Science & Tech
INDOPACOM’s ‘expeditionary foundry’ is another step toward the 3D-printed future
From FPV drones to irreplaceable howitzer parts, The Forge is expanding the realm of DIY military gear.
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In the Pacific, Army leaders expect today’s fiction to be near-term reality
Service secretary envisions drone-and-soldier teams within just a few years.
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US joins Iran-Israel war
Trump, who ordered strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities, threatens more action.
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Land forces tool up for potential Pacific conflict
Army, Marines pursue transformation, while exercises with partner nations grow more sophisticated.
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US Army medics prepare for war with China
Service is focused on overcoming logistical hurdles and other obstacles now so that medical professionals will be ready if they’re needed.
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Defense One Radio, Ep. 180: The Marine Corps in the Pacific littorals
Two generals based in Japan discuss the Corps' multiyear modernization campaign and preparations for potential conflict with China.
Business
Long-sought goal of better Pentagon buying may finally be within reach
A new executive order seeks to overhaul defense buying. A handful of innovators within the Defense Department are already showing the way.
Policy
Defense acquisition, exports, and shipbuilding figure in trio of new executive orders
White House orders up plans and proposals for reducing costs and stimulating industrial base.
Science & Tech
Pentagon to build AI for war planning in Europe and Asia
Scale AI will develop an AI tool for interactive war gaming, resource allocation, analyzing Chinese threats.
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Lawmakers to DOGE: Use a scalpel, not a sledgehammer at the Pentagon
Cutting first and asking questions later could hurt national security, HASC members say.
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China is rehearsing for war, Indo-Pacific commander says
Recent Chinese military exercises around Taiwan are practice for “the forced unification” of the island to the mainland, Adm. Sam Paparo said Thursday.
Policy
Return-to-work order created ‘panic’ among military-spouse federal workers
Presidential order coupled with deferred-resignation offer and hiring freeze created a perfect storm of stress.
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Pacific partnerships are key to preventing war, Army leaders say
With their help, outgoing U.S. Army Pacific commander “built a formation that is lethal and cohesive.”
Defense Systems
Military must improve acquisition to win future wars, admiral says
Pacific Fleet deputy chief says U.S. should follow Ukraine’s example to be prepared for a potential clash with China.
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Inside the Marine Corps’ first-ever littoral regiment
"We’re going to be pretty disaggregated, seizing key maritime terrain, providing the sensing capability, and things like that,” one staff sergeant says.
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