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Feb- 2026 -

5 February

Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Nov. 23, 2025) Low-cost Unmanned Combat Attack System (LUCAS) drones are positioned on the tarmac at a base in the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) operating area, Nov. 23. The LUCAS platforms are part of a one-way attack drone squadron CENTCOM recently deployed to the Middle East to strengthen regional security and deterrence. (Courtesy Photo)

Pentagon Taps 25 Partners for Kamikaze Drone Trial Sprint

The US Department of Defense has selected 25 companies to compete in the first phase of the Drone Dominance Program, an acquisition effort aimed at rapidly fielding low-cost, one-way attack unmanned aerial systems at scale.

4 February

Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

The unmanned X-47B conducts its first night flight April 10 over Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Md. Night flights are the next incremental step in developing the operations concept for more routine flight activity. The Navy will continue to execute X-47B test events to mature standard operating procedures for cooperative use of the airspace with manned aircraft. (U.S. Navy photo by Erik Hildebrandt/Released)

Rojoef Manuel

Pentagon Urges Low-Cost Physical Defenses to Counter Drone Threats

The US Department of Defense has released a three-page guidance document calling for expanded use of passive physical measures to protect critical infrastructure from threats posed by small unmanned aerial systems.

Jan- 2026 -

28 January

Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

A Skydio X2D Small Unmanned Aerial System drone is flown down the flight line at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, Sept. 8, 2023. The SUAS drone, belonging to the 436th Mission Generation Group Continuous Process Improvement office, is used to provide aircraft over-the-wing and tail inspection capabilities, support facility inspections for the 436th Civil Engineer Squadron and situational awareness support for the 436th Security Forces Squadron and emergency management personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Roland Balik)

Rojoef Manuel

Pentagon Watchdog Warns Unclear Anti-Drone Rules Leave US Bases Exposed

A US Department of Defense paper has warned that unclear and inconsistent policies are leaving some American military installations vulnerable to drone incursions.

19 January

Americas

Staff Writer With AFP

Trump Admin Orders 1,500 Troops to Prepare for Possible Minnesota Deployment

The Pentagon has ordered 1,500 US soldiers to prepare for a possible deployment to a state roiled by unrest over an immigration crackdown.

14 January

Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

Rojoef Manuel

Pentagon Task Force Awards First Replicator 2 Contract for Anti-Drone Systems

The US Department of Defense’s Joint Interagency Task Force 401 has made its first acquisition under the Replicator 2 initiative.

14 January

Americas

A soldier uses a handheld device to employ artificial intelligence for data analysis to guide rapid planning and execution of tactical-level operations

Christine Casimiro

Pentagon Goes ‘AI-First’ to Accelerate US Warfighting Dominance

The Pentagon has launched a new artificial intelligence strategy aimed at cementing US leadership in military AI and pushing advanced capabilities into real-world operations faster.

7 January

Air

Bea Castañeda

Uncovering the JASSM: Stealth, Precision, and Autonomy

This guide explains JASSM, uncovering its design, stealth features, range, and role in modern air combat.

7 January

Air

A U.S. Air Force F-15EX Eagle II flies over the Gulf of America, September 16, 2025. The F-15EX, from the 40th Flight Test Squadron at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, is one of the first F-15EXs in the Air Force, and is going through developmental and operational test series at Eglin to confirm its operational capabilities before it is delivered to the combat Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Jacob Stephens)

Rojoef Manuel

Boeing to Supply F-15s to Israel Under $8.5B Pentagon Deal

The US Department of Defense has awarded Boeing an $8.5-billion contract to provide F-15IA combat aircraft for the Israeli Air Force.

Dec- 2025 -

23 December

Americas

Christine Casimiro

US Congress Moves to Create Pentagon-Led Defense AI Institute

US lawmakers are pushing to speed up the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) across the military to keep America ahead of global rivals.

17 December

Americas

Staff Writer With AFP

Pentagon Prepares Major Military Reorganization Plan: Report

US officials are working on a plan for a reorganization of the military requested by Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth that would reduce four-star generals and consolidate some international command centers, the Washington Post reported on Monday.

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