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US Air Force wants AI to assist aerial refueling
The goal is for AI to automatically analyze refueling operations from cameras mounted on the tankers and provide “hot wash” feedback to the tanker crews.
Middle Column
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China’s first aircraft carrier forms ‘evolving pattern’ of voyages in disputed Asian seas
The carrier group’s passages not far from Taiwan, Japan and the Philippines have raised alerts.
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New Zealand defense chief resigns over ‘inappropriate relationship’
“These matters revolved around an inappropriate relationship I had when in a position of unit command, and I regret not disclosing this.”
Left Column
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Air
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Israel secures procurement of 12 Apache gunships in last-minute maneuver
Israel is set to acquire 12 Apache “Echo” attack helicopters from Boeing, according to an Israeli ministry of defense announcement this week.
Land
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US Army seeks manufacturers for 155mm howitzer barrels amid boost in demand
The move comes amid Pentagon concerns that the U.S. government’s only plant for manufacturing howitzer barrels can’t keep up with the recent demand.
Pentagon
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Pentagon, Lockheed agree to 10-year deal for 850 F-35 jets
The decade-long framework guarantees at least 850 F-35 Lightning II fighters for the U.S. military, pending congressional approval and funding.
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The Pentagon wants ketamine wafers as a battlefield medicine option
The Pentagon awarded a multi-million-dollar contract to the Singapore-based iX Biopharma to develop a small, ketamine-packed wafer.
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Pentagon ignored cybersecurity flaws before data breach, Marines’ lawsuit says
A pair of Marines filed a class-action lawsuit Tuesday against the Pentagon over a data breach at the Defense Manpower Data Center.
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Pentagon AI oversight office struggles to keep pace with department’s ambitions, GAO finds
The Pentagon office tapped in 2022 to oversee the military’s responsible use of AI had filled just three of 10 authorized positions as of February 2026.
Naval
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China’s first aircraft carrier forms ‘evolving pattern’ of voyages in disputed Asian seas
The carrier group’s passages not far from Taiwan, Japan and the Philippines have raised alerts.
Space
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Europe’s push to reduce US reliance is reshaping the defense space market
Spooked by U.S. restrictions on satellite data access during recent crises, European countries are scrambling to catch up on sovereign capabilities.
VIDEOS
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Red Cat Expands Its Drone Portfolio With New Aerial and Maritime Systems
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Updated howitzer? BAE Systems shows off fast-firing artillery system
Get a look at the ‘Archer,’ a potential update for the Army howitzer that BAE systems says can out-survive current systems with speed.
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How do you maneuver an army in a massive ocean? U.S. Pacific commander talks strategy
Positioning and training a land force in a sea of small islands is a challenge. The Army commander in the Pacific talks about how the U.S. can get it done.
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The drones of the Army’s near-future take shape
Autonomous systems designed to take over dull and dangerous jobs from soldiers are on offer to the Army – check out a roundup of options available at AUSA 2024.
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Check out this autonomous mine-clearing system
With drones now dominating the sky over a battlefield, mine clearance is more dangerous than ever. Why not let a drone take over that job, too?
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How do you test a vast command and control network across forces?
For its next war, the U.S. wants a command and control network linking all forces – but it needs to test it. One Marine expert outlines how to get it done.
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Check out a pint-sized shotgun on display at MCON 2024
“A lot of boom for a little gun,” is the descriptor for a new offering from Armscor. Check out this pocket shotgun and some innovative small arms rounds.
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A cannon that shoots down missiles cheaply? Rapid capabilities director looks ahead
Is the Army prepared to fight a war of cheap, disposable drones dominating a battlefield? Two experts look at how the force needs to adapt.
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Can drones attack U.S. missile defense sites?
The head of the Army Space and Missile Defense Command talks about defending U.S. assets in a drone-dominated world at AUSA 2024