Having eyes on the battlefield can mean the difference between hitting the right or wrong target, or even hitting the target at all, which is why U.S. special operators are looking to upgrade a host of optics items. The Pentagon IG wants defined measures for soldier acceptance before next test. About $2.1 million-worth of thermal scopes, night vision goggles and military radios were stolen from Fort Hood, federal agents say. Each team must operate independently, providing their own medical, communications and logistics needs. The Department of Defense is overhauling how it keeps track of its guns and explosives. The drone will help soldiers check terrain and identify hazards. First, it goes to close combat forces. The weapon can activate and self-destruct on a timed basis. The Corps plans to buy and field 16 battalion-sized systems, starting in 2023. The Naval Academy's Class of 2021 president shared the news Tuesday. Load More