‘Return of the Dead’: The unthinkable choice faced by military families after WWII
Shortly after the war, more than 171,000 remains were returned to the U.S., while next of kin chose to have more than 110,000 buried overseas.
By Richard Sisk
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Congressional report tallies 42 US aircraft lost or damaged in Operation Epic Fury
Drones took the heaviest hit, accounting for 25 of the 42 aircraft losses listed in the report.
Military pay overhaul could mean huge pay boosts for enlisted troops
The most junior servicemembers would see their pay raised from $23,000 annually to more than $31,000.
More could be done to help dual-military couples, DoD IG reports
Dual-military couples serving in different branches are less likely to get assignments near each other than same-service couples.
By Karen Jowers
Military nominations hold could hurt readiness, says top Marine nominee
One misstep by an less experienced leader can have cascading effects on the entire operation, Marine Gen. Eric Smith said.
House lawmakers back plans for biggest military pay raise in 22 years
Troops would get a 5.2% boost in basic pay under a plan unveiled Monday.
NATO’s largest-ever air defense exercise starts in Germany
In the Air Defender 2023 exercise, 10,000 participants and 250 aircraft from 25 nations respond to a simulated attack on a NATO member.
By The Associated Press
Congress’ critical annual defense policy work kicks off this week
Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of June 12, 2023.
Join the military, become a US citizen: Uncle Sam wants you and vous
Struggling to overcome recruiting shortfalls, the Army and the Air Force have bolstered their marketing to entice legal residents to enlist.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Smog stalls military base activities across eastern seaboard
Toxic fumes muddled professional and recreational plans at military installations along the East Coast.
Troops could see monthly bonuses, better housing pay under House plan
A draft version of the annual defense authorization bill calls for more financial support for younger troops.
US announces new $2.1 billion package of military aid to Ukraine
The new assistance package includes funding for more Patriot missile battery munitions, Hawk air defense systems and missiles, and small Puma drones.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press