“This is a revolution for the Strategic Air Forces, which have always operated in complete autonomy since their creation in the 1960s,” said one analyst.
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.
More capable missiles could help Saudi Arabia deter Iranian attacks and make its military more self-reliant, but they risk fueling a regional missile race.
Stephen Hubbard, a retired teacher and U.S. Air Force veteran, was released from Russian custody on Wednesday after spending over four years in prison.
The Royal Navy has a “serious anti-submarine warfare gap” that weakens the U.K.'s ability to respond to Russia’s submarine and underwater sabotage threats.
The deal comes amid worsening U.S.-Ukraine relations since U.S. President Trump announced a diesel export deal with Russia this month to lower U.S. prices.
The head of the Army formation responsible for fielding the Next Generation Command and Control system said the timeline depends on resources available.
