Space Force wargame could inform framework for allied info sharing
The two-week wargame is focused on understanding what capabilities and operational concepts the Space Force might need 10 years into the future.
Space
New ‘Vulcan’ rocket to fly first military mission next week
Pending range approval, the mission is slated to lift off Aug. 12 from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.
Carter Tries To Calm Mideast Jitters Over Iran Deal
US Defence Secretary Ashton Carter sought to reassure anxious Middle East allies Tuesday over the Iran nuclear deal during a regional tour that includes stops in Israel, Jordan and Saudi Arabia.
Israeli Defense Minister Assails Panel Findings
An Israeli panel of experts hailed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for their devotion to state security was pilloried Tuesday by Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon for "gambling on the security of the citizens of Israel."
Milley Defends Active Army-Guard Helo Swap
US Army Gen. Mark Milley defended the service's controversial aviation restructure plan.
Forbes: China Winning 'Rhetorical Battle' With US
The US has fallen behind in the “rhetorical battle” with China, Rep. Randy Forbes warned an audience Tuesday.
Philippines Hikes Defense Budget 25%
The Philippines is planning a 25 percent hike in its defense budget next year, mainly to bolster its claims in the disputed South China Sea, officials said Tuesday.
Japan Defense Paper Slams China's 'Coercive' Maritime Demands
TOKYO — Japan on Tuesday slammed Beijing's bid to reclaim land in the South China Sea as a "coercive attempt" to force through sweeping maritime claims, in a defense paper that comes as Tokyo tries to expand the role of its military.
Milley Cites Russian Threat at Confirmation Hearing
Lawmakers opened the confirmation hearing for US Army Gen. Mark Milley by railing against sequestration budget cuts
At Least 31 Killed in Turkish Terrorist Attack
A suspected jihadist terrorist attack killed at least 31 in Turkey's southeastern town of Suruc, on the country's border with Syria. More than 100 people were injured in the July 20 attack.
Amid Comradery, Cracks in US-Israel Priorities
US Secretary of Defense Ash Carter is flagging threats posed by Iran and the Islamic State while Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon, is focusing exclusively on Iran
