| 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Review Process Vital, Mullen Says It's of vital importance that the Pentagon gain input from servicemembers and military families on their views about the repeal of the so-called "don't ask, don't tell" law, said Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. defense.gov |
Survey Will Permit Informed Decisions, Official Says Survey responses on the possible repeal of the law that bans gays and lesbians from serving openly in the military will help leaders make informed decisions, Pentagon Press Secretary Geoff Morrell said. defense.gov |
Officials Detail Latest U.S. Support for Pakistan The United States continues to provide relief operations to Pakistan as troops rescue victims and provide aid throughout the flood-stricken country. defense.gov |
VA Extends Coverage for Gulf War Veterans Veterans of the Gulf War as well as current operations in Iraq and Afghanistan now have a smoother path toward receiving health-care benefits and disability compensation, Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki announced. defense.gov |
Re-enactment honors Inchon Landing's 60th anniversary Inchon, South Korea, took on a movie-set quality as U.S. Marines and their South Korean and U.N. counterparts re-enacted the massive amphibious landing 60 years ago that ultimately turned the tide in the Korean War. army.mil |