Army Considering Major Reduction in Active-Duty Troops

The Army is considering reducing its active-duty troops by up to 90,000 to reshape the force for future conflicts, amidst fiscal pressures and a shift in military strategy. The move is part of broader discussions to cut 8% from the budget directed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Israeli Military Strategy in Gaza

Israel signals a shift in tactics in its ongoing war in Gaza, aiming to free up resources for the conflict with Hezbollah in Lebanon. The new phase involves less intense fighting and surgical operations targeting specific Hamas operatives and installations, conceding that the original goals of defeating Hamas and freeing Israeli hostages may not be achievable simultaneously.