Pentagon ends new radar effort meant for Guam missile defense
The Pentagon quietly directed the Missile Defense Agency to stop development of a new radar to protect Guam, according to a recent GAO report.
By Jen Judson
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No clear plan for supporting Guam missile defense system, GAO finds
The Government Accountability Office warn a firmer plan for management of Guam's missile defense architecture is needed.
By Jen Judson
NATO fortifies Eastern Europe’s defenses under new ‘air shielding’ mission
Stronger air and missile defenses will remain in place in Eastern Europe for the long run, a NATO official said last month.
Senators seek $2 billion Space Force budget boost for missile defense, responsive launch
In a report released with its bill, the committee labeled space as one of its top priorities, noting that the proposed increase is focused on hypersonic missile tracking capabilities and would support the Space Force’s shift to a more resilient, distributed architecture.
Pentagon plan for homeland cruise missile defense taking shape
The Pentagon is narrowing in on a plan for cruise missile defense for the homeland as think tank unveils its suggested architecture to protect against the growing threat.
By Jen Judson
Rocket carrying new nuclear missile component explodes in late-night test
Officials are investigating the cause of the mishap, which did not injure anyone.
European demand for weapons grows as Russia fallout deepens
The changed security environment in Europe will yield increased demand from European allies for integrated missile defenses, early warning systems, air-to-air missiles and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance platforms, a senior U.S. defense official said Thursday.
By Joe Gould
North Korean leader convenes military meeting amid tensions
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is meeting with his senior military officials to discuss national defense policies.
US sending Ukraine new $1 billion arms package amid grinding Donbas fight
The U.S. will send Ukraine another $1 billion in weapons to fight Russia, including Harpoon anti-ship launchers for the first time from the U.S., and more ammunition for high-tech, medium-range rocket launchers, the Biden administration announced Wednesday.
By Joe Gould
Lockheed may repurpose its Joint Air-to-Ground Missile for air defense
The Joint Air-to-Ground Missile could be the next interceptor for the U.S. Army's European-deployed Maneuver-Short Range Air Defense capability, according to the U.S. defense giant.
By Jen Judson