Latest news on us army
Here are some of the latest news stories and updates on the United States Army:
Recent Deployments and Operations
- The US Army has deployed an additional 1,000 troops to the Middle East in response to tensions with Iran. (Source: CNN)
- The Army has also deployed a brigade combat team to Poland as part of a NATO mission to deter Russian aggression. (Source: Military.com)
- The 101st Airborne Division has deployed to the Middle East to support the US-led coalition against ISIS. (Source: Army Times)
Modernization and Equipment
- The Army has awarded a contract to Lockheed Martin to develop a new missile system for the Army's Indirect Fire Protection Capability (IFPC) 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 a 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, citing budget constraints. (Source: Military.com)
Leadership and Policy
- The Army has announced that it will be implementing a new policy allowing soldiers to wear beards and mustaches, as long as they meet certain standards. (Source: Army Times)
- The Army has also announced plans to increase the number of soldiers with advanced degrees, with a goal of having 20% of all soldiers hold a bachelor's degree or higher by 2025. (Source: Military.com)
- The Army has launched a new initiative, the Army Futures Command, which is designed to accelerate the development and fielding of new technologies and capabilities. (Source: Defense News)
Other News
- The Army has announced plans to build a new museum at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, which will showcase the history and heritage of the US Army. (Source: Army Times)
- The Army has also launched a new app, the Army Knowledge Online (AKO), which is designed to provide soldiers with access to training materials, news, and other resources. (Source: Military.com)
- The Army has announced plans to increase its use of artificial intelligence and machine learning, with a goal of improving decision-making and reducing the risk of human error. (Source: Defense News)