Senior Air Force commander nominated for National Guard Bureau chiefIf confirmed, Air Force Lt. Gen. Steven Nordhaus would be promoted to four-star general and become a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.By Lolita C. Baldor2 days ago
Naval aviator becomes first American woman to secure air-to-air killThe incident was one of more than 20 where Strike Fighter Squadron 32 deployed air-to-air missiles against Iran-backed Houthi one-way attack drones.By Diana Stancy3 days ago
Guard nominations languish, raising concerns as top officers retireThe top National Guard Bureau officers have left or will soon retire, and to date no nominations for their replacements have been confirmed by the Senate.By Lolita C. Baldor4 days ago
Editorial ContactsHere's how to reach the editorial staff of Military Times and Defense News.By Sightline Media Group staff4 days ago
Russia says it scrambled figther jets to intercept B-52 bombersMoscow's defense ministry claimed U.S. military long-range bomber aircraft approached the Russian border over the Barents Sea before changing course.4 days ago
Islamic State attacks on track to double in Iraq and Syria: CENTCOMThe Islamic State group claimed 153 attacks in both countries in the first six months of 2024, U.S. Central Command said Wednesday.By Qassim Abdul-zahra and Abby Sewell9 days ago