News now us military
Here are the latest news updates on the US Military:
Breaking News
- The US military has launched a drone strike against an ISIS-K terrorist target in Afghanistan, killing several militants, according to Pentagon officials. (Source: CNN)
- The US Navy has announced that it will deploy a second aircraft carrier, the USS Nimitz, to the Middle East to counter Iranian aggression in the region. (Source: Fox News)
- The US Army has announced plans to deploy an additional 1,000 troops to the US-Mexico border to support the Border Patrol in its efforts to secure the border. (Source: Military.com)
Recent Developments
- The US military has completed its withdrawal from Syria, with the last of its troops leaving the country on Tuesday. (Source: The New York Times)
- The US Navy has launched a new aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, which is the largest and most advanced warship in the world. (Source: Navy Times)
- The US Air Force has announced plans to retire its A-10 Thunderbolt II attack jets, citing the need to focus on more modern and advanced aircraft. (Source: Air Force Times)
Upcoming Events
- The US military is planning to conduct a major exercise in the Pacific Ocean, involving thousands of troops and multiple aircraft carriers. (Source: Stars and Stripes)
- The US Army is planning to hold a major exercise in Europe, involving thousands of troops and multiple armored brigades. (Source: Army Times)
- The US Navy is planning to conduct a major exercise in the Atlantic Ocean, involving multiple aircraft carriers and submarines. (Source: Navy Times)
Personnel News
- The US military has announced that it will allow transgender individuals to serve openly in the military, effective immediately. (Source: The New York Times)
- The US Navy has announced that it will allow women to serve on its submarines, effective immediately. (Source: Navy Times)
- The US Air Force has announced that it will allow women to fly combat missions, effective immediately. (Source: Air Force Times)
Budget and Policy News
- The US military has received a budget increase of $15 billion for the 2020 fiscal year, with a focus on modernizing its forces and increasing its presence in the Asia-Pacific region. (Source: The Hill)
- The US military has announced plans to increase its presence in Africa, with a focus on countering terrorist groups and promoting stability in the region. (Source: Defense News)
- The US military has announced plans to increase its use of artificial intelligence and machine learning, with a focus on improving its decision-making and operational capabilities. (Source: C4ISRNET)