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[Mike1976]

Modernized Minuteman III nuclear missiles to remain backbone of US strike force until 2050

Modernized Minuteman III nuclear missiles to remain backbone of US strike force until 2050

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[Mike1976]

US Air Forces receives 9th Bombardier Global jet to strengthen battlefield connectivity

The U.S. Air Force received its ninth E-11A Bombardier Global jet, expanding its “Wi-Fi in the sky” fleet to boost battlefield connectivity and coordination.

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[Mike1976]

A-29 Super Tucano Acquisition By SNC Marks Unique Step To Shorten Foreign Military Sales Training Cycle

Brazil’s Embraer sold an A-29 aircraft to Sierra Nevada, a deal set to accelerate U.S. Air Force pilot training and cut months from readiness timelines.

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[Mike1976]

U.S. Boeing selects Palantir AI to speed weapons output and strengthen defense programs

Boeing is deploying Palantir’s AI software to defense factories, aiming to boost production speed, reduce delays, and strengthen U.S. military readiness.

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[Mike1976]

U.S. Department of War awards Sikorsky $10.3B contract for 92 CH-53K Marine helicopters

The U.S. Department of War awarded Sikorsky a $10.3B contract for 92 CH-53K Marine helicopters, boosting U.S. airlift capacity and defense readiness.

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[Mike1976]

U.S. Army enhances anti-tank firepower with $271M Raytheon TOW missile production deal

The U.S. Army awarded Raytheon $271M to produce TOW anti-tank missiles in Arizona, ensuring supply as global conflicts drive higher demand.

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[Mike1976]

U.S. Central Command stands up rapid innovation unit to deliver combat tech to troops in 60 days

CENTCOM launched a Rapid Task Force to deliver counter-drone tools and combat tech to U.S. forces within 60 days, boosting troop safety and readiness.

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[Mike1976]

U.S. Army Awards $51M Contract for New Humvees to Expand Mobility Fleet

U.S. Army Awards $51M Contract for New Humvees to Expand Mobility Fleet

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[Mike1976]

US Army Strengthens Missile Shield with RTX $1.7B LTAMDS Radar Contract

US Army Strengthens Missile Shield with RTX $1.7B LTAMDS Radar Contract

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[Mike1976]

US Army orders more Bradley M2A4 fighting vehicles before future XM30 enters service

US Army orders more Bradley M2A4 fighting vehicles before future XM30 enters service

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[Mike1976]

Lockheed Martin and Pentagon finalize F-35 deal for up to 296 new fighter jets

Lockheed Martin and the Pentagon sealed a deal for up to 296 new F-35 jets, boosting U.S. airpower and strengthening alliances worldwide.

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[Mike1976]

U.S. awards $18.85 Million to Northrop Grumman for vehicle-launched anti-tank mine canisters

U.S. Department of War awarded Northrop Grumman $18.85M for M136 Volcano vehicle-launched anti-tank canisters, boosting mobile terrain-denial capacity

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[Mike1976]

US Department of War Urges Missile Contractors to Double Output for Possible China Conflict

U.S. Defense Department seeks a 2–4× surge in missile production to rebuild stockpiles and deter China, spotlighting supply-chain bottlenecks and labor gaps.

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[Mike1976]

Pentagon Awards Raytheon $5.04B Army Contract for Coyote Counter-UAS and KuRFS radars

The Pentagon awarded Raytheon a $5.04B Army contract for Coyote counter-UAS and KuRFS radars through 2033, signaling long-term demand for drone defense.

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[haze99]

US Forces Korea

https://www.cnn.com/2025/09/30/asia/us-air-force-reaper-drones-south-korea-intl-hnk-ml

WWII unit reactivated.

 

[Hiryu2.0]

Assuring the Security of the State of Qatar

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, and in recognition of the enduring alliance

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Trump publishes EO: US Military will defend Qatar in the event of an attack from another country​

 

[Hiryu2.0]

https://www.war.gov/News/Transcripts/Transcript/Article/4318689/secretary-of-war-pete-hegseth-addresses-general-and-flag-officers-at-quantico-v/

 

[Mike1976]

Assuring the Security of the State of Qatar

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, and in recognition of the enduring alliance

www.whitehouse.gov

Trump publishes EO: US Military will defend Qatar in the event of an attack from another country​

They should ask Ukraine how much a security guarantee from the US is worth

 

[Redav]

Could US Iowa-class battleships really return to service after Trump’s surprise remarks?.

1 Oct, 2025 - 8:49
Naval News Navy 2025

On September 30, 2025, President Donald Trump told more than 800 generals, admirals, and senior officials at Marine Corps Base Quantico that his administration is actively considering bringing back battleships. He cited $31 billion in tariff revenue as a possible funding source and highlighted the Iowa-class for their six-inch (15 cm) armor, arguing they were tougher than modern aluminum-built warships. Trump also repeated his view that battleship shells are cheaper than missiles and recalled World War II-era fleets of armored giants, declaring that “nothing could stop them.”

Could US Iowa-class battleships really return to service after Trump’s surprise remarks?

Trump’s surprise remarks at Quantico revived debate on Iowa-class battleships, citing $31B tariffs, armor strength, and shells cheaper than missiles.

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Thoughts on this?

 

[skaw]

Can we keep our fax machines in Germany, too?

On the other hand...

Is a slow and bulky battleship able to defend itself in a modern naval surface warfare? Would it have to be defended like in a carrier group? Would it's offensive capabilities justify such a "carrier group"?

Has naval surface warfare changed dramatically since the decommission of the battleships? Genuine questions here...would really like to know.