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MILITARYOct 2Pentagon clears way for anti-drone tech: Hegseth memoThe memo instructs the department to treat delays in the employment of anti-drone technology as an "operational risk."The Hill
MILITARYOct 2Navy, Raytheon ink $24.4B deal for SM-6 ‘acceleration’The deal covers at least five-years of production for an undisclosed number of missiles.Breaking Defense
MILITARYOct 2Trump says Iran is "ready to fold up" but the U.S. is sending more troops to the Middle EastA third U.S. aircraft carrier is headed to the Middle East as President Trump claims that Iran is ready to surrender the war once the American midterms end. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.CBS News
MILITARYOct 2Marine Corps plans new warfighter test for future generalsFollowing Pentagon guidelines, the Marine Corps is developing and testing its own Joint Warfighter Evaluation.Military Times
MILITARYOct 2I fought for investment in Canada defence as international order erodedtheglobeandmail.com · Canada
MILITARYOct 2US looks to expand use of canoe-sized drones to deter migrant crossingsWASHINGTON, Oct 2 (Reuters) - The Pentagon may expand its ⁠use of autonomous surveillance boats on the Rio Grande and in the Gulf of Mexico after the canoe-sized vessels helped authorities detect and deter illegal ⁠border crossings and narcotics trafficking during a pilot program that began in January, a US official said.thestar_my · malaysia
MILITARYOct 2Hegseth creates Office of Religious Affairs in the Pentagon that reports directly to himEl Pentágono lanza una oficina de asuntos religiosos bajo la dirección de Pete Hegseth, enfocada en el apoyo espiritual para el personal militar. La iniciativa busca integrar valores cristianos, generando críticas por su posible impacto en la política militar.La nueva oficina coordinará recursos espirituales y educación con enfoque religioso, mientras se enfrenta a cuestionamientos sobre la influencia del cristianismo en el Departamento de Defensa. La medida ha sido controversial y debatida.Clarín
MILITARYOct 2How Closed Airspace Threatens U.S. Military Mobility Across EurasiaFor much of the modern aviation era, geography was something the global aviation industry learned to overcome. Simply put, unlike a railway, a pipeline, or a highway, an aircraft does not require a continuous physical infrastructure between its point of departure and its destination. Routes could change, aircraft could move between markets, and hubs could rise and decline. If economics justified a service, aviation possessed an extraordinary ability to find another way through. Before 2022, for nearly a decade at Russian AirBridgeCargo Airlines, I watched that principle operate from inside oneWar on the Rocks
MILITARYOct 2U.S. to send third carrier group to Mideast as Trump warns of new Iran strikesCNBC
MILITARYOct 2LSU designated distinguished military college by Department of WarLouisiana State University has been officially recognized as a distinguished military college by the Department of War. This designation highlights the institution's commitment to military education.knoe.com · United States
MILITARYOct 2Modernizing the RCAFThe article discusses efforts to modernize the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). This is relevant to the future capabilities and readiness of Canada's air defense.wingsmagazine.com · Canada
MILITARYOct 2Musk returns to US government for Pentagon war studyElon Musk is reportedly engaging with the US government for a Pentagon war study. This suggests his involvement in defense-related research or strategic analysis.yahoo.com · United States
MILITARYOct 2Scoop: U.S. sent more Patriots to protect Saudi, Qatari energy sitesThe U.S. military in recent weeks sent two additional Patriot missile batteries to protect oil and gas facilities in Saudi Arabia and Qatar, two U.S. officials and one regional source said. Why it matters: The U.S. wanted to reassure both allies that it would protect their key energy facilities in case President Trump decides to resume major combat operations against Iran. Trump said on Thursday that he's considering renewing a bombing campaign in the coming weeks. "Now I have to make a decision: either Iran signs the deal, or it won't exist any longer," he said. Flashback: In early August, whAxios
MILITARYOct 1Pentagon boosts special combat pay rates for all military servicesThe Pentagon has increased special combat pay rates across all military services. This decision affects military personnel compensation and reflects changes in defense policy.stripes.com · United States
MILITARYOct 1David Miller Nominated to Lead U . S . Space CommandDavid Miller has been nominated to lead the U.S. Space Command. This indicates an upcoming change in leadership for a significant military branch.executivegov.com · United States
MILITARYOct 1Vice Adm . John Skillman Nominated as Navy Vice ChiefVice Admiral John Skillman has been nominated for the position of Navy Vice Chief. This concerns a high-level personnel appointment within the military.executivegov.com · United States
MILITARYOct 1Pentagon increases pay for troops in hostile fire for first time in over 20 yearsWelcome to The Hill’s Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security   The Big Story  Pentagon increases pay for troops in hostile fire for first time in over 20 years The Pentagon increased the pay for U.S. troops in hostile fire and imminent danger, marking the first rate adjustment for those…The Hill
MILITARYOct 1Pentagon sending over 4,000 Marines, sailors to Middle East as buildup ramps upThe Pentagon is sending more than 4,000 Marines and sailors aboard three warships to the Middle East as the Navy buildup ramps up in the U.S. Central Command (Centcom) theater. The USS Makin Island, a Wasp-class amphibious assault ship, the flagship vessel of the amphibious readiness group, was spotted departing San Diego on Monday. The…The Hill
MILITARYOct 1United States reinforces its presence in the Middle East: sends 9,000 soldiers and a third aircraft carrier amid tension with IranClarín
MILITARYOct 1RTX wins up to $24.4B contract for SM-6 missile productionSeeking Alpha Tech
MILITARYOct 1Can’t start, won’t start: Over 150 new military programs face delay under a CRThe Defense Department will be operating under a continuing resolution until lawmakers successfully pass a fiscal 2027 budget.Breaking Defense
MILITARYOct 1Senators give cold shoulder to Hegseth plan to cut admirals, generalsDefense-focused senators are giving a cool reception to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s proposal to cut by 20 percent the number of nation’s admirals and generals. Several lawmakers said they had not seen the rationale for Hegseth’s argument, while others clearly wanted to talk about other things. “No, I certainly want to see his rationale…The Hill
MILITARYOct 1Troops get first increase in 24 years for hostile fire, danger paysPentagon raises danger pay for troops for the first time since 2002, increasing hostile fire pay to $450 and imminent danger pay to $275 per month.Military Times
MILITARYOct 1How Hegseth envisions a new Autonomous Warfare CommandThe Pentagon wants to combine drone procurement and operations under a new command, but Congress will have a say.Breaking Defense