"US Army Overhauls Force Structure, Cuts 24K Jobs to Prepare for Future Threats"

The US Army is reducing its force size by about 24,000 positions, mainly in already-empty posts, and restructuring to focus on large-scale combat operations, adding 7,500 troops in critical missions such as air-defense and cyber capabilities. The move reflects the shift away from counterinsurgency missions and the struggle to fill existing units due to recruitment shortfalls. The overhaul aims to prepare for future wars against more sophisticated adversaries while addressing the steep recruiting challenges faced by the military services.