US envoy expresses regret over alleged sex crimes by troops on OkinawaTwo alleged sexual assaults by U.S. troops on Okinawa have again stoked resentment of the heavy U.S. troop presence on the island.By Mari Yamaguchi3 weeks ago
First batch of Marine amphibious combat vehicles arrive in OkinawaThe vehicle had its overseas operational debut in May.By Todd South3 weeks ago
New rocket rounds give Marines ways to stay hidden while firingThe current version of the launcher creates a bright flash and large smoke cloud when fired, potentially giving away the position of Marines.By Todd South2 months ago
Military sexual assault totals down, but trust among women remains lowLess than half of women in the military trust leaders to properly handle reports of sexual assault, according to new Pentagon data.By Leo Shane III2 months ago
In reversal of recent years, military sex assault reports dropA confidential survey also found a 19% drop in the number service members who said they'd experienced some type of unwanted sexual contact.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press2 months ago
Marines put new amphibious vehicle to use overseas for 1st timeThe journey to getting the amphibious combat vehicle ready for overseas operations has been bumpy.By Irene Loewenson3 months ago
Marines sending new amphibious vehicles to Japan in the summer184 amphibious combat vehicles have already been fielded by BAE Systems to the Marine Corps.By Irene Loewenson3 months ago
Marines work with new ships, interceptors and drone platformsThe Marine Corps is requesting eight new ships over the next five years for its new littoral regiments.By Todd South4 months ago
Marines expect ‘big year’ for drone, ship and logistics testingAerial and maritime drones coupled with a new shore-to-shore connector aim to overcome logistical hurdles.By Todd South4 months ago
Welcome home, Bataan Amphibious Ready GroupSailors and Marines deployed with the group spent nearly nine months deployed before coming home this week.By Geoff Ziezulewicz4 months ago
2025 budget: 4.5% pay raise, shift of troops from active to reserveThe Pentagon is seeking hundreds of millions of dollars for mental health and suicide prevention programs, among others.By Meghann Myers5 months ago
Marine quick-response unit heads for home after Middle East deploymentThe special-operations-capable 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, embarked across three Navy ships, left the Mediterranean Sea on Tuesday.By Irene Loewenson5 months ago