Latest news about us army
Here are some of the latest news and updates about the United States Army:
Recent Deployments and Operations
- The US Army has deployed additional troops to the Middle East in response to tensions with Iran. (Source: CNN)
- The Army has also deployed troops to the US-Mexico border to support the Department of Homeland Security's efforts to secure the border. (Source: Military.com)
- The Army's 101st Airborne Division has deployed to the Middle East to support the US-led coalition against ISIS. (Source: Stars and Stripes)
Modernization and Equipment
- The Army has awarded a contract to Lockheed Martin to develop a new missile system for the Army's Long-Range Precision Fires program. (Source: Defense News)
- The Army has also awarded a contract to General Dynamics to develop a new armored vehicle, the Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle (OMFV). (Source: Military.com)
- The Army is testing a new robotic system, the Squad Multipurpose Equipment Transport (SMET), which is designed to carry heavy loads over long distances. (Source: Army Times)
Personnel and Training
- The Army has announced plans to increase the number of women in combat roles, with the goal of having 20% of all combat positions held by women by 2025. (Source: Military.com)
- The Army has also launched a new training program, the Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT), which is designed to assess soldiers' physical fitness and combat readiness. (Source: Army Times)
- The Army has announced plans to reduce the number of soldiers in the Army National Guard and Army Reserve, as part of a broader effort to streamline the military's personnel system. (Source: Military.com)
Leadership and Policy
- The Army has announced plans to rename several bases and installations, including Fort Hood in Texas and Fort Bragg in North Carolina, in honor of Medal of Honor recipients. (Source: Military.com)
- The Army has also launched a new initiative, the Army's "People First" program, which is designed to improve the well-being and quality of life for soldiers and their families. (Source: Army Times)
- The Army has announced plans to increase the number of soldiers serving in the Army's Special Operations Command, with the goal of expanding the command's capabilities and capacity. (Source: Military.com)
Other News
- The Army has announced plans to host a series of events and ceremonies to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II. (Source: Army Times)
- The Army has also launched a new social media campaign, "Army Strong," which is designed to promote the Army's values and mission. (Source: Military.com)
- The Army has announced plans to increase its use of artificial intelligence and machine learning to improve its operations and decision-making. (Source: Defense News)