Military

This week on Weapons & Warfare, the team dove into a pressing issue facing the U.S. Air Force: the pilot shortage.

US Air Force tackles pilot shortage problem: Weapons and Warfare

The United Nations announced that it is resuming aid flights in Haiti about a week after three commercial flights were struck by gunfire.

UN resuming Haiti aid flights nearly a week after 3 planes hit by gunfire

The United States Navy just took another major step forward on its path to pair unmanned aircraft with piloted planes.

US Navy, partners soar ahead in CCA drone development

IDF says a majority of weapons seized from Hezbollah are Russian

Two underwater cables have been severed in the Baltic Sea in what German officials are calling an act of 'sabotage.'

Critical comms cables cut in Baltic Sea as West warns of Russian ‘sabotage’

President Vladimir Putin has amended Russia's nuclear doctrine, lowering the threshold for using nuclear weapons.

Russia lowers threshold for using nuclear weapons as war with Ukraine escalates

President-elect Trump said he's preparing to use the military for deportations. He also used the military during his first term.

Trump confirms he’ll use military for immigration enforcement, deportations

Donald Trump’s team is reportedly investigating the 2021 U.S. troop withdrawal in Afghanistan and if military leaders could face charges.

Trump wants charges for military leaders over Afghanistan withdrawal: Report

Israeli airstrike targets Iran's Parchin military complex, disrupting nuclear weapons development at Taleghan 2 facility, images show.

Israeli airstrike destroys Iran’s active nuclear facility

North Korea's Kim Jong Un orders mass production of low-cost, precision "suicide drones" amid growing military ties with Russia.

Kim Jong Un pushes mass production of suicide drones

Israel is still actively involved in a multi-front war, but President-Elect Trump promised to end wars, not start or extend them.

Trump 2.0 could be very different for Israel and its wars

US, Japan, and South Korea hold Freedom Edge drills, showcasing combined military might amid North Korea's escalating provocations.

US, Japan, South Korea flex defense capabilities near Korean Peninsula

Human Rights Watch claims Israel has committed war crimes against Palestinians in Gaza.

Human Rights Watch accuses Israel of war crimes in Gaza

A Palestinian militant group released a new video of Israeli hostage Sasha Troufanov expressing concern about food and water shortages.

Palestinian militant group releases new video of Israeli hostage held by Hamas

A U.S. jury has awarded 3 survivors of Abu Ghraib $42 million.

Defense contractor ordered to pay former Abu Ghraib detainees $42 million

The Trump transition team is reviewing a draft executive order that could dramatically change how top military officers are evaluated and removed. If enacted, the proposal would establish a "warrior board" composed of retired senior military personnel tasked with reviewing the leadership of three- and four-star generals and admirals. Officers deemed unfit could be retired within 30 days, bypassing the Pentagon’s traditional promotion and review system.

Trump team eyes plan to reshape military leadership: Report

A CIA official is accused of leaking classified military information about Israel's plan of attack against Iran after Tehran launched a barrage of missiles at Tel Aviv on Oct. 1.

CIA official arrested, charged with leaking top secret military documents: Report

The People's Republic of China revealed plenty of new tech and weapons at the Zhuhai Airshow, like the J-35A stealth fighter aircraft.

China unveils new stealth jet and ‘space-air fighter’

Kyiv faces major Russian attack with missiles and drones, first in over two months, injuring one and causing infrastructure damage.

Kyiv faces major attack, Crimea bombing kills Russian commander

US Army invests $435M in Kentucky TNT plant, ending reliance on overseas suppliers and boosting national defense capabilities.

Army awards $435M contract for Kentucky TNT plant, first in decades

The Biden administration announced on Tuesday, Nov. 12, there will be no significant policy shift toward Israel.

Biden administration says no policy shift toward Israel due to humanitarian aid

The team explored the innovative strategies the Army is implementing to transform recruiting process in the ever-evolving military landscape.

The Army’s next-gen approach to recruitment: Weapons and Warfare

In today's battlespace, drones have become an essential part of any military force's strategy, with counter-drone defense is a rapidly evolving field.

New tech aims to take over enemy drones: Weapon of the Week

Military recruiters are encountering more challenges in attracting top talent to serve the country, and new ideas may be paying off.

US Army implementing new strategies amid recruiting challenges

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