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Pentagon Awards $500M Contract to CACI for SkyValor Counter-Drone System Deployment

Pentagon Awards $500M Contract to CACI for SkyValor Counter-Drone System Deployment

The Pentagon's Joint Interagency Task Force 401 has awarded a contract worth up to $500 million to CACI International for its SkyValor system. This system is designed to use long-range, non-kinetic jamming against unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The contract follows successful testing in Arizona and aims to deploy the system to critical, unspecified sites as part of the Pentagon's Domestic Shield initiative. The military is focusing on a 'layered' approach to counter-drone technology, which involves using multiple systems with different capabilities to address various drone threats. The SkyValor system is trailer-based and can target drones from over 40 miles away using automated sensing and shooting algorithms.
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US signs deal to boost Patriot and THAAD missile parts production

US signs deal to boost Patriot and THAAD missile parts production

By David Ljunggren Aug 3 (Reuters) - The U.S. has signed a more than $3 billion deal with Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman to ramp up production of Patriot and THAAD interceptor missile parts, as conflicts in Iran and Ukraine strain stockpiles.
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U.S. General Warns Pentagon of Insufficient Naval Forces to Defend Israel Amid Iran Conflict

U.S. General Warns Pentagon of Insufficient Naval Forces to Defend Israel Amid Iran Conflict

A top U.S. general in Europe has alerted the Pentagon about a shortage of naval forces necessary to continue protecting Israel amidst ongoing tensions with Iran. According to the Washington Post, General Alexus Grynkewich, head of the U.S. European Command, indicated that without additional naval reinforcements, he would be compelled to prioritize the defense of U.S. territory over Israel. This warning comes as the U.S. navigates its strategic military commitments in the Middle East, balancing its support for allies with its own national defense priorities.
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US faces new pressure to build weapons without China's rare earth magnets

US faces new pressure to build weapons without China's rare earth magnets

A group of young scientists and entrepreneurs started a backyard lab in Boston in 2018 to find a cleaner metal-refining method
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Pentagon Awards $500M Contract for SkyValor Counter-Drone System

Pentagon Awards $500M Contract for SkyValor Counter-Drone System

The Pentagon's Joint Interagency Task Force 401 has awarded a $500 million contract to CACI International for its SkyValor counter-drone system. The system, designed to detect and defeat unmanned aerial systems, will be deployed to critical sites as part of the Pentagon's Domestic Shield initiative. This contract reflects the military's focus on enhancing its counter-drone capabilities.
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U.S. to Test Ukrainian Drones for Cost-Effective Military Solutions

U.S. to Test Ukrainian Drones for Cost-Effective Military Solutions

The United States has initiated a formal process to test Ukrainian combat drones, aiming to learn from Ukraine's cost-effective military innovations. A bilateral statement of intent was signed, potentially paving the way for future export deals and joint production of Ukrainian-designed systems in the U.S. This move comes as the U.S. military faces challenges with its expensive arsenal, highlighted by recent skirmishes with Iran. Ukraine's experience in developing affordable and scalable military technology during its conflict with Russia positions it as a valuable partner for the U.S.
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Democratic Veterans Demand Transparency on Troop Casualties in Iran Conflict

Democratic Veterans Demand Transparency on Troop Casualties in Iran Conflict

Congressman Jason Crow, along with 14 other Democratic veterans in Congress, is demanding transparency from the Trump administration regarding troop casualties in the conflict with Iran. Recent reports revealed discrepancies in the number of troop deaths, with the Pentagon initially lowering the count from 18 to 14 before restoring the names. The lawmakers are concerned about the Department of Defense's handling of casualty information and are calling for accurate and timely reporting. The demand for transparency comes amid broader concerns about the administration's military actions and their impact on servicemembers and their families.
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L3Harris Technologies Secures Pentagon Deal to Boost Missile Component Production

L3Harris Technologies Secures Pentagon Deal to Boost Missile Component Production

L3Harris Technologies Secures Pentagon Deal to Boost Missile Component Production
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U.S. Air Bases Face Potential Threat from Drone Attacks, Warns Former NORAD Chief

U.S. Air Bases Face Potential Threat from Drone Attacks, Warns Former NORAD Chief

Retired Air Force Gen. Glen D. VanHerck, former head of U.S. Northern Command and NORAD, has raised concerns about the vulnerability of U.S. air bases to drone attacks similar to those seen in Ukraine. During a virtual event at the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies, VanHerck highlighted the potential for such attacks to occur within the United States, referencing a Ukrainian operation that used drones to inflict significant damage on Russian military infrastructure. The Mitchell Institute has released a policy paper recommending a comprehensive strategy to protect U.S. air bases from drone threats. This includes expanding airborne early-warning sensors and developing offensive strategies to target enemy drone manufacturing capabilities. The Air Force has already begun implementing new doctrines and forming specialized units to address these threats.
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Farmworkers afraid to work during immigration crackdown, survey finds

Farmworkers afraid to work during immigration crackdown, survey finds

A UFW Foundation survey found that 92% of farmworkers are afraid to go to work because of the Trump administration's worksite immigration raids.
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This rocket launch may be visible tonight in Arizona. Where to spot it

This rocket launch may be visible tonight in Arizona. Where to spot it

SpaceX plans to conduct the 8th and final California rocket launch of July tonight. Here's how you may be able to see the Falcon 9 rocket in Arizona.
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CENTCOM Warns Troops of Potential Phone Confiscation Over Iran Data Concerns

CENTCOM Warns Troops of Potential Phone Confiscation Over Iran Data Concerns

CENTCOM has issued a memo warning U.S. service members in the Middle East that their cellphones may be confiscated due to concerns that Iran could exploit cellphone data. This follows incidents where service members posted videos online showing military operations, potentially revealing sensitive information. The Pentagon is concerned about the GPS data embedded in these devices, which could be used by adversaries to track troop movements and locations.