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Jan- 2026 -

7 January

Air

Bea Castañeda

Uncovering the JASSM: Stealth, Precision, and Autonomy

This guide explains JASSM, uncovering its design, stealth features, range, and role in modern air combat.

7 January

Air

A U.S. Air Force F-15EX Eagle II flies over the Gulf of America, September 16, 2025. The F-15EX, from the 40th Flight Test Squadron at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, is one of the first F-15EXs in the Air Force, and is going through developmental and operational test series at Eglin to confirm its operational capabilities before it is delivered to the combat Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Jacob Stephens)

Rojoef Manuel

Boeing to Supply F-15s to Israel Under $8.5B Pentagon Deal

The US Department of Defense has awarded Boeing an $8.5-billion contract to provide F-15IA combat aircraft for the Israeli Air Force.

Dec- 2025 -

23 December

Americas

Christine Casimiro

US Congress Moves to Create Pentagon-Led Defense AI Institute

US lawmakers are pushing to speed up the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) across the military to keep America ahead of global rivals.

17 December

Americas

Staff Writer With AFP

Pentagon Prepares Major Military Reorganization Plan: Report

US officials are working on a plan for a reorganization of the military requested by Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth that would reduce four-star generals and consolidate some international command centers, the Washington Post reported on Monday.

15 December

Americas

U.S. Army Sgt. Michael Morales, assigned to 41st Field Artillery Brigade, updates Soldier information in a battalion aid station during Saber Guardian 25, Cincu Training Area, Romania, June 13, 2025. The aid station enables rapid triage, treatment, and evacuation of casualties, ensuring readiness and lifesaving support in austere operational environments. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Hunter Carpenter) Demonstrating global deterrence and the U.S. Army’s ability to rapidly deploy U.S.-based combat power in Europe and the Arctic region alongside Allies and partners, DEFENDER 25 brings U.S. troops together with forces from 29 Allied and partner nations to build readiness through large-scale combat training from May 11-June 24, 2025. DEFENDER 25 increases the lethality of the NATO alliance through large-scale tactical training maneuvers and long-range fires, builds unit readiness in a complex joint, multinational environment and leverages host nation capabilities to increase the U.S. Army’s operational reach. During three large-scale combat training exercises—Swift Response, Immediate Response, and Saber Guardian—Ally and partner forces integrate and expand multi-domain operations capability, demonstrating combined command and control structures and readiness to respond to crisis and conflict.

Rojoef Manuel

Google’s Gemini Powers Pentagon’s New AI Toolkit for Troops

The rollout kicks off with Google’s “Gemini for Government,” a generative AI tool aimed at everyday military workflows, from drafting documents and summarizing policies to assessing risks and reviewing images or videos.

4 December

Americas

An Australian submarine surfaces from the waters in the foreground. Land is seen peeking in the far background, with the whole scene illuminated by sunlight peering out of the clouds above.

Staff Writer With AFP

After Review, Pentagon Confirms Submarine Sales to Australia

The Pentagon said Thursday it has endorsed the tripartite AUKUS security pact with the United Kingdom and Australia, which would involve Canberra's acquisition of at least three Virginia-class nuclear submarines within 15 years.

3 December

Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

Inder Singh Bisht

Pentagon Launches $1B Program to Procure 300,000 Attack Drones

The US Department of Defense has initiated a $1-billion program to significantly scale up domestic drone manufacturing.

3 December

Air

US President Donald Trump presenting the government's 'Golden Dome' missile defense plan at the Oval Office

Rojoef Manuel

US Names 1,000+ Golden Dome Partners in First Contracting Stage

The US Missile Defense Agency (MDA) has selected 1,014 companies for the opening round of a massive contracting vehicle supporting the Pentagon’s future Golden Dome air and missile defense effort.

Nov- 2025 -

25 November

Americas