All Military
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Afghanistan death toll pressures U.S., allies
Record U.S. fatalities there last month highlight the need for more troops, but reserves are few.
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Taste is on the agenda for military Meals Ready to Eat
Finding a way to a soldier's heart through chipotle chicken. Next challenge: eggs.
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Veterans Affairs secretary: New GI benefits a plus
Free college tuition will boost recruiting, says Peake.
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U.S. eases North Korea's isolation
Bush lifts some sanctions in exchange for pariah nation's step toward nuclear cooperation.
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G.I.s challenge injuries with new athletic efforts
Running, cycling, and swimming give them new strength and purpose.
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Case of sonar's effects on whales heads to high court
At issue: Can a judge enforce environmental rules at the expense of national defense training?
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U.S. Army trains its own Olympians to be all they can be
The World Class Athlete Program (WCAP) seeks to find and train Olympic-caliber athletes both inside and outside the Army's ranks.
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Disagreement widespread within US government over 2002 harsh interrogations
Even some military lawyers opposed the techniques, according to congressional testimony this week.
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Did rogue network leak nuclear bomb design?
Some US experts worry that a smuggling ring gave rogue states plans for a light warhead, apparently from Pakistan.
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Boeing wins Air Force tanker contract appeal
The Air Force should reopen the bidding process, the Government Accountability Office said Wednesday.
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Guantánamo detainees win right to court review
The US Supreme Court ruled 5 to 4 Thursday that those held in Guantánamo can challenge their detention.
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U.S. strike aggravates alliance with Pakistan
Tuesday's deadly US incursion is under investigation, but it points up the contrast between the two nations' approaches to militants along the Afghanistan border.
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Talks to keep U.S. troops in Iraq provoke ire
Proposal to extend America's military role years into the future meets lawmaker resistance, from Washington to Baghdad.
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Older veterans now helping vets of Iraq and Afghanistan
Having 'been there' themselves, Vietnam veterans are better able to listen to and counsel younger vets troubled by their combat experience.
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Air Force shake-up may lead to deeper overhaul
Secretary Gates is likely to nominate a new civilian chief in days.
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With Iraq toll down, U.S. more optimistic
As 'surge' brigades leave Iraq, military officials hope the improved security will hold.
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After earthquake, China welcomes U.S. military
As Defense Secretary Robert Gates heads to Singapore, the Pentagon sees a turnaround in the Chinese security forces.
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U.S. rebuilds French connection
The Pentagon hopes better ties will strengthen NATO and boost the mission in Afghanistan.
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Iran, U.S. leaning toward talks?
Recent events suggest both Tehran and Washington may be willing to engage in dialogue.
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Will the war be forgotten after Memorial Day?
Many veterans worry that Americans have become more interested in other issues – the economy, the presidential campaign, and pop culture – than the long wars in which thousands of US troops have fought and sacrificed.
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