Science & Tech
Army puts new unit loaded with cutting-edge tech to the test
The reconnaissance unit is the poster child for Army plans to field more drones, electronic warfare, and communications equipment across the force.
Defense Systems
How one Army infantry division is using data analytics to keep soldiers safe
The 4th ID has tandem data efforts designed to track, alert, and predict harmful behavior trends.
Business
US still needs to improve monitoring of arms sent to Ukraine, GAO finds
The State Department and Defense Department aren’t communicating well about Ukraine aid. That could hurt Ukraine.
Threats
Air Force announces new Pacific exercise to test how it would fight China
The service is in the midst of a “reoptimization” effort to prepare for future high-end conflict.
Ideas
US military presence in Syria carries substantial risks—but so does complete withdrawal
The decision to stay or withdraw is a strategic one that will reverberate across the region.
Defense Systems
Pentagon unveils new biodefense-focused supercomputer
The new system is part of a collaboration with the Department of Energy-sponsored Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
Threats
Russia is pulling some troops out of Ukraine to fight Ukrainians in Russia
But “there are also real questions about [Ukraine’s] ability to hold captured Kursk territory,” said one expert.
Threats
INDOPACOM wants more special operators in the Pacific
“SOF’s greatest power is early leverage” in deterring conflict, Adm. Sam Paparo said.
Policy
White House cyber czar is working to grow a new generation of cybersecurity workers
It starts with touring schools.
Policy
US, UK, Australia loosen mutual export controls
New rules may mark a “generational-level change” in allies’ industrial and technological collaboration.
Threats
Pentagon needs to speed up its integrated-deterrence efforts, Joint Chiefs chair says
In an interview, Gen. Brown says sending stealth fighters to the Middle East will deter broader conflict.
Threats
Pentagon didn’t get heads-up about Ukraine’s Kursk offensive
U.S. officials still trying to discern Kyiv’s long-term objectives for the attack.
Science & Tech
Two programs suggest the Pentagon is getting better at buying technology
The Maven and Collaborative Combat Aircraft efforts display real steps forward, a pair of reports say.
Ideas