Pentagon, Lockheed sign framework deal to boost AIM-260 production
The agreement was signed to expand production of the AIM-260 JATM, laying the groundwork for a future multiyear buy of the long-range air-to-air weapon.
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US Air Force renews efforts to ensure units have accurate spouse contact information
The Air Force is distributing cards instructing commanders on how to collect and download spouses' contact information to ensure family readiness.
Pentagon readies for 6G, the next of wave of wireless network tech
That work is increasingly important for the U.S., which is racing against China to shape the next iteration of wireless telecommunications.
Iran sending Russia batch of close-range missiles, Pentagon says
The missiles will help Russia preserve its stores of longer-range fires that could strike deeper into Ukraine, U.S. officials said.
NATO shepherds 10 firms whose tech could help the alliance
The companies are part of the Defense Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic’s inaugural cohort, which NATO announced last year.
Navy secretary faces Hatch Act violation for comments on Biden
The Hatch Act bars federal officials from participating in political activities while serving in their official capacity and in their federal workplace.
Pentagon leaders head to Germany for talks on Ukraine military aid
Top U.S. military leaders will be in Germany to discuss Ukraine’s wartime needs as Russia has conducted one of its deadliest airstrikes.
Expect a $833B defense budget for FY25, but not on time, lawmaker says
Rep. Rob Wittman said he expects a short-term budget deal for federal spending to be finalized before the end of the month.
Top enlisted leader talks pay, priorities and 1980s fashion
Black is the senior enlisted advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, after serving as the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps.
US quietly reopens talks with Chad amid challenges in Africa posture
The negotiations come months after the government in Chad told an American unit to depart the country.
Two US aircraft carriers to stay in Middle East after Hezbollah attack
It's the latest deployment extension of a Navy aircraft carrier in the Middle East, as concerns continue over the potential of a regional war erupting.
