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The Pentagon confirmed on Thursday, Sept. 26, that one of China's nuclear attack submarines sank earlier this year. Reuters Images

China’s naval efforts suffer blow with revelation its attack sub sank

The Army surpassed its recruiting goal of 55,000 new recruits this fiscal year, while adding 11,000 individuals to the delayed entry program, which will support next year’s recruiting efforts. This marks a significant turnaround after the service missed its recruitment targets in 2022 and 2023. The success is largely attributed to the Army’s Future Soldier Prep Course, which helped more than 13,000 recruits meet academic and fitness requirements for basic training. DVIDS

Army exceeds 55,000 recruitment goal, reversing 2022 and 2023 shortfalls

A Vietnam War pilot who had been missing for over 50 years has finally been identified, found in central Vietnam. Getty Images

Remains of missing Vietnam War pilot identified after 50 years

Ukraine has a new ground-based robot hitting the battlefields. The multi-functional platform is nicknamed the 'Gnom.' Temerland Military Solutions

New ‘Gnom’ robot repelling Russians in Ukraine

Russia is reportedly producing long-range attack drones in China for use in Ukraine, raising concerns over China’s involvement and support. Reuters

Secret drones from China could fuel Russia’s war in Ukraine: Report

The White House announced $8 billion in aid to Ukraine in the form of weapons and equipment on Thursday, Sept. 26, in what President Biden described an effort to help Ukraine "win this war." AP Images

White House announces $8 billion in aid to Ukraine to help Kyiv ‘win this war’

Hezbollah fired a ballistic missile at Tel Aviv on Wednesday, Sept. 25, marking the first time the group targeted central Israel. The missile, launched from southern Lebanon, was intercepted by Israel's David's Sling defense system. Reuters

Israel’s ‘David’s Sling’ intercepts Hezbollah ballistic missile

China announced on Wednesday, Sept. 25, that it launched a rare ICBM test into the Pacific Ocean, sparking international concerns. Reuters

China fires off rare ICBM test amid growing tensions in Indo-Pacific

The USNS Big Horn, a critical US Navy oil tanker, reportedly ran aground off Oman's coast Tuesday, Sept. 24, impacting operations for the Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group amid escalating tensions between Israel and Hamas. The incident occurred while the Big Horn was engaged in regional security efforts, and the Navy is investigating with no official cause yet determined. DVIDS

USNS Big Horn grounding highlights need for naval upgrade

Air Force leaders opened the 2024 Air, Space, and Cyber Conference with a six-month progress report on the branch's restructuring mission. DVIDS

Air Force leaders give update on service-wide changes addressing new threats

This week on Weapons & Warfare, we’re on location at the Air and Space Force's Air, Space, and Cyber Conference for 2024. DVIDS

The Air, Space and Cyber Conference 2024: Weapons and Warfare

At the Air, Space, and Cyber Conference 2024, the finalists for the Collaborative Combat Aircraft were showcased. Straight Arrow News

The race for the Collaborative Combat Aircraft: Weapon of the week

Ukraine accuses Russia of using Chinese satellites to target nuclear plants, sparking concerns of imminent nuclear strikes. AP Images

Zelenskyy alleges Russia using Chinese satellites to plan nuclear facility attacks

Russia's latest nuclear test of a Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile has ended in a catastrophic explosion, dealing a significant blow to the country's efforts to modernize its nuclear arsenal. The explosion occurred at the Plesetsk Cosmodrome in northern Russia, leaving a 200-foot-wide crater and debris scattered across the launch site. Reuters

Russia’s nuclear arsenal in question after Sarmat missile test failure

A simulated nuclear strike on London has been broadcast by a pro-Putin TV channel, showing carnage and detailing numbers of casualties. youtube.com/@visualiser3d

Pro-Putin media simulates nuclear strike on London

House Republicans released a report that said US federal research funding helped China advance its weapons systems, AI and more technology. AP Images

US funding helped China’s military modernization: Congressional report

The Pentagon announced on Monday that it is sending more U.S. troops to the Middle East amid rising tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. AP Images

US deploying troops to Middle East over fears of safety for American personnel

The U.S. government is now urging Americans in Lebanon to leave the country as tensions between Israel and Hezbollah continue to escalate. Getty Images

US urges Americans to leave Lebanon amidst fighting between Israel, Hezbollah

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has banned all communication devices following a deadly attack on Hezbollah in Lebanon. Reuters

Iran’s Guards ban communications devices after deadly attack on Hezbollah

Israeli troops raided Al Jazeera's office in Ramallah, West Bank, early Sunday, marking another severe action against the media network known for its detailed coverage of Israeli military operations. During the operation, more than 20 armed soldiers issued a 45-day closure order and evacuated the staff, seizing crucial broadcasting equipment. Reuters

Israeli military storms, closes Al Jazeera’s West Bank offices

Ukraine is banning the use of Telegram on government and military devices over fears of Russian infiltration into the platform. Reuters

Ukraine bans Telegram app for some as fears of Russian spying grow

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited a Pennsylvania ammunition factory on Sunday, Sept. 22, to express gratitude to workers producing 155 mm artillery shells, critical to Ukraine's defense against Russian ground forces. The Scranton Army Ammunition Plant has ramped up production significantly over the past year, with Ukraine receiving more than 3 million shells from the U.S. Reuters

Inside the Pennsylvania ammo plant helping Ukraine fight back against Russia

Israel is has begun attacking Hezbollah targets in Lebanon as part of its new round of extensive strikes. Monday morning, the Israeli military warned civilians to vacate areas where it says Hezbollah is storing weapons ahead of further strikes.  Reuters

Israel warns residents to leave areas in Lebanon near Hezbollah targets

After claiming he was gifted a Cybertruck by Elon Musk, Chechen warlord Ramzan Kadyrov now says the vehicle has been remotely disabled. Getty Images

Chechen warlord accuses Elon Musk of disabling his Cybertruck remotely