Ideas
Drones, Spying, Iraq and the Case Against Military Action in Syria
When it comes to building a case for a strike against Syria, America’s credibility on drones, spying and the invasion of Iraq may get in the way. By Michael Hirsh
Defense Systems
Navy to increase forward presence in Asia Pacific, Middle East
Additional ships and weapons development will support the Navy forward operations around the globe.
Defense Systems
ARTEL LLC joins contractors under FCSA
DISA awards task order under commercial satellite acquisition process.
Defense Systems
Marine Corps upgrade helicopters with target system for $34M
Lockheed Martin’s AN/AAQ-30 Target Sight System will be integrated into the AH-1Z Cobra Attack Helicopter.
Threats
Obama: Strike Against Syria Would Be a 'Shot Across the Bow'
President Obama said a internationally backed military strike against Syria would punish the regime for using chemical weapons. By Stephanie Gaskell
Business
More than 3,000 Civilian Medical Personnel Quit Amid Furloughs, Budget Cuts
Many of them are heading over to work at the Veterans Affairs Department, which has been sheltered from sequestration. By Eric Katz.
Ideas
The Many Challenges of Building an International Military Coalition
Coordinating several militaries with different budgets, capabilities and goals to carry out a strike against Syria isn’t easy. By Kathleen J. McInnis
Policy
Congress Urges Obama to Make His Case Before Striking Syria
Several members of Congress are reminding President Obama of his obligation to consult with Congress before authorizing military action in Syria. By Michael Catalini
Ideas
Prospect of War in Syria Rattles Emerging Markets
With Wall Street on edge over the looming military strike against Syria, investors in emerging markets like Turkey and India are rushing for gold and U.S. currencies. By Matt Phillips
Science & Tech
Obama's Power To Set Cybersecurity Standards Is Limited
For the last three years, President Obama has been unable to get a cybersecurity bill through Congress. By Matthew Cooper
Ideas
Pentagon Pivots Within the Pivot, to Southeast Asia
First came the pivot to Asia. Now, there’s the pivot within the pivot. By Kevin Baron
Threats
Not Yet! U.S. Still Determining Syria Attack Objectives
Obama administration officials are still trying to decide what objective they want to achieve with an attack on Syria, fearing additional chemical weapons use. By Stephanie Gaskell
Ideas
Pentagon’s Syria Response Reveals Limits of Prized Cyber, Drone Arsenal
Here’s why the 'clarity' of a 20th century cruise missile strike likely will trump the 'sophistication' of the Pentagon’s 21st century drones and cyber-weapons. By Stephanie Gaskell
Defense Systems
Maritime exercise marks milestone for U.S.-China joint operations
U.S. 5th Fleet participates with Chinese navy in bilateral counter-piracy scenarios.
Defense Systems
Air Force awards $14M modification for space situational awareness prototype
Lockheed Martin will support the Joint Space Operational Center under NETCENTS.
Defense Systems
Army purchases more counter-fire radars
Lockheed Martin will supply an additional 33 Q-53 radars under $206 million contract.
Policy
Syria: Mission Impossible?
President Obama is deciding whether to launch a military strike against Syria. The problem is, there may be no good way do it. By Michael Hirsh
Science & Tech
Why a Precision Strike Won't Work in Syria
The Kosovo model for a precision strike against Syria ignores two important things - they're not always that precise and there's no guarantee that Assad will back down any time soon. By James Fallows
Business
Former Air Force Secretary To Reduce Hagel's Staff by 20 Percent
Retired Air Force Secretary Mike Donley will lead a panel that's been directed to reduce the Office of the Secretary of Defense's budget by 20 percent. By Tom Shoop
Policy