Pentagon plan for homeland cruise missile defense taking shape
WASHINGTON — The Pentagon’s plan to defend the U.S. homeland from cruise missiles is starting to take shape after a prolonged period of development because…
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Elaine Luria wants to fight for a stronger Navy — but first she has to get reelected
WASHINGTON — Rep. Elaine Luria is one of the U.S. Navy’s staunchest proponents — and one of its most ruthless critics. Luria first drew attention…
White House wrangles with Congress over ship, aircraft retirements
WASHINGON — The White House on Tuesday doubled down on a brewing fight with Congress over legislative efforts that would prevent the retirement of several…
Ukraine war tactics reaffirm US Army’s modernization thrust, service chief says
WASHINGTON — Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has shown the U.S. Army that its modernization priorities are properly focused, Gen. James McConville, the service’s chief of…
Stryker power problem uncovered in test of US Army network gear
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Army said it identified a power problem associated with new communications and network tools and Stryker combat vehicles during a live-fire…
Competition to replace Bradley vehicles enters design, prototype phase
UPDATE — This story has been updated to include additional information from an Army press release. WASHINGTON — The U.S. Army has opened up the…
US to send Ukraine advanced NASAMS air defense weapons in $820 million package
WASHINGTON ― The Pentagon on Friday announced $820 million in new Ukraine military aid that includes advanced mid- to long-range air defense systems and counter-artillery…
Congress wants more troops in Europe as war in Ukraine drags on
PARIS AND WASHINGTON — Congress is pushing for more U.S. soldiers in Europe in its fiscal 2023 draft defense policy bills as the Russian invasion…
European demand for weapons grows as Russia fallout deepens
WASHINGTON ― The changed security environment in Europe will mean increased demand from its allies for integrated missile defenses, early warning systems, air-to-air missiles and…
US Army unveils contract to build new light tank for infantry forces
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Army on Tuesday selected General Dynamics Land Systems to build a light tank meant to improve mobility, protection and direct-fire capabilities…