Defense Systems
New DOD program aims to pollinate U.S.-made biotech
The goal is to explore military-grade, biologically-based solutions.
Policy
New Army space plan anticipates 'operator'-level space capabilities, general says
The new Army Space and Missile Defense Command leader also praised the use of Coyote anti-drone interceptors.
Science & Tech
High-Powered microwave weapon may have just passed a critical test
RTX’s CHIMERA shows it can track and attack targets at "tactically relevant ranges"
Policy
Army prep course has graduated 15,000 potential soldiers amid recruiting slump
With less than 30 percent of young Americans eligible for military service, the course aims to boost potential recruits' physical and academic scores.
Science & Tech
First Space Force guardian to be launched into space this summer
Col. Nick Hague will be part of a six-month mission for NASA.
Ideas
The Pentagon has been learning the wrong lessons for three decades
The Gulf War sowed the seeds of future defeat. We must uproot them—and urgently.
Defense Systems
Marine Corps to field squad-level loitering munitions by 2027
The Corps’ experience with logistics drones is yielding valuable lessons on deconflicting with friendly aircraft.
Business
USAF tried an electric plane. Now it wants to buy
A three-month test of the battery-powered ALIA has the service looking to move ahead.
Ideas
To deter China, transform the Pacific Deterrence Initiative
Three things are required to enable the PDI to meet its vital objectives.
Threats
After drone attack on U.S. forces in Jordan, Pentagon sees ‘escalation’ but not ‘widening’ of war
US nears an “inflection” point in deciding how to respond, says one expert.
Business
2023 sees new record for US government-to-government arms exports, boosted by Ukraine aid
The year’s $80.9 billion total for Foreign Military Sales is up more than half from the previous year.
Threats
Aussie F-35s, UK tanker join massive wargame over western US
This year’s Red Flag comes as US and allies operate against Houthi targets in Mideast.
Threats
Three US service members killed in Jordan by Iran-backed forces
“A huge escalation,” said one expert.
Defense Systems
Explainer: Pentagon's 'AN' equipment designations
If terms like AN/SSQ-53B(V) have you boggled, Forecast International offers a decoder key.
Threats
