Danger pay for US troops could double, expand to more regionsThe U.S. defense budget request for Fiscal Year 2027 has raised the prospect of an increase in the monthly stipend paid out to troops in dangerous regions.By Hope Hodge Seck5 hours ago
US, Iran launch new attacks as they wrestle for control of Gulf watersIt was the first apparent attempt to use military force since last month’s ceasefire announcement.By Parisa Hafezi, Ahmed Tolba and Phil Stewart, Reuters15 hours ago
US combatant chiefs want more amphibious ready groups, Marine commandant saysThe four-star officers who lead U.S. military commands have all requested the support of amphibious ready groups and Marine Expeditionary Units.By Riley Ceder5 days ago
US Navy to extend service life of amphibious assault ship USS Wasp by 5 yearsThe service completed a study of Wasp-class amphibious assault ships and is currently conducting another on amphibious dock landing ships.By Riley Ceder6 days ago
US sailor deploying to Middle East injured in monkey attack in ThailandThe sailor was transferred back to Japan for medical care, a Navy spokesperson said.By Nikki Wentling11 days ago
3 sailors injured after fire breaks out aboard USS ZumwaltA fire broke out aboard the guided-missile destroyer as it was stationed pierside at a Mississippi shipyard.By Claire Barrett11 days ago