re confused about what the law does and doesn’t allow the president to do with the National Guard, that’s understandable," writes Andrea Katz.
Trump taps Hegseth’s top military aide for Army vice chief of staff Gen. James Mingus is currently vice chief of staff and has not publicly said he plans to step aside.
Soldiers now equipped with next-gen navigation systemMAPS GEN II provides troops with increased abilities to navigate and communicate in environments where GPS is denied or degraded.
The WWII origins of the (now demolished) East Wing of the White HouseThe White House’s many reconstruction and remodeling efforts since 1792 have drawn media, congressional and public ire. This one has been no different.
Coast Guard spends $200 million on private jets for DHS leadersDHS previously requested $50 million for a new U.S. Coast Guard plane, a figure that has since quadrupled, according to congressional Democrats.
Air Force conducts ‘bomber attack’ demonstration near VenezuelaThe flight was intended to demonstrate “U.S. commitment to proactively deter adversary threats to the U.S. homeland," according to the Air Force.
Army to downplay bonuses, ramp up job flexibility in retention effortsArmy officials said the service is trying to adapt to the priorities of a younger generation.
In a war, the US Army could destroy China’s ports. Should it?If America were to go to war with China, damaging Chinese ports or seizing economic facilities would be a strategic blunder, one officer argues.
Army, Marine Corps vehicles not ready for combat, watchdog findsIndustry challenges and reductions in vehicle overhauls have kneecapped vehicle combat readiness in the Army and Marine Corps, the GAO report said.