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Bureaucratic confusion leaves DOD sites exposed to drones, DOD IG says
Major military installations in the U.S. are unprotected from drone attacks, despite policies that mandate otherwise, a Pentagon watchdog report warns.
By Michael Peck
Pentagon forms new task force to fast-track counter-drone capabilities
The creation of the new task force also puts an end to the Joint Counter-small UAS Office, which was formed in 2019 and led by the Army.
By Jen Judson
Fort Rucker launches its first-ever advanced drone training course
The course includes simulator time, flight training and 3D printing repair techniques.
By Todd South
Army poised to expand role in homeland defense, commander says
U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command is preparing to open the aperture of its role in defense of the homeland as threats evolve and grow.
By Jen Judson
Army to grow air defense force by 30%
The Army will add new Patriot battalions, Indirect Fire Protection Capability battalions and counter-drone batteries to the mix.
By Jen Judson
Project Flytrap shows there’s no ‘silver bullet’ for countering drones
Project Flytrap saw U.S. military personnel, partner nation military and industry representatives come together to help counter the threats posed by UAS.
By Todd South
From drone delivery to transfusions, blood plays vital combat role
Mass casualty events are expected to be the norm in future combat. Blood supplies will be vital to keeping soldiers in the fight.
By Todd South
10 soldiers receive Purple Heart for 2024 drone attack at Tower 22
Three Army reservists were killed and at least 40 other troops were injured in the drone attack.
By Todd South
Houthi rebels have shot down 7 US Reaper drones in recent weeks
It's a loss of aircraft worth more than $200 million in what is becoming the most dramatic cost to the Pentagon of the military campaign against the group.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Marine Corps introduces drone attack team
The Marine Corps created the team in response to the rising use of unmanned aerial vehicles in international conflicts.
By Riley Ceder
Why Navy destroyers are being sent to the southern border mission
The Pentagon made waves Monday when it announced the deployment of the Arleigh-Burke class destroyer Gravely to patrol near the southern border.
By Zita Ballinger Fletcher