US military pier in Gaza to cost $320 million, Pentagon estimatesThe U.S. and Israel have said they hope to have the mobile pier in place and operations underway by early May.By Jon Gambrell, The Associated Press3 days ago
Biden to host Iraq’s leader as Mideast tensions soarPresident Joe Biden is set to host Iraq's leader as tensions across the Middle East soar over the war in Gaza and Iran's retaliatory attack on Israel.2 weeks ago
Services were slow to process COVID vaccine exemptions, watchdog findsA Pentagon evaluation found some services taking too long to process COVID vaccine exemption paperwork.By Meghann Myers7 weeks ago
Troops in Iraq, Syria had close calls with militia attacksNearly 200 troops have been injured in attacks from Iran-backed militant groups since October.By Meghann Myers8 weeks ago
Pentagon inspector general to assess Navy’s suicide prevention effortsThe evaluation will look into the Navy's handling and prevention of suicidal behaviors.By Meghann Myers8 weeks ago
VA sites need more rape kits, trained staff to aid sex assault victimsLawmakers are pushing for improvements after an inspector general report found limited resources for victims at many VA medical facilities.By Leo Shane III2 months ago
The National Guard’s quiet role in Iraq, Syria and JordanGuardsmen are facing more hostility downrange than they have in years.By Meghann Myers2 months ago
NASSCO readying for one program’s end, downturn in repair workloadNASSCO is looking for new work to follow behind the soon-to-end Expeditionary Sea Base program, and is also hoping for an uptick in repair workload.By Megan Eckstein2 months ago
Served in Iraq, Syria or Jordan recently? We want to hear from you.We want to hear from troops who have served in Iraq, Syria or Jordan in recent years.By Geoff Ziezulewicz2 months ago
Missile Defense Agency boss had affairs with subordinates: IG reportThe agency's executive director was found to have used her position to get one of her partners promoted.By Meghann Myers3 months ago
Most casualties from recent attacks in Middle East are brain injuriesTroops have been attacked 170 times since October.By Meghann Myers3 months ago
40 militants killed in strikes on Iraq and Syria, Pentagon saysThe U.S. struck more than 85 Iran-backed targets on Feb. 2 in retaliation for the deaths of three American soldiers in January.By Meghann Myers3 months ago