US President Donald Trump has authorized Ukraine to launch long-range strikes on Russian territory, as announced by special envoy for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg.
The American military has fallen short of its goals for deploying thousands of advanced drones, encountering difficulties in utilizing these systems. The Pentagon is transferring efforts to a new, secretive military group to accelerate the plan's implementation.
The US State Department has approved the sale of 400 AIM-120D-3 air-to-air missiles to Germany. The deal, including ancillary equipment and services, is valued at $1.23 billion.
A Russian fighter jet flew over a German Navy frigate in the Baltic Sea, which German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius called a provocation. He compared the incident to recent Russian violations of Polish and Estonian airspace.
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth condemned Russia's invasion of NATO airspace, declaring US solidarity with Estonia. Three Russian MiG-31s violated Estonian airspace on September 19.
Donald Trump stated that he would provide assistance in defending Poland and the Baltic states if Russia continues its escalation. This statement came amid the absence of US guarantees regarding the retention of troops in the Baltics and the reduction of Pentagon programs.
The US is reducing supplies of some types of weapons to Europe due to a shortage of Patriot missiles and changing priorities. The Pentagon has reported a shortage of some types of weapons and is blocking new requests from Europe.
The Pentagon is introducing new rules for journalists: they will be able to access information only if it is approved by the U. S. government. This rule will come into effect within the next two to three weeks.
A high-ranking French military-space official has reported an increase in hostile activity in space, particularly from Russia, reflecting conflicts on Earth. Western countries note the rapid development of China's space programs and the increasing number of anti-satellite weapons in orbit.
Donald Trump has stated his desire to keep Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan, which the US handed over to Afghan forces in July 2021. He considers the withdrawal of troops from the base a mistake by the Biden administration.
U. S. Space Force General Michael Guetlein has completed the plan for the 'Golden Dome' missile defense program. The Pentagon refuses to disclose details regarding its scale or cost, citing operational security.
Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell confirmed the participation of American military personnel in the Russian-Belarusian exercises "Zapad-2025" in Belarus. This visit took place as part of a "distinguished visitors day" and is a sign of warming relations between Washington and Belarus.
Increased military spending by NATO countries could lead to an additional 1320 million tons of planet-warming emissions. This is equivalent to Brazil's annual greenhouse gas emissions.
The US successfully launched 21 satellites, which is the first step towards creating a new missile defense system. This network of cheap low-orbiting spacecraft will provide global missile tracking and improve NATO's tactical communication.
The US House of Representatives has approved an $892. 6 billion defense bill that includes a pay raise for service members. The document also includes bans that restrict the rights of transgender service members.
On September 11, 2001, 19 Al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked four planes, directing them at the Twin Towers, the Pentagon, and a field in Pennsylvania. 2,977 people died, which led to a radical rethinking of airport security systems worldwide.
September 11 marks "No News Is Good News" Day and Library Remembrance Day. It is also the World Day Against Terrorism, associated with the events of September 11, 2001.
The United States and Ukraine are negotiating a $100 billion deal for the acquisition of American weapons. The agreement involves the exchange of intellectual property for advanced Ukrainian systems.
The US plans to transfer the first batch of 10 ERAM missiles to Ukraine in October. In total, Ukraine can purchase up to 3350 such missiles.
US President Donald Trump will sign an executive order to transform the Department of Defense into the Department of War. This name change, which will be secondary to the current one, is intended to solidify it permanently.
The United States is considering leading the monitoring of a buffer zone in Ukraine as part of a peace agreement with Russia. This demilitarized territory would be controlled using drones and satellites, without the involvement of American military personnel.
US President Donald Trump will make a statement at 11:00 PM Kyiv time. He is likely to sign an executive order renaming the Ministry of Defense to the Ministry of War.
The Pentagon called the maneuver of Venezuelan fighter jets over an American ship in the Caribbean Sea a "provocation. " This incident occurred against the backdrop of increased US military presence in the region to combat drug trafficking.
On September 5, US President Donald Trump will sign an executive order changing the name of the Department of Defense to the Department of War. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will officially be referred to as the Secretary of War.
The Trump administration announced the curtailment of Pentagon programs for training and equipping the armies of Eastern European countries bordering Russia. This decision is intended to force European allies to bear a larger share of the costs of their own defense.
Donald Trump officially stated that the headquarters of the US Space Forces will move to Huntsville, Alabama. He noted that he had planned this during his first term, but the Biden administration placed it in Colorado.
US President Donald Trump will make an "exciting announcement" related to the Pentagon. The statement will be made from the Oval Office at 2:00 PM Washington time.
US TNT reserves have significantly decreased due to the closure of the last plant in the 1980s and the cessation of exports from Russia and China. The Pentagon is building a new plant in Kentucky worth $435 million, which will become operational in 2028.
The Trump administration is developing plans to rename the Department of Defense to the Department of War. This idea has been discussed since the first weeks of Trump's second term.
European leaders are considering the creation of a 40-kilometer buffer zone as part of a peace agreement, but Kyiv may not agree. The US is not participating in these discussions, and NATO countries are looking for solutions for a fragile peace.
