The Pentagon wants to field laser weapons at scale within 3 years
Amid waves of Iranian drone attacks, the U.S. Defense Department is pushing to finally field high-energy laser weapons in the next 36 months.
By Jared Keller
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Top Trump official resigns over Iran, blaming Israel for march to war
"I cannot support sending the next generation off to fight and die in a war that serves no benefit to the American people," the official said.
By Tanya Noury
Military academies report drop in sex assaults for 2nd straight year
It marks a sharp turnaround from an alarming surge two years ago that triggered sweeping reviews and an overhaul in leadership.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Will senior enlisted troops see a targeted pay boost in 2026?
After lawmakers agreed to plans to boost pay for junior enlisted troops, they are now shifting focus to more senior enlisted members.
Trust in the military on the rise, but still below pre-pandemic levels
More than half of the individuals polled said they have a great deal of trust in the U.S. armed forces.
Fort Irwin specialist faces murder charge in death of fellow soldier
The soldier is being held in a Navy brig in California.
By Todd South
New Army-funded tech creates realistic terrain, avatars in simulations
The same institute created Oscar-winning facial scanning tech for major Hollywood films like "Blade Runner 2049" and "Avatar."
By Todd South
Military aid societies seek crucial funds for troops on Giving Tuesday
This is the third consecutive year the relief societies have joined together to raise funds through their “Mission Give” campaign.
By Karen Jowers
Opinion
National Guard troops deserve equal GI Bill eligibility
It's time for the next administration to expand GI Bill eligibility for National Guard troops, Daniel Elkins argues in this op-ed.
By Daniel Elkins
Vets can opt for ‘green’ burials at VA cemeteries through new pilot
Three cemeteries will begin offering environmentally friendly burial options immediately.
Marine Corps F-35C notches first overseas combat strike
Marine F-35C pilots hit Houthi positions being used to target military and civilian vessels in the Red Sea area.
By Todd South
Could a fighter jet software upgrade have saved this pilot’s life?
The Navy has declined to answer questions about a fatal Super Hornet crash, and whether a safety system could have saved the pilot's life.
By Diana Stancy