Why Space Force chose commercial firms to build its new ground system
The program says its use of commercial vendors and focus on real-time operational needs make it different from legacy acquisition approaches.
Italy’s Avio expands to fill US Army solid rocket motor orders
The company plans to grow its footprint in the United States, starting production for American customers at its Italian site in the meantime.
MacDill dodges major storm damage as people, planes remain evacuated
MacDill officials consider the base fortunate to have avoided the worst of the storm, but ordered personnel not to return for now while roads are cleared.
Secret X-37B spaceplane maneuvers could impact future space operations
The Space Force offered a rare glimpse into the X-37B’s latest endeavor, revealing that the spaceplane will conduct an aerobraking maneuver.
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MacDill dodges major storm damage as people, planes remain evacuated
MacDill officials consider the base fortunate to have avoided the worst of the storm, but ordered personnel not to return for now while roads are cleared.
Land
US Army Pacific to absorb new units under ‘transformation’ mantra
Several units in the Pacific — from Hawaii to Alaska — were chosen as part of Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George’s 'transformation in contact' push.
Pentagon
Russia casualties reach 600,000 during war in Ukraine, Pentagon says
While staggering, the losses don't mean a clear victory for Ukraine either, U.S. officials said.
Israel defense minister delays DC visit amid Iran strike planning
The Pentagon said the Israeli Defense Ministry hadn't yet offered an alternative date.
Navy warships helped take down Iran’s attack on Israel, Pentagon says
Two American destroyers launched around a dozen interceptors to help defend Israel Tuesday, according to Defense Department officials.
Pentagon
Defense tech companies can apply for Pentagon loans starting next year
The effort will help companies fund the construction and equipment needed to scale production of technologies the DOD deems critical to national security.
Iran preparing imminent ballistic missile attack on Israel, US warns
A U.S. official warned of "severe consequences" if the attack takes place, and the Pentagon has surged additional forces to the region.
Small-drone defense is next in Pentagon’s Replicator buying push
The Pentagon will request funding for Replicator 2 in its FY26 budget proposal.
Naval
Gulf countries beef up their undersea-warfare chops with European tech
French and Italian firms are on tap to supply sonar technology and miniature submarines to Saudi Arabia and Qatar, respectively.
Space
Why Space Force chose commercial firms to build its new ground system
The program says its use of commercial vendors and focus on real-time operational needs make it different from legacy acquisition approaches.
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MacDill officials consider the base fortunate to have avoided the worst of the storm, but ordered personnel not to return for now while roads are cleared.
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The Space Force offered a rare glimpse into the X-37B’s latest endeavor, revealing that the spaceplane will conduct an aerobraking maneuver.
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To deter Iran, US must rethink military basing in the Middle East
Geography is destiny, but when it comes to U.S. bases in the Middle East, it needn’t be, Gen. Kenneth F. McKenzie Jr. (ret.) writes in this op-ed.
By Marine Gen. Kenneth F. McKenzie Jr. (ret.)