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FILE – Acting Commandant of the U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Eric Smith speaks during a relinquishment of office ceremony for U.S. Marine Corps Gen. David Berger, July 10, 2023, at the Marine Barracks in Washington. The Senate is confirming three of the Pentagon’s top leaders, filling the posts after monthslong delays and as a Republican senator is still holding up hundreds of other nominations and promotions for military officers. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta, file) WX108 WX108

September 21, 2023 at 10:20 am

Senate confirms army, marines chiefs as senator’s objection blocks other military nominations

The Senate has confirmed three top military leaders, filling the posts after monthslong delays and as a Republican senator is still holding up hundreds of...

September 19, 2023 at 10:20 am

US defense chief urges nations to dig deep and give Ukraine more much-needed air defense systems VIEW

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is urging defense leaders to “dig deep” and provide more air defense systems for Ukraine, to help the country block increasing...

September 16, 2023 at 5:48 am

North Korean arms for Russia probably wouldn’t make a big difference in the Ukraine war, Milley says

The top American military officer says North Korea may be able to boost Russia’s supply of artillery munitions for the war in Ukraine.

FILE – Smoke rises from a deadly explosion outside the airport in Kabul, Afghanistan, Aug. 26, 2021. The Pentagon’s Central Command has decided to interview roughly two dozen service members who were at the Kabul airport when suicide bombers attacked during the 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal but weren’t included in the military’s initial investigation. (AP Photo/Wali Sabawoon, File) WX401 WX401

September 15, 2023 at 11:02 am

US military orders new interviews on the deadly 2021 Afghan airport attack as criticism persists

The Pentagon’s Central Command has decided to interview service members who were at the Kabul airport when suicide bombers attacked during the 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal.

September 12, 2023 at 1:05 pm

Ukrainian pilots could be flying F-16s in three months, Air National Guard head says

The U.S. could have the first Ukrainian pilots trained on F-16 fighter jets before the end of the year, though it will be longer than...

September 7, 2023 at 1:26 pm

US announces new $600 million aid package for Ukraine to boost counteroffensive

The Pentagon is announcing a new $600 million package of long-term aid to Ukraine, providing funding for an array of weapons and other equipment.

August 21, 2023 at 10:19 am

Female soldiers in Army special operations face rampant sexism and harassment, military report says

A new report says female soldiers face rampant sexism, sexual harassment and other gender-related challenges in male dominated Army special operations units.

August 17, 2023 at 5:26 am

Pentagon review calls for reforms to reverse spike in sexual misconduct at military academies

A new report says the U.S. military academies must improve their leadership, stop toxic practices such as hazing, and shift behavior training into the classrooms...

August 12, 2023 at 4:20 am

The Pentagon plans to shake up DC’s National Guard, criticized for its response to protests, Jan. 6

U.S. officials say the Pentagon is developing plans to restructure the National Guard in Washington, D.

August 9, 2023 at 2:47 pm

US to send $200 million in military aid to Ukraine

The Pentagon will provide Ukraine with $200 million in weapons and ammunition to help sustain its counteroffensive as troops on the front lines face significant...