Military news usa
Here are some recent military news stories from the United States:
Breaking News
- The US military has launched airstrikes against Iranian-backed militia groups in Iraq and Syria, in response to rocket attacks on US personnel and facilities. (Source: CNN)
- The Pentagon has announced that it will send an additional 1,000 troops to the US-Mexico border to support the Department of Homeland Security's efforts to secure the border. (Source: Military.com)
- The US Navy has announced that it will deploy a second aircraft carrier, the USS Nimitz, to the Middle East in response to tensions with Iran. (Source: Navy Times)
Recent Developments
- The US military has begun the process of withdrawing troops from Syria, following a decision by President Trump to pull out of the country. (Source: The New York Times)
- The Pentagon has announced that it will increase the number of troops stationed in Poland, as part of a broader effort to deter Russian aggression in Eastern Europe. (Source: Defense News)
- The US Air Force has announced that it will begin deploying F-35 fighter jets to the Middle East, as part of a effort to enhance the region's air defenses. (Source: Air Force Times)
Personnel News
- The US military has announced that it will allow women to serve in combat roles, including in special operations forces. (Source: Military.com)
- The Pentagon has announced that it will increase the number of women serving in the military, with a goal of reaching 20% representation by 2025. (Source: Defense News)
- The US Navy has announced that it will allow sailors to wear dreadlocks and other hairstyles that were previously banned. (Source: Navy Times)
Equipment and Technology
- The US military has announced that it will begin deploying a new missile defense system, the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system, to the Middle East. (Source: Defense News)
- The Pentagon has announced that it will increase funding for the development of hypersonic weapons, which can travel at speeds of over Mach 5. (Source: Military.com)
- The US Air Force has announced that it will begin deploying a new fighter jet, the F-15EX, to the Middle East. (Source: Air Force Times)
Budget and Policy
- The Pentagon has announced that it will increase its budget for the 2021 fiscal year, with a focus on modernizing the military's equipment and technology. (Source: Defense News)
- The US military has announced that it will begin implementing a new policy on transgender service members, which will allow them to serve openly and without fear of discrimination. (Source: Military.com)
- The Pentagon has announced that it will increase its funding for veterans' healthcare, with a focus on improving mental health services. (Source: Defense News)