Recap: Highlights from the US Army’s 2025 conference in Washington
The Army continues to transform, with efforts focused on next-gen weaponry, long-range artillery, unmanned systems and much more.
Unmanned
Pentagon stages first ‘Top Drone’ school for operators to hone skills
Industry and military drone operators flew tethered and untethered first-person drones through a course designed to test endurance and maneuverability.
US Army’s Multi-Mission Launcher Defeats Cruise Missile, UAS Threat
The US Army’s self-built Multi-Mission Launcher successfully defeated a cruise missile target and an unmanned aircraft system using an AIM-9X missile at White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico, the service announced Thursday.
US Army Chief Sounds Alarm: Military at ‘High Risk’
Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark Milley sounded the alarm that the Army is currently in a state of “high risk” when it comes to being ready enough to defend the nation and respond to a large conflict.
Future of Army Report To Hit Carter's Desk Next Week
The Army's report on which National Commission on the Future of the Army recommendations it plans to implement is expected to land on the defense secretary's desk.
US Senator Wants Billions in Emergency Aid for Mideast
WASHINGTON — A senior US senator said Thursday he would seek an emergency appropriation of "multiple billions" of dollars to help Egypt, Jordan and Lebanon to help them cope with the fallout from the war with Islamic State group.
Algeria Increases Order of Russian-made Mi-28 Helos to 42
The Algerian Air Force increased its order of "Night Hunter" attack helicopters from the eight initially reported in January to 42.
USAF Moving Forward With Possible A-10 Replacement, General Says
The Air Force is moving forward with a key step in developing a dedicated close-air support plane to replace the A-10 "Warthog," a top general said Thursday.
Air Force Moving Forward With A-10 Replacement Option
The Air Force is moving forward with a key step in developing a dedicated close-air support plane to replace the A-10 Warthog, a top general said Thursday.
UK Invests in F-35 Home Base Upgrade
Some £25 million has already been spent by the MoD readying the base for the new facilities, with old buildings being demolished and cabling work undertaken.
McCain Presses Senator To Break Impasse on Fanning Nomination
A Senate confirmation vote for Fanning, who would become the first openly gay civilian to lead a service branch, is being blocked over a separate issue with the military's Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, detention center.
