Global War on Terrorism Medals authorized for Houthi operationsTroops involved in Operations Prosperity Guardian, Poseidon Archer and Pandora Throttle are qualified for the award.By Riley Ceder2 days ago
Pentagon chief visits island near South China Sea in sign to BeijingU.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin ended his last trip to the Philippines by visiting a military site near the disputed waterway.By Noah Robertson9 days ago
How one warship thwarting a Houthi attack a year ago changed the NavyThe Navy's fierce and ongoing battle to stop Iran-backed Houthi attacks in the Red Sea began with the USS Carney a year ago, on Oct. 19, 2023.By Geoff Ziezulewicz6 weeks ago
Have you served in the Red Sea in the past year? Tell us about itMilitary Times is looking to talk with sailors who have served aboard ships in the Red Sea and Gulf of Oman in the past year.By Geoff Ziezulewicz7 weeks ago
A ‘few thousand’ more US troops are headed to the Middle EastAs war between Israel and Hezbollah threatens to erupt, the Pentagon said additional U.S. forces "are there for the protection" of other American troops.By Tara Copp, AP8 weeks ago
What will the surge of US forces to the Middle East cost the military?The Pentagon says its surge in forces has helped avert a regional war. But officials warn that it could wear down the services.By Noah Robertson2 months ago