US Department of Defense

Norway Air Force Accepts Three F-35A Jets Under Joint Strike Fighter Program

The Royal Norwegian Air Force has taken delivery of three new F-35A Lightning II combat aircraft as part of the Joint Strike Fighter Program in partnership with the US Department of Defense and Lockheed Martin.

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GAO Flags Pentagon Efforts to Enable Satellite Communications Via Lasers

The Government Accountability Office has raised concerns about the Pentagon’s efforts to enable satellite communications through laser links.

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US Army Compromising Fitness Standards to Meet Recruitment Goals: Watchdog

A new report from the Pentagon Inspector General reveals that the US Army has been lowering its fitness requirements to meet ambitious recruitment targets.

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Raytheon Clinches $322M TOW Anti-Armor Missile Deal With US Army

Raytheon has been awarded a $322.5-million contract to supply additional TOW anti-armor missiles to the US Army.

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Trump Administration Takes Aim At Pentagon Spending

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered a review of the department's 2026 budget so as to reallocate $50 billion in funds, the Pentagon said Wednesday, following reports that he had directed deep, multi-year cuts to military spending.

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Pentagon Halts Trans Enlistment, Transition Treatment for US Troops

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has issued a memo preventing transgender people from joining the US military.

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Pentagon Taps Oshkosh for Multiple US Army Truck Supply

The US Department of Defense has awarded Oshkosh Defense multiple contracts to provide an array of military trucks for the US Army.

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US Navy’s Burke-Class Destroyer Unleashes HELIOS Laser in Breathtaking New Photo

The US Navy has demonstrated the power of its cutting-edge HELIOS laser weapon aboard an Arleigh Burke-class destroyer during an undated sea trial.

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Kongsberg Lands New Joint Strike Missile Contract With US Air Force

Kongsberg has secured a follow-on contract from the US Air Force to provide additional Joint Strike Missiles for its fighter jets.

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US Senate Confirms Former Fox News Co-Host as Pentagon Chief

The US Senate narrowly confirmed former Fox News co-host Pete Hegseth as Pentagon chief on Friday, despite allegations of alcohol abuse, sexual misconduct and other fears about his ability to lead the world's most powerful military.

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