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Adversaries present persistent threats in 2025, can the US military handle them?
As the New Year begins, many people see it as a chance for a fresh start. However, the challenges that existed in 2024 are likely to persist in 2025, especially in the realm of national defense. Each branch of the U.S. Department of Defense is working to modernize its forces to address these ongoing issues.… -
The US military navigates global threats in 2025: Weapons and Warfare
As we kick off the new year, the United States is confronted with a range of complex and serious threats from adversaries aiming to compromise U.S. security across multiple domains. To clarify the challenges ahead, host Ryan Robertson highlights key insights from a Mitchell Institute panel called “The Dangers We Face,” featuring four Air and… -
Puerto Rico governor calls on Trump over Venezuela’s threat to security
Puerto Rico’s governor is urging swift action from President-elect Donald Trump after Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro called for the “liberation” of the U.S. territory. Governor Jenniffer González-Colón described Maduro’s comments as a direct threat to U.S. sovereignty and security. In a letter to Trump, González emphasized Puerto Rico’s strategic role, highlighting key military installations like… -
Ukraine’s largest drone strike hits Russia, targets key industrial sites
Ukraine carried out one of its largest drone and missile attacks against Russia, targeting industrial and strategic locations across multiple regions. The strikes, which took place overnight Monday, Jan. 13, reportedly caused significant damage to facilities and prompted school closures and flight restrictions in parts of southern Russia. Russian officials reported damage to oil production… -
US Coast Guard gets first new icebreaker in 25 years
For the first time in 25 years, the United States Coast Guard welcomed a new polar icebreaker to its fleet. It will be stationed in Juneau, Alaska, and it’s scheduled to start busting ice for the service in 2026. The ship isn’t new. Last year, the Coast Guard bought the M/V Aiviq from Offshore Surface… -
China building barges that can transport troops, equipment to Taiwan
China’s military developments are under scrutiny, as satellite imagery and intelligence reports reveal the construction of new amphibious landing barges and advancements in its aircraft carrier program. These developments raise concerns about Beijing’s military capabilities, and intentions in the Taiwan Strait. Reports indicated that China is building specialized landing barges at a shipyard in southern… -
IDF finds and destroys Hezbollah weapon supplies in southern Lebanon
Just because the Israel Defense Force (IDF) is adhering to the rules of a ceasefire with Hezbollah doesn’t mean that it’s not dismantling the terrorist network in other ways. This week, the IDF announced it found a trove of Hezbollah weaponry and military equipment in southern Lebanon. The IDF’s 769th “Hiram” Brigade said the latest… -
Zelenskyy, Austin urge continued US support for Ukraine in final meeting
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy used their final high-profile meeting at Ramstein Air Base in Germany to emphasize the need for continued international support for Ukraine. Addressing leaders from about 50 nations at the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting, Austin warned that reducing military aid could lead to greater instability… -
USAF Testing MQ-9 Reaper drone for new missions
For nearly two decades, the U.S. Air Force (USAF) has flown its MQ-9 Reaper drone in and out of traditional runways at bases worldwide. The unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), based on the earlier Predator drone, is designed primarily for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) missions and precision strike capabilities. However, as the USAF continues to… -
US Navy needs major funding boost to meet shipbuilding goals
There is no greater projection of global power than a nation’s navy. For decades, the United States Navy was the gold standard. If it wants to keep that designation, though, the U.S. Navy says it needs to buy more boats, which is going to cost tens of billions of dollars more per year than what… -
US troops in Syria essential to prevent ISIS resurgence: Defense secretary
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the continued deployment of American forces in Syria is necessary to block the Islamic State (ISIS) from resurging and destabilizing the region. Speaking at Ramstein Air Base in Germany on Wednesday, Jan. 8, Austin stressed the role of approximately 2,000 U.S. troops in Syria, particularly in overseeing detention camps… -
Ukraine keeps updating unmanned surface vessel playbook
Ukraine’s Magura V5 unmanned surface vessels (USVs), nicknamed ‘Sea Babies,’ are pound-for-pound some of the deadliest craft on the water. Just ask Russia’s Black Sea fleet. Those Sea Babies just learned a couple of new skills. Straight Arrow news previously reported on how Ukraine is using Magura V5s as portable launching platforms for aerial drones.… -
Sec. Austin to announce billions in Ukraine military aid in Germany
The Biden administration is preparing what could be one of its final major weapons packages for Ukraine. This comes as Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin heads to Germany this week for a critical meeting with international allies. Austin is expected to announce the aid during the 25th meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group at Ramstein…
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