JUNE 19, 2025 – The U.S. Navy achieved its 2025 recruiting goal June 18, three months ahead of the end of the current fiscal year after contracting 40,600 future Sailors. Achieving the contracting milestone reflects the Navy’s focused efforts for connecting with qualified, motivated candidates across the country. The sea service is now positioned to send more than 40,600 … [Read more...]
Secretary Addresses Naval War College 2025 Graduates
JUNE 17, 2025 — In his first visit to the professional military education institution, Secretary of the Navy John C. Phelan delivered the commencement address at the U.S. Naval War College’s (NWC) summer graduation ceremony onboard Naval Station Newport, June 13. "I believe one of the most important ways to influence the world is through the education of our leaders, and … [Read more...]
Navy Installations Now Require Real ID to Enter
JUNE 17, 2025 – Visitors to U.S. Navy installations who do not possess a Department of Defense-issued Common Access Card (CAC) or a military dependent ID must present a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, state-issued identification card, or U.S. passport to gain unescorted access. This policy change aligns with federal regulations implemented in May 2025, when all federal … [Read more...]
U.S., Latvia Build Drone-Proof Trenches
JUNE 17, 2025 – As part of exercise Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2025, U.S. Navy Seabees, U.S. Marines from 8th Engineer Support Battalion (ESB), and Latvian Army engineers are constructing a fortified trench network designed for survivability in a drone-contested battlespace. The project serves both as a realistic rehearsal and a proof of concept for how modern combat engineers … [Read more...]
Blue Ridge Arrives in Guam
Apra Harbor, GUAM (June 14, 2025) - U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) arrives in Naval Base Guam, June 14, 2025. The Blue Ridge and embarked U.S. 7th Fleet staff conduct regular Indo-Pacific patrols to deter aggression, strengthen alliances and partnerships, and advance future warfighting capabilities. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman … [Read more...]