Pentagon announces new nuclear bomb 24 times more powerful than one dropped on Japan

The new bomb would be deliverable by modern aircraft and designed to give the president options to strike hard and large-area military targets, officials said.

Top Marine general hospitalized after 'medical emergency'

Marine Corps Commandant Gen. Eric Smith was hospitalized on Sunday, according to a statement from the Marine Corps.

Chinese fighter jet comes uncomfortably close to US bomber over South China Sea

A Chinese fighter jet came within 10 feet of an American B-52 bomber flying over the South China Sea, nearly causing an accident, the U.S. military says, underscoring the potential for a mishap as both countries vie for influence in the region.

US airstrikes target Iran-linked sites in Syria in retaliation for recent drone attacks

The U.S. wants to hit Iranian-backed groups suspected of targeting the U.S. as strongly as possible to deter future aggression, while also working to avoid provoking a wider conflict.

US renews warning it will defend Philippines after incidents with Chinese vessels in South China Sea

Washington renewed a warning that it’s obligated to defend the Philippines under a 1951 Mutual Defense Treaty if Filipino forces come under an armed attack, including “those of its coast guard — anywhere in the South China Sea."

Pentagon footage shows hundreds of 'highly concerning' intercepts by Chinese planes

The officials said the Chinese flights were risky and aggressive in nature, but stopped short of calling most of them unsafe — a specific term that is used only in the most egregious cases.

North Korea threatens nuclear strike over US aircraft carrier's arrival in South Korea

The U.S. and South Korean governments have repeatedly warned that any attempt by North Korea to use nuclear weapons would result in the end of their government.

US nuclear-powered aircraft carrier arrives in South Korea

The arrival of the USS Ronald Reagan is expected to enrage North Korea, which views the deployment of such a powerful military asset as a major security threat.

Man running across America to honor veterans making his way through Georgia

Noah Coughlan is running the 3,500-mile trek alone across the country with an American flag to honor the men and women who served and are serving in the military.

Marines inch grudgingly toward integrating women and men at boot camp

While companies of men and women train together, Marine Corps leaders still fervently believe there must be a degree of segregation as they mold young people.

Armed Turkish drone shot down after it came too close to US troops in Syria

The Pentagon says the U.S. military shot down an armed Turkish drone that came within 500 meters of American troops in northeastern Syria.

US Navy sailor launches rescue of puppy saved during overseas deployment: ‘Can’t leave a comrade behind’

Paws of War co-founder Robert Misseri said in a statement that Koda’s story is a recurring situation for many active military members who rescue and "fall in love with animals overseas."