Ulchi Freedom Shield drills shortened after Trump order
Ulchi Freedom Shield drills will end early after President Donald Trump ordered a reduction, prompting questions about U.S.-South Korea defense readiness.
Mobile Tactical Cannon program advances with Hanwha K9 bid
The U.S. Army selected Hanwha Defense USA to deliver wheeled K9 Mobile Howitzer prototypes under the Mobile Tactical Cannon program, a potential M777 replacement.
Trump says Kim responded after call request to Pyongyang
Trump says Kim responded to his outreach, calling the exchange positive, as he moves to scale back US-South Korea drills and presses Seoul on Iran.
Pentagon signs Boeing, RTX pacts to scale SM-3 components
The Pentagon signed framework agreements with Boeing and RTX to expand production of SM-3 components, aiming to bolster interceptor supply amid rising demand.
MDA seeks mobile successor with FBM Radar Next
The Missile Defense Agency is pursuing FBM Radar Next, a mobile successor to AN/TPY-2, after Iranian strikes highlighted the vulnerability of static radars.
Agentic AI moves from pilots to the front lines by 2035
Agentic AI is rapidly reshaping defense operations as leaders push secure, scalable autonomy to the edge and keep humans in command where risks are highest.
Pentagon weapons production push seeks faster output
The Pentagon is moving to accelerate weapons production to rebuild depleted munitions, asking contractors for 21-day plans as officials flag interceptor shortfalls.
Army seeks counter-drone missile under $150,000
The Army issued an RFI for a counter-drone missile priced under $150,000, compatible with the Coyote launcher and designed for extended-range defense against sUAS.
Unidentified soldier X-3 exhumed in Alaska for DNA testing
An unidentified soldier known as X-3 was exhumed in Sitka, Alaska, as the Pentagon seeks to identify the WWII airman through DNA and dental analysis.
Space Force training capabilities get $981M contract pool
The Space Force launched a $981 million, five-year contract pool to accelerate simulators and infrastructure for Guardian training, according to Space Systems Command.
US Navy submarine contract sets $76.6B modernization mark
The US Navy approved a $76.6 billion package for nine Block VI Virginia-class attack submarines and five Columbia-class SSBNs, awarded to GDEB and HII.
Boeing takes $280M charge on VC-25B program losses
Boeing recorded a $280 million charge on the VC-25B program, lifting total losses above $3 billion as it targets 2028 delivery of the Air Force One replacement.