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US, Philippine forces stage combat drills near strategic Bashi Channel
U.S. Marines and their Filipino counterparts have staged joint combat drills near southern Taiwan, a flashpoint in the Washington-Beijing military rivalry.
US-China defense talks resume as two sides meet in Washington
Military officials from both countries met for two days, restarting a communications channel lapsed since 2022
How the Osprey grounding affected a Marine unit in the Indo-Pacific
Without Ospreys, the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit can still carry out its missions, according to its commander. But it has made things harder.
Taiwan reports China sent 4 suspected spy balloons over the island
Taiwan’s Defense Ministry says China sent four balloons over the island, three of which passed near a key air force base.
New in 2024: Marines start moving from Japan to new base on Guam
In 2024, the United States and Japan plan to spend more than $1 billion on construction at Camp Blaz, Guam.
US announces new weapons package for Ukraine
It could be the final package of military aid to Ukraine unless Congress approves supplemental funding legislation that is stalled on Capitol Hill.
By Lolita C. Baldor, AP
Top US military officer speaks with Chinese counterpart
The video call between Gen. CQ Brown and Gen. Liu Zhenli is the first senior military communications between the U.S. and China since August 2022.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
US Indo-Pacific commander ‘concerned’ about China-Russia military ties
Adm. John C. Aquilino said he is “very concerned” about increased joint military actions by China and Russia in the region.
Troops’ housing allowances will get a 5% boost in 2024
Housing allowances on average will get a boost, but not the historic increase seen in 2023.
By Karen Jowers