African Lion 2026: 2 US service members missing in Morocco

Two U.S. service members participating in the war games exercise African Lion have been reported missing in Morocco.

U.S. troop drawdown in Germany to go “a lot further," Trump says

The number of service members stationed in Germany will fall much lower than what the Pentagon stated on Friday, President Donald Trump revealed while taking questions from reporters at a Florida airport.

Iran war latest: Republicans alarmed by Pentagon's plan to pull troops from Germany

Some Republican lawmakers are sounding alarms after the Pentagon announced its plans to withdraw 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany in the next six to 12 months.

US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany: What to know

The Pentagon said the United States will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany soon. Here's what to know.

Iconic Coast Guard cutter wreckage found 108 years after sinking during WWI

More than 100 years after it was torpedoed by a German submarine during World War I, the wreckage of the iconic Coast Guard Cutter Tampa has been found. 

Military recruiting surge: Hegseth says recruits being turned away

Military recruiting is up, so much so that Hegseth said this week recruits are being turned away. The military wants to budget for another 44,500 troops next year.

Army unveils Combat Field Test with new fitness assessment

The Army announced in a news release earlier this week that it is rolling out a new combat fitness test for frontline troops as leaders push to strengthen battlefield readiness amid ongoing recruiting challenges.

Ceasefire talks still alive despite mounting tensions, Pakistan says

Pakistan is continuing to mediate between the United States and Iran, with indirect ceasefire talks still alive despite mounting tensions between the sides.

Iran latest: Pakistan visit off; Trump says new Iran offers rejected

Amid the stalled negotiations with Iran, the president said the Iranians sent over a new peace proposal, but that it “could have been better,” and rejected it.

Pete Hegseth blasts Iran’s naval actions amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
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At a Pentagon briefing, Pete Hegseth criticized Iran’s recent maritime moves as resembling a "gang of pirates” while U.S. forces continue monitoring the region to protect global shipping.

US soldier charged with betting on Maduro mission on Polymarket

A U.S. soldier was charged with using classified information about a mission to capture Nicolás Maduro to place bets.

Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate as U.S. and Iran enforce rival blockades
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Paul Poast, a political science professor at the University of Chicago, breaks down the risks of a rare double blockade and Iran’s internal power struggle.

Iran war has military seeking higher funding in 2027 for drones, air defenses

The war with Iran has led the U.S. military looking to increase its spending for next year to billions on drones, air defense systems and fighter jets. 

Flu vaccine no longer required for military members, Hegseth announces

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced the flu vaccine is now optional for military members, saying they no longer have to choose “between their conscience and their country."

US Coast Guard: Nearly 4,000 pounds of cocaine seized in 2 operations

The U.S. Coast Guard offloaded nearly 4,000 pounds of cocaine worth more than $28.7 million on Thursday at Base Miami Beach. Here’s what to know.

Operation Epic Fury: US troops have consumed 950,000 gallons of coffee and 2 million energy drinks

Six weeks into Operation Epic Fury, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, offered a candid look at the sheer scale of U.S. military activity—and the massive amount of caffeine fueling it.