DECEMBER 22, 2025 – The Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS California (SSN 781), under the command of Cmdr. Kenneth M. Kirkwood, returned to Naval Submarine Base New London Friday, Dec. 19, completing a seven-month deployment to U.S. European Command area of responsibility. Capt. Philip Castellano, commander of Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) 12, under which California … [Read more...]
Leaders Met to Advance Counter UAS Efforts
DECEMBER 22, 2025 — Joint interagency and law enforcement senior leaders met to establish a shared understanding of counter-small unmanned aerial system threat detection and mitigation best practices during a Law Enforcement Symposium hosted by the Joint Task Force-National Capital Region/United States Army Military District of Washington at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall on … [Read more...]
DoW Ensures Employees Earn Prevailing Wages
DECEMBER 22, 2025 - The War Department released updated pay tables for Federal Wage System employees nationwide to ensure that skilled and talented workers earn the prevailing wages they deserve, no matter where they serve. "FWS employees are essential to our operations, our readiness and our mission. They are key to U.S. dominance around the globe. With the support of … [Read more...]
Air Force Launches Strike Against ISIS in Syria
U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Dec. 19, 2025) A U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II taxis at a base in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 19, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo) DECEMBER 22, 2025 - Following the attack on U.S. and partner forces last Saturday, U.S. Central Command commenced Operation Hawkeye Strike at 4 pm ET against ISIS in … [Read more...]
Agency Keeps Morale Alive With Holiday Meals
DECEMBER 22, 2025 - While Santa Claus prepares his Christmas Eve deliveries, the Defense Logistics Agency has already delivered holiday cheer in the form of meals to service members stationed around the world. "There's no question our team understands the importance of holiday meals and the tremendous impact they have on warfighter morale," said DLA Troop Support Subsistence … [Read more...]