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Pentagon decisions, Air Force programs, Navy safety reports and the diplomacy around them: the News section tracks US defense news and its consequences for allies in Europe and beyond.
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Recent coverage includes a Space Force special operations plan questioned by Congress, a Tech Force initiative to hire thousands for two-year federal jobs, a Navy report on V-22 Osprey safety risks, and a new presidential jet arriving early. Paul Scharre’s views on the global AI arms race are also discussed.
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Shield AI Unveils Unmanned Fighter Jet: A New Era for Drone Wingmen and Solo Military Aircraft Operations
Shield AI unveils X-BAT, an unmanned fighter jet with vertical takeoff and landing capabilities. The X-BAT can operate autonomously or as a drone wingman, enhancing…
Lockheed Celebrates F-35 Delivery Success, Marking a Milestone in Aviation and Boosting Economic Growth
Lockheed Martin to deliver up to 190 F-35 fighter jets this year, highlighting recovery from setbacks. Strong global demand from countries like Belgium, Denmark, and…
China Accuses NSA of Long-Term Hacking, Revealing Years of Targeted Attacks on National Time Systems
China accuses the U.S. NSA of cyberespionage targeting its national time-service network. Allegations involve the use of 42 specialized cyberattack weapons to infiltrate sensitive systems.…
CISA Staff Reassignment to Border Security Sparks Lawmakers’ Concerns Over Immigration Policy Impact on National Safety
Lawmakers question the legality of DHS reassigning CISA staff to immigration roles during a government shutdown. Concerns arise over the impact on U.S. cybersecurity with…
Warrior Ethos in the Workplace: How Embracing This Mindset Transforms Employee Engagement and Team Resilience
The Department of Defense has launched the Defense Civilian Training Corps to prepare future acquisition professionals. The program operates at several universities, combining academic learning…
The Netherlands Joins US Air Force’s Robot Wingman Program, Sparking New Era in Military Collaboration and Innovation
The Netherlands joins the U.S. Air Force’s collaborative combat aircraft program to enhance its defense capabilities. Dutch partnership with General Atomics aims to develop advanced…
Army Builds $50M Border Fence in Arizona, Sparking Debate on Security, Environment, and Community Impact
The Army Corps of Engineers is building a 15-mile border fence at the Barry M. Goldwater Training Range in Arizona. The project costs $50 million…
SOUTHCOM Leadership Change Sparks New Concerns Over Operations Near Venezuela and Impacts on Chicago Deployment
Admiral Holsey’s resignation sparks debate over U.S. military strategy in Latin America Controversial military operations near Venezuela raise ethical and strategic questions Concerns grow over…
Army’s Next-Gen C2 Prototype Testing Sparks Interest, Aiming to Revolutionize Military Command Since July Contract Award
The U.S. Army conducts a second field test of its next-generation C2 prototype at Fort Carson. Emphasizing rapid iteration, the Army aims to incorporate commercial…
US Unveils New Ragnarok Missile, Reshaping Defense Capabilities with 575-Mile Range: What It Means for Security
The Ragnarök LCCM by Kratos is designed for precision strikes with a range of 575 miles. Kratos emphasizes affordability with each Ragnarök missile estimated to…
“This Could Replace Military Helicopters”: Boeing’s New Unmanned Tiltrotor Promises to Redefine the Battlefield (and It’s Built to Outsmart Pilots)
Boeing unveils the Collaborative Transformational Rotorcraft (CxR) concept at the AUSA 2025 conference. The CxR is a modular unmanned tiltrotor designed to support and protect…
“It Just Bounced Off It”: This Congressional UFO Video Has the Pentagon Scrambling for Answers (and the Truth Is Even Stranger)
A Congressional hearing video showed a U.S. missile seemingly bouncing off a mysterious orb. The footage sparked nationwide speculation about the object being a UFO…