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Supreme Court allows transgender military ban to take effect, for now
The high court moved to allow President Donald Trump's administration to enforce a ban on transgender troops while legal challenges proceed.
US open to limiting military exercises, missiles with Russia
The official said any agreements on either matter would be contingent on Russia removing threats to Ukraine and that no decisions would be made without the consent of Ukraine or NATO.
XVIII Airborne Corps commander set to be next CENTCOM boss
Lt. Gen. Erik Kurilla has been nominated for the military's top Middle East job.
US, Germany say Russia poses ‘urgent’ challenge to stability
Secretary of State Antony Blinken and German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock sought to present a unified front on Russia after a meeting in Washington.
By Frank Jordans, The Associated Press
Rally in Baghdad on anniversary of Iranian general’s death
The January 2020 strike killed Gen. Qassem Soleimani.
Biden and Putin to speak again amid Russian military buildup at Ukraine’s border
The world leaders last spoke directly on Dec. 7.
Inflation and budget gridlock take a toll on the Pentagon
The prospect of increased weapons costs and rising wages are already causing significant problems for Pentagon planners as they craft President Joe Biden’s upcoming budget proposal for fiscal 2023, defense experts say.
By Joe Gould
Troops find religious exemption for COVID-19 vaccines unattainable
Obtaining a religious exemption is rooted in a process that predates the pandemic and has been used for decisions such as whether troops on duty can wear head coverings or beards for religious reasons.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Troops to Teachers program to restart under just-passed defense bill
Defense officials had shut down the program to new applicants earlier this fall.
Air Force discharges 27 for refusal to get COVID vaccine
The Air Force gave its forces until Nov. 2 to get the vaccine, and thousands have either refused or sought an exemption.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
General says US troops to remain in Iraq
America invaded Iraq in 2003, and at the peak point had more than 170,000 troops battling insurgents in the country and later working to train and advise Iraqi forces.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press and Robert Burns, The Associated Press