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US Southern Command stands up autonomous unit

Once fully operational, the new command will be tasked with engaging autonomous, semi-autonomous and unmanned platforms to “counter threats across domains.

By Cristina Stassis

8 days ago

Airmen from the 38th Rescue Squadron transport a patient during the HH-60W Jolly Green II’s first official rescue mission in Tampa, Florida, Sept. 7, 2022. The HH-60W Jolly Green II was recently approved to conduct limited rescue operations on monthlong deployments overseas. (Senior Airman John Crampton/Air Force)

US Air Force wants better infrared jammers for its combat rescue helicopters

The HH-60W, recently used to rescue downed pilots in Iran, lacks a capable infrared countermeasure system, Air Force Material Command said.

By Michael Peck

9 days ago

Pentagon expands firearm access for off-duty military members on base

The memorandum instructed installation commanders to consider requests with a “presumption of approval."

4 weeks ago

Hegseth asks Army’s top general to retire, fires two others as Iran war rages

The Pentagon intends to replace him with a leader aligned with Hegseth and President Donald Trump’s vision for the Army, an official told Military Times.

4 weeks ago

Iranian strikes target the infrastructure behind US airpower

Iran has struck radar systems, satellite communications and mission-critical aircraft at US bases across Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

By Michael Scanlon

4 weeks ago

Limited missions, big risks: What a US ground fight in Iran could become

Military analysts point to several possibilities of what ground operations could entail, including coastal assaults and nuclear site raids.

4 weeks ago