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Pentagon and L3Harris to Boost Rocket Motor Production for Missile Defense

Pentagon and L3Harris to Boost Rocket Motor Production for Missile Defense

Pentagon and L3Harris to Boost Rocket Motor Production for Missile Defense
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Pentagon says US industry still years from matching Ukraine's wartime drone output

Pentagon says US industry still years from matching Ukraine's wartime drone output

(Corrects to add "drone" to headline) By Mike Stone WASHINGTON, July 27 (Reuters) - The Pentagon official tasked with building a domestic drone industry said on Monday the United States is still in the earliest, hardest phase of that effort, acknowledging output remains a fraction of Ukraine's
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Pentagon says US industry still years from matching Ukraine's wartime output

Pentagon says US industry still years from matching Ukraine's wartime output

By Mike Stone WASHINGTON, July 27 (Reuters) - The Pentagon official tasked with building a domestic drone industry said on Monday the United States is still in the earliest, hardest phase of that effort, acknowledging output remains a fraction of Ukraine's production even as the government tightens
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Trump may need to allow Chinese minerals as US industry struggles to meet 2027 deadline

Trump may need to allow Chinese minerals as US industry struggles to meet 2027 deadline

By Ernest Scheyder and Jarrett Renshaw July 27 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump's push to end Washington's reliance on Chinese critical minerals by January is colliding with a stark reality: American miners and processors aren't ready.
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Pentagon Seeks Affordable Long-Range Strike Weapons Amid Cost Concerns

Pentagon Seeks Affordable Long-Range Strike Weapons Amid Cost Concerns

The Pentagon is initiating a project to develop cost-effective, long-range weapons, known as Ground-Based Affordable Mass (GBAM) munitions, in response to the high costs associated with current long-range missiles like the Tomahawk. The Department of Defense (DoD) aims to have these weapons ready for demonstration within three months and full-scale production within 18 months. The GBAM initiative is designed to provide affordable, scalable long-range effects, allowing military commanders to target a broader range of threats while preserving more expensive munitions for critical missions. The Defense Innovation Unit has launched the GBAM Challenge, inviting participants to submit proposals by August 5, with the potential for significant financial rewards and contracts for successful designs.
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Defense Tech Investment Surges as Arms Companies Boost Startup Funding

Defense Tech Investment Surges as Arms Companies Boost Startup Funding

Defense Tech Investment Surges as Arms Companies Boost Startup Funding
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REalloys' Expansion in U.S. Rare Earth Industry Amid China's Export Controls

REalloys' Expansion in U.S. Rare Earth Industry Amid China's Export Controls

REalloys' Expansion in U.S. Rare Earth Industry Amid China's Export Controls
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Recent fighting with Iran further draws down key US air defense stockpiles, analysis says

Recent fighting with Iran further draws down key US air defense stockpiles, analysis says

A Washington think tank says recent fighting with Iran has used up more of the U.S. military’s stockpiles of advanced air defense systems
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Trump, Zelenskiy discuss Patriot deal and reviving talks with Russia

Trump, Zelenskiy discuss Patriot deal and reviving talks with Russia

By Gram Slattery, Richard Cowan and David Brunnstrom WASHINGTON, July 28 (Reuters) - U.S.
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Pentagon Revises Iran War Casualty Reporting Amid Controversy

Pentagon Revises Iran War Casualty Reporting Amid Controversy

The Pentagon has updated its casualty database, revising the number of U.S. troops killed in the Iran war from 18 to 14 and removing dozens of wounded from the tally. This change is part of a broader reclassification under a new category labeled 'Overseas Operations.' The revision has sparked questions about transparency and accountability, as it appears to reset the accounting of casualties in the ongoing conflict. The change may be linked to the Trump administration's stance that the initial phase of the war ended in May, thus resetting the 60-day limit for military action without congressional approval.
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How biological warfare could trigger a global catastrophe | The Excerpt

How biological warfare could trigger a global catastrophe | The Excerpt

Author Annie Jacobsen explains how biological warfare could unfold, why containment is so difficult and what governments can do to prepare.
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Middle East Arms Factories Shift U.S. Security Focus Amid Strategic Changes

Middle East Arms Factories Shift U.S. Security Focus Amid Strategic Changes

The U.S. is witnessing a strategic shift in the Middle East, where the focus is moving from traditional military engagements to the capacity for arms production and self-sustainability. This change is highlighted by the increasing importance of manufacturing agreements, ammunition plants, and component supply chains in the region. Countries like Turkey and Saudi Arabia are investing heavily in localizing their defense industries. Turkey has transformed into a major exporter of military equipment, while Saudi Arabia is working towards localizing over half of its military spending under its Vision 2030 initiative. This shift is not just about economic diversification but also about gaining strategic autonomy. The U.S. has been involved in supporting these developments, as seen in a recent civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia, which underscores the strategic importance of these capabilities.