Pentagon leaders head to Germany for talks on Ukraine military aidTop U.S. military leaders will be in Germany to discuss Ukraine’s wartime needs as Russia has conducted one of its deadliest airstrikes.By Tara Copp, AP2 days ago
US Navy sailor detained in Venezuela, Pentagon saysThe enlisted sailor was detained last week by Venezuelan law enforcement, two defense officials said.By Tara Copp, AP3 days ago
Pentagon head defends decision to revoke plea deal for 9/11 defendantsDefense Secretary Lloyd Austin said he believed the depth of American losses and sacrifice from 9/11 demand that the accused stand trial.By Ellen Knickmeyer4 weeks ago
US Navy jets sent to base in Middle East to bolster Israel defenseAround a dozen F/A-18 Super Hornets were sent to an undisclosed location to help defend Israel from possible attacks by Iran and its proxies.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press5 weeks ago
US, Australia announce additional basing and weapons plansOfficials announced several initiatives Tuesday that seek to solidify defense cooperation between the two nations.By Noah Robertson5 weeks ago
US to boost military presence in Middle East amid growing tensionsThe U.S. Defense Department will move a fighter jet squadron to the Middle East and maintain an aircraft carrier in the region.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press and Tara Copp, AP5 weeks ago
US to depart final base in Niger, nearly ending withdrawalOnce an emblem of the two countries' security ties, Air Base 201 will be vacated by Monday, according to two U.S. officials.By Noah Robertson5 weeks ago
Pentagon report shows what military jobs have highest suicide rates A newly released report studied rates of suicide in the armed forces by military occupational specialty.By Jonathan Lehrfeld5 weeks ago
Austin pledges $500M in security aid to Philippines amid uncertaintyThe aid is the latest sign of the strengthening security ties between the United States and The Philippines.By Noah Robertson6 weeks ago
More dogs allowed: Lufthansa reopens options for some flying to USAt least some dogs will be able to fly with their U.S.-bound owners.By Karen Jowers6 weeks ago
‘Not prepared’: Congressional panel calls for huge defense buildupA group of experts tasked to review America's defense strategy argued the U.S. isn't ready for threats from China and Russia.By Noah Robertson6 weeks ago
US to revamp its command in Japan amid renaissance in defense tiesA restructuring of U.S Forces Japan will place a three-star flag officer in charge of American forces there.By Noah Robertson6 weeks ago