Hegseth calls for extensive reforms to Pentagon drone-buying practices
The memo directs the military services to create active duty formations by September, built for the sole purpose of scaling the use of drones across DOD.
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Pentagon trials drone-spotting air traffic suite at US bases worldwide
The Air Force Research Laboratory's CLUE system could help military and civil agencies better integrate drone operations into the airspace.
Norway: Joint Submarine Acquisition With Poland Not Imminent
The Polish Navy is aiming to acquire three new submarines to replace its outdated Kobben-class subs.
Rheinmetall Denel Munition Factory Opens in Saudi Arabia
South African defense equipment manufacturer Rheinmetall Denel Munition and the Saudi Military Industries Corporation have opened a joint weapons factory.
Egypt, France To Sign Arms Deal Mid-April
Egypt and France plan to sign agreements for the purchase of weapons that include fighter aircraft, navy vessels and a military satellite communication system.
F-35’s UK Debut: A Warning to Russia?
The international debut of the F-35 joint strike fighter at two major air shows in the United Kingdom this year will send a pointed warning to bad actors in the region, according to the commander of US Air Forces in Europe.
US Considering Moving Sinai Troops: Media
The US military is considering pulling troops from a base in the northeastern part of Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula, partly because of the increasing threat from Islamic State group jihadists, CNN reported Tuesday.
Budget Cuts Are Forcing the Army To Lose Its Competitive Edge
The Army is being forced to sacrifice modernization in favor of readiness even as America’s enemies become increasingly capable, senior leaders testified Tuesday on Capitol Hill.
France Seals Deal for Safran Patroller Drone
France has signed a contract with Safran for 14 Patroller tactical UAVs for the French Army.
Carter to Unveil Goldwater-Nichols Reforms Tuesday
Secretary of Defense Ash Carter will use a Tuesday speech to unveil new details of his plan to reform the Goldwater Nichols legislation.
Ayotte Places Hold on DoD Counsel Nominee over Guantanamo Report
Sen. Kelly Ayotte has placed a hold on the Defense Department general counsel nominee until the administration releases a report about the danger of releasing Guantanamo detainees.
