Next-generation destroyers to pack more missiles, energy weaponsThe Navy is requesting $133.5 million to research and develop the new destroyer in fiscal 2026, with the goal of procuring the first in the early 2030s.By Zita Ballinger Fletcher30 hours ago
Proposed Senate defense bill would add $500M in long-term Ukraine aidThe Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative is one of two main ways the Pentagon has provided military support to Ukraine over the last three years.By Noah Robertson7 days ago
US is selling weapons to NATO allies to give to Ukraine, Trump saysAfter a pause in some weapons shipment, U.S. officials said this week that 155 mm munitions and precision-guided rockets were on their way.By Illia Novikov, AP7 days ago
House passes Trump megabill with $150 billion in military fundingThe bill includes $150 billion for the Pentagon, earmarked for shipbuilding, the Golden Dome and restocking precision weapons, among other priorities.By Noah Robertson2 weeks ago
OpinionValor may not expire, but award recognition should have limitsOpinion: The Valor Has No Expiration Act ignores why limitations on valor awards like the Medal of Honor matter. By Dwight S. Mears3 weeks ago
Navy budget seeks to boost modernization of fleet, shipyardsThe Navy intends to use some of the funds to increase its fleet of warships by 19 and modernize century-old shipyards.By Zita Ballinger Fletcher3 weeks ago