US Army

Trump to cut number of troops in Afghanistan in half

Officials say US military has been ordered to begin planning to withdraw about half the troops in Afghanistan.

US to move missile systems from Middle East

US dismantles, moves missile batteries, air defense systems, from Middle East to more significant locations, report says.

U.S. soldier pleads guilty to helping ISIS

Soldier based in Hawaii pleads guilty to trying to help jihadist group.

Hundreds in Georgia mourn Jewish soldier killed in Afghanistan

Jewish soldier killed in Afghanistan was 'the first one in, worried about the welfare of his troops.'

Soldier who played cantor during WWII 'tried his best'

Max Fuchs, US soldier who led historic Jewish service in Germany during WWII, dies at 96.

TROPHY missile defense system sold to US army

Israeli-developed system to protect tanks from missiles and rockets sold to US army for use in Abrams tanks.

U.S. strike in Afghanistan targets Taliban leader

U.S. officials confirm American strike in Afghanistan targeted Pakistani Taliban chief Maulana Fazlullah, but do not confirm he was killed.

U.S. postpones joint military exercises with South Korea

U.S. military has indefinitely postponed major joint exercises with South Korea, says official.

U.S. air strike kills Al-Qaeda terrorist in Libya

The United States military says it conducted an air strike in Libya targeting a terrorist from Al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb.

Army chaplains fire only Jewish religious leaders on base

Chaplains at US army's 101st Airborne Division under investigation for terminating Shabbat services on base.

U.S. army: Iran has stopped its provocations in the Gulf

U.S. military official Iranian navy has deliberately halted provocations of U.S. Navy ships in the Persian Gulf.

Analysis: How the U.S. army turned the tide in Syria

By unleashing military power in Syria last month,Trump is sending a clear message to Putin, Iran and Assad's forces that Obama is gone.

Did US commandos murder a Green Beret in Africa?

US military inevestigates possible involvement of two SEAL Team 6 commandoes in murder of Army Green Beret sergeant.

U.S. military flies bombers over Korean peninsula

U.S. military flies two Air Force B-1B Lancer bombers over the Korean peninsula in joint drill with South Korea and Japan.

US wants an Iron Dome of its own

US Department of Defense considering purchase of Israeli Iron Dome defense system to protect its military crews stationed around the world.

U.S. air strikes kill several ISIS jihadists in Libya

Two U.S. air strikes kill several Islamic State jihadists southeast of Sirte.

US military helicopter goes down near Hawaii

Military unsure how crash occurred, search for five missing crew members continues.

Jordanian soldier convicted of murder of 3 US troops

Jordanian military court sentences man who killed 3 US military trainers to life in prison.

Virginia Muslim attempts U.S. military infiltration

Arrested for attempt to join ISIS.

Associate of ISIS leader killed in Syria

In rare operation, American ground forces kill close associate of ISIS leader who was involved in Istanbul attack.

US European Commander to visit Israel

US General and Supreme NATO Commander Curtis M. Scaparrotti will visit Israel to discuss regional military issues with IDF Chief of Staff.

Ex-marine sent home from Iraq after Facebook video goes viral

US contractor in Iraq sent home after FB video supporting Trump travel ban goes viral.

Al-Qaeda leader killed in American air strike in Syria

Pentagon says Mohammad Habib Boussadoun al-Tunisi, an Al-Qaeda leader, was killed in an air strike near Idlib.

American soldier dies in Syria

Member of the United States military dies from wounds caused by a blast by an improvised explosive device in northern Syria.

Saving our soldiers - psychologically

Researchers from Tel Aviv University team up with the IDF and US Army to develop a computer game to prevent PTSD.

US soldier wounded battling ISIS in Syria

Special forces soldier was part of US mission to train and advise Kurdish-led forces advancing in jihadists' capital, Raqqa.

US admits it plans to withdraw Sinai peacekeepers

Number of US troops will be cut, with boots on the ground replaced by drones, Pentagon says.

American military considering withdrawing from Sinai

United States military reportedly considering pulling troops from northeastern Sinai due to threat from ISIS.

'He survived Iraq and Afghanstan, only to be killed in Israel'

Iraq War veteran killed on Tuesday dedicated his life to fighting terror, was a role model to fellow soldiers

In the shadow of Iran, Israeli-US joint defense drill a success

'Juniper Cobra' exercise simulates real-life scenarios - including the threat of multiple air and missile attacks from north and south.

American forces to arrive in Syria 'very soon'

Senior American official says dozens of special forces will arrive in Syria soon, in accordance with Obama plan.

Islamic State understands one thing: Force

Taliban Claims Downing a US Army Plane

Taliban says it shot down military transport plane at key town on route of terror influx from Pakistan; NATO has yet to confirm.

Washington to Send 75 Extra Troops to Sinai

Washington reinforcing its military presence in the Sinai following a roadside bomb attack last week.

Report: 'Strained' US to Remove Patriot Battery from Jordan

A report over the weekend said that the United States was likely to remove its Patriot missile defense batteries from Jordan.

Dozens of Retired American Generals Welcome Iran Deal

Three dozen retired generals and admirals release an open letter supporting the Iran nuclear deal and urging Congress to approve it.

US Denies Coordinating Anti-ISIS Airstrikes with Assad Regime

US military spokesman denies claims the Pentagon is communicating with Assad regime via Kurdish intermediaries.

US Army Warns of Defeat With New Cutbacks

Army said going below 450,000 troops will make it unable to win a war, but with new 40,000 cut it will reach that level in two years.

US Army Developing 'Star Wars Hoverbikes'

When will they bring in the light sabers? Engineers begin R&D on hoverbikes similar to those used in the sci-fi classic.

US Raid on Top ISIS Commander Produced Wealth of Intelligence

US commando raid which killed top ISIS financier Abu Sayyaf and captured his wife led to wealth of previously unknown information on ISIS.

US Starts Delayed Training of 'Moderate' Syrian Rebels

US army training rebels who have been screened for being 'moderates' in Jordan, says it may give air support against Assad.

Islamic, Western Countries in Joint Military Drill

10,000 troops take part in major military exercise, including special forces - half of them from the United States.

US Army Reservist Nabbed Joining ISIS

Hasan Edmonds arrested on his way to use his military expertise for jihadists, as his cousin arrested in tandem planning attack on base.

Soldier Freed from Taliban Charged with Desertion

Sergeant Bowe Bergdahl, who was freed in exchange for top Taliban terrorists, charged with desertion and misbehavior.

US: Coalition Air Raids Back Up Kurdish Advance Against ISIS

International coalition against ISIS carries out dozens of airstrikes in 72-hour period, aid Kurdish forces to retake parts of Iraq.

Obama's Golf Game Crashes Army Captains' Wedding

Obama calls to apologize after his golf game forces soldiers to move their Hawaii wedding to a different location.

U.S. Chaplain Reprimanded for Quoting Religious Sources

Chaplain was issued punitive letter for providing faith-based solutions in depression seminar.

US Army Denies it is Buying Iron Dome Defense System

Despite reports to the contrary, US Army denies buying Iron Dome technology. Experts say US stands much to gain from such a deal, though.

US Army Buys Its First Iron Dome from Israel

US apparently won over by performance of anti-missile system in Gaza war; move may mean Iron Dome to be covered by US defense budget.

US Army Awards $12.7M Contract to Israeli Defense Company

Grant to provide Apache helmets to the US Army in latest cooperative move with Israel.

Watch: Toddler Breaks Military Protocol, Jumps into Mum's Arms

Happy to see you! This 3-year-old boy just couldn't wait for the end of his mum's dismissal ceremony after 9 months in Afghanistan.

Touching: Soldier Surprises Son by Returning Home as 'Spiderman'

Meeting your favorite comic book hero and seeing your dad after a long tour of duty at once. No wonder it made this kid's day!

U.S. Carries Out Operation Against Al-Shabaab in Somalia

Pentagon says U.S. military forces conducted an operation against the Al-Shabaab terrorist network. No further information provided.

Questions and Accusations as Bowe Bergdahl Arrives Home

Soldier returns to US soil amid new evidence that the US Army had horrific conditions and leadership in Afghanistan.

US Army Cut To Smallest Size Since Pre-World War II

New budget has army at smallest size since 1940, shunning traditional wisdom to prepare for two simultaneous conventional war fronts.

Confirmed: Al-Shabaab Leader Killed in Missile Strike

Somali officials confirm that an American missile strike in southern Somalia killed a senior Al-Shabaab commander.

US Army Permits Kippah and Beard for Soldiers

New US Department of Defense directives allow religious soldiers to request exemptions as long as approval doesn't hinder missions.

US Military Chief: We Would Back Israel in Event of Iran Strike

General Martin Dempsey notes ongoing security pact with Israel, hails Jewish state as 'example of what could be' in the Middle East.

Lawmakers Warn: US Military 'Not Ready to Deploy'

Senior lawmakers warn US military unprepared to deploy as a result of military budget cuts; danger to soldiers as training reduced.

US General: Islamic Extremism Getting Stronger

The Middle East is getting bigger and more dangerous, according to retired U.S. General John Abizaid.