Greg Jaffe
Staff Writer

Greg Jaffe covers the military for The Washington Post where he has been since March 2009. Prior to the Post, he was a reporter with The Wall Street Journal from 1995-2008. He began covering the military for the Journal in January 2000. He began his career at the Montgomery (Ala.) Advertiser.

Latest by Greg Jaffe

China using economic strength to build up military, Pentagon report says

China using economic strength to build up military, Pentagon report says

Buildup partly to take on a bigger global role, but its main focus on weapons that would be used in a conflict over Taiwan.

Afghanistan commander eyed for promotion

Afghanistan commander eyed for promotion

A planned promotion to head the U.S. European Command will allow Gen. Allen to remain deeply involved in Afghanistan policy and work with NATO allies.

New name for PTSD could mean less stigma

New name for PTSD could mean less stigma

Military officers and some psychiatrists say dropping the word “disorder” from PTSD will reduce the stigma that stops soldiers from seeking treatment.

Report: Limited gains in Afghanistan

Report: Limited gains in Afghanistan

Taliban is described as capable of replacing losses and launching attacks even as it has lost territory.