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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 26m

The U.S. Army bolstered its Space Operations Branch by 600 soldiers, officially creating the branch’s first permanent enlisted cadre. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US Army transfers 600 enlisted soldiers to Space Operations Branch

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 8h

The Army's Operation Jailbreak initiative asked defense companies to hack into each other's autonomous systems and machines, enabling them to communicate. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US Army hackathon sets backdrop for an AUSA focused on autonomy

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 8h

As the Department of Defense eyes greater operability in the Arctic, it needs equipment that can operate in temps as low as -50 degrees Fahrenheit. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US Army, Navy research labs team up to combat Arctic cold

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 9h

Medical professionals use the data to monitor soldiers' cognitive health throughout their military careers, allowing them to spot significant changes. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

97% of US soldiers complete brain health assessment

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 10h

The service’s decades-old Hometown Recruiter Assistance Program has been suspended, Lt. Gen. Johnny Davis confirmed. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US Army suspends longtime hometown recruiter assistance program, faces cancellation

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 11h

Anduril founder and co-leader of the newly formed Project Meridian gave a sneak peek into what he sees as the future of war. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Anduril’s Palmer Luckey envisions missiles made in car factories, underground battles

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12h

Anduril Industries received an Army contract worth up to $1.8 billion to continue expanding the service's Next Generation Command and Control. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Anduril awarded contract to expand US Army’s next-gen battlefield command system

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 13h

The U.S. Army's Futures and Concepts Command has been redesignated as U.S. Army Futures and Autonomous Systems, the service's top officer announced. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

LaNeve to industry: ‘We are not walking away from modernization’

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 13h

The weapons include the long-awaited Multi-Domain Artillery Cannon System and a High-Power Microwave. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

BAE Systems unveils new layered air-defense system

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 14h

At Fort Bragg in August, Army soldiers tested how unmanned systems could help troops breach obstacles while reducing their exposure to battlefield hazards. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

How autonomous weapons are changing the way brigades fight

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 15h

Rivet's CEO envisions a world where a soldier commands an AI agent, and the AI agent commands the robots and drones. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Startup wants US soldiers to command AI agents through its smart glasses

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 15h

The Army is nearing decisions on changes to make to its own emergency stockpiles. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Army eyes changes to emergency war gear stocks amid review

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 16h

The first directed energy weapon selected by the U.S. Army could be out of testing and ready for counter-drone operations by early 2028. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US Army targets 2028 for first high-energy laser counter-drone weapons

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 16h

The interceptor family was built to address threats across the air-and-missile defense spectrum, while aiming to come at a fraction of the cost of others. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Anduril reveals family of surface-to-air interceptor missiles

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 16h

“If we were to go forward with exploring any kind of production in Germany, we would likely do that with a company like Diehl,” a Lockheed executive said. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Lockheed eyes fresh PAC-3 interceptor production options for Ukraine, Europe

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 17h

General Dynamics Land Systems is showcasing a 1/8 model of the Wolf XM30, the company’s candidate to replace the M2 Bradley at AUSA this week. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

General Dynamics showcases Wolf XM30, new counter-drone systems at AUSA

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 17h

An Oct. 1 memo directs the Army vice chief of staff to establish the U.S. Army Futures and Autonomous Systems Command, or FASCOM. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US Army to stand up command for unmanned and autonomous warfare

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 18h

American Rheinmetall announced the delivery of its Lynx XM30 prototype to the Army in September. A month later, soldiers are getting their hands on it. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

The Lynx XM30 is making its case to be the US Army’s Bradley replacement

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 18h

The company is exploring offering different suppressors that maximize blowback reduction during training and signature masking in combat. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Different suppressors for training, combat? Sig Sauer offers new way to reduce toxic fumes

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 19h

Survival in Alaska’s vast wilderness presents its own difficulties. Training soldiers to fight in these environs is an undertaking even more daunting. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

With the cold breed: For soldiers of the 11th Airborne Division, ‘winter is always coming’

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 20h

As the Army builds out its logistics capability in Korea, it’s investing in manufacturing to supply local forces — and troops across the Pacific region. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US Army aspires to create Indo-Pacific manufacturing hub in Korea

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 22h

A heavy-duty quadcopter carrying Sig Sauer’s new M250 light machine gun has completed a test requiring it to identify and engage targets from the air. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Drone carrying M250 machine gun completes firing test

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Panamanian service members have trained, lived — and in some cases, fought — in the jungle. Now, they are teaching U.S. service members. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

The US Army is back in the jungle. Panamanians are showing soldiers the way.

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Catholics serving in the U.S. Army should not participate in the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan, a prominent U.S. archbishop said. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Catholics in US Army must not participate in firing squad, prominent archbishop says

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

The defense firm formerly known as Elbit America introduced Primex, a headset designed with night vision and augmented reality capabilities. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Twenty-Six Defense unveils new soldier-worn tech

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

We’re on the ground at #AUSA2026! From cutting-edge tech to the latest innovations from industry, we’re showing you the coolest things from the show floor.

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

As experts in autonomous warfare, U.S. Army robotics technicians will advise commanders on how best to deploy autonomous systems during operations. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US Army creates robotics technician job to focus on drone warfare

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

The defense giant unveiled the PAC-3 Edge this Friday and debuted it at the Association of the U.S. Army’s annual meeting on Monday. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Lockheed’s New PAC-3 Edge interceptor aims for agility

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Nomad 100 fast pack fits four aircraft, mission-command software, power, communications and sustainment equipment inside one standard shipping container. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Sikorsky packs 4 Nomad drones into a single shipping container

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Sgt. Xavier Jones, SSgt. Kalob Mitchell and Spc. Nicholas Cabo were awarded Purple Hearts after a missile attack on Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

3 US soldiers awarded Purple Hearts after missile attack on Saudi Arabia base

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

U.S. Army innovation and acquisition is entering unprecedented territory. Army Under Secretary Mike Obadal (left) is at the center of these efforts. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

‘Noticeable shift in warfare’: US Army under secretary on the lessons of modern combat

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Soldiers slog through punishing terrain in the Green Mile, the grueling finale of the Army's jungle school in Panama. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Mangroves and mud: Inside the Army jungle school’s notorious ‘Green Mile’

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Adam Telle enlisted the Old Testament to preach a message of simplicity of purpose on Monday in his first public speech to troops since assuming the role. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

‘We’ve drowned ourselves in buzzwords:’ Acting US Army secretary gives sermon-like first speech

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

GM Defense announced on Monday that the Army has expanded orders for the Infantry Squad Vehicle from the initial 649 to nearly 12,000. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US Army, GM Defense agree to add 12,000 Infantry Squad Vehicles to fleet

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

The company said the new kit updates the legacy system to better accommodate night-vision and thermal scopes. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

FN America unveils M240 upgrade kit for modern optics

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Once a threat is detected, the new Guardian 3 interceptors are immediately launched toward it. They strike using advanced AI and navigational systems. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Powerus unveils fully autonomous drone interceptors

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Once a threat is detected, the new Guardian 3 interceptors are immediately launched toward it. They strike using advanced AI and navigational systems. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Forterra introduced its new OASIS-OneLink platform that allows operators and service members to control autonomous systems using a single user interface. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

One user interface, multiple autonomous systems: Forterra debuts OASIS-OneLink technology

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Deliveries of some U.S. weapons systems to Poland are set to be delayed, including interceptors for the Patriot air defense system. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Patriot interceptor deliveries to Poland will be delayed, top general says

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

The 101st Combat Aviation Brigade recently completed the Army’s first-ever helicopter test flights using the Advanced Inflight Relief Universal System. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US Army helicopter pilots test new in-flight ‘relief’ system

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

The U.S. Army has taken delivery of its first Korean-made mobile tactical cannon less than a year after first issuing a solicitation. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US Army gets first mobile cannon to replace M777 howitzer, officials say

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Executives from both companies say they’re scaling up production of systems that reflect “the realities of how warfighters will employ them.” 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Vector, Nammo expand push to mass-produce armed drones

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

The U.S. Army recently awarded $43 million to Kaizen Laboratories to create application software for highly sensitive military material. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US Army, Kaizen Laboratories to establish common software platform for classified material

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Lockheed Martin said PAC-3 Edge incorporates a new seeker, upgraded flight controls and a multi-pulse rocket motor supplied by Northrop Grumman. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Lockheed Martin unveils PAC-3 Edge interceptor designed to counter hypersonic threats

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

The contract "supports urgent replenishment of missile defense inventory that has been successfully used in combat," Raytheon said. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Pentagon, Raytheon sign $6.3B deal to replenish US missile interceptor supply

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

The exhumations will begin with the disinterment of eight caskets from the National Cemetery of the Pacific, known as the “Punchbowl,” on Dec. 7, 2026. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

‘Unknown’ sailors and Marines from the battleship Arizona to be disinterred Dec. 7

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Three soldiers sprang into action when a highway crash in Washington turned into a knife attack on two children. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Soldiers intervene on roadside to save children from alleged knife attack

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Bases in Florida and Mississippi have evacuated their aircraft and personnel in anticipation of Hurricane Isaias hitting the area beginning Friday night. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Air Force bases along Gulf Coast relocate aircraft ahead of Hurricane Isaias

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

If carried out as planned, death penalty experts said it would mark the first known broadcast or livestream of a lawful execution. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

How the US military plan to livestream an execution compares with global practice

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Military Times @militarytimes.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Military spouses are having issues accessing their own medical records as well as their children's. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Patients struggle to access MHS following changes to login process

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