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 Seck3 weeks ago
US destroys six Iranian small boats, shoots down missiles, drones, admiral saysAdm. Brad Cooper said Iran was trying to interfere with a U.S. military operation to open the Strait of Hormuz to commercial traffic.By Phil Stewart and Idrees Ali, Reuters3 weeks 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 Ceder3 weeks ago
USS Boxer and 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit deploy to Middle EastThe Pentagon is deploying thousands of additional Marines and sailors to the Middle East.By Idrees Ali and Phil Stewart, Reuters2 months ago
Service members must prove sincere religious beliefs for facial hair waiversReligious waivers that have already been approved will be reevaluated within 90 days, the memo states.By Cristina Stassis2 months ago
Engineer acquitted of charges in probe into fatal 2017 Marine plane crashA former Air Force engineer charged with making false statements and obstructing justice during a criminal investigation into the crash was acquitted.By Cristina Stassis2 months ago