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Navy seeks to fast track nuclear weapons systems
Vice Admiral Johnny Wolfe told Congress the Navy is working to improve and develop three critical weapons systems.
By Zita Ballinger Fletcher
US military’s elite commando forces look to expand diversity
Leaders see greater diversity as a way to combat extremism in the ranks, even as they increase other training and education programs.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
China denounces NATO statement, defends military spending policy
NATO leaders said China is working to undermine global order, a message in sync with President Biden’s calls to confront Beijing on China’s trade, military and human rights practices.
Military leader defends Jan. 6 response as House steps up probes
Lt. Gen. Walter Piatt echoed comments from other senior military leaders about the perception of soldiers being used to secure the election process.
Military stumped by stolen box of Marine Corps armor-piercing grenades
The Pentagon’s IG wrote that the disappearing grenades “further emphasized the lack of proper security for rail shipments” of military arms, explosives and ammunition.
Service members and police are teaming up to stop suicide
The new suicide prevention program, called Operation Better Together, pairs police officers and service members for training.
By Harm Venhuizen
The 2021 Military Times Best for Vets: Colleges rankings are out. Is your school on the list?
More than 300 schools participated in the latest Best for Vets: Colleges survey, which included more than 70 questions seeking details about the school’s costs, programs, policies and services that impact military-connected students. Federal data from the U.S. Departments of Education, Veterans Affairs and Defense, were also considered.
By Natalie Gross
Biden rallies NATO support ahead of confrontation with Putin
Biden is on an eight-day visit to Europe in which he is seeking to rally allies to speak with a single voice on countering Russia and China.
By Jonathan Lemire, The Associated Press