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Understanding Warfighter Demands, Emerging Solutions Gives U.S. Edge

The Pentagon’s top research and engineering official remains laser focused on providing the warfighter with an asymmetric advantage in fielding future capabilities.

Florida National Guard Activated as Hurricane Idalia Approaches

The Florida National Guard has been fully activated with a mobilization of over 3,000 guardsmen in position across the state for Hurricane Idalia preparedness and response efforts, Pentagon Deputy Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said.

DOD Will Deploy AI-Enabled Detection System to Monitor D.C. Airspace

An artificial intelligence-powered airspace ​monitoring ​system is set ​to ​be installed to enhance protection of the nation’s capital​ with the potential to scale across other Defense Department and U.S. government installations​​ and systems​.

Hicks Underscores U.S. Innovation in Unveiling Strategy to Counter China’s Military Buildup

Ingenuity and innovation remain at the heart of the U.S. military’s strategic advantage as it confronts the pressing challenges in the Indo-Pacific, Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks said.

Pentagon Tackling Nuclear Modernization With Proactive, Integrated Approach

The Defense Department is instituting a forward-leaning, whole-of-department approach in accomplishing its top priority of maintaining the world’s foremost nuclear deterrence capability, a top Pentagon official said.

Military Response in Hawaii Has Been Quick, as Requested by Local Officials

More than 570 military personnel are providing support to county, state and federal authorities in Hawaii to ensure the people of Maui receive necessary aid and assistance following deadly wildfires on the island. 

U.S. Will Train Ukrainian F-16 Pilots, Ground Crews

The Defense Department will begin training Ukrainians to fly and maintain F-16 fighter jets in the coming months, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder said.

Pentagon Official Calls for Total Force Focus on Emerging Biothreats

The Defense Department has reached a pivotal point in responding to the quickly evolving biological threat landscape, a senior Pentagon official said.