Department of Defense
HIMARS to Helmets—Here's Exactly What U.S. Has Sent Ukraine
The U.S. has sent $9.1 billion in military assistance to Ukraine since the Russian invasion.
U.S. Sending Ukraine More HIMARS Missiles in Massive Defense Package
The Department of Defense announced the $1B package just days after Russia said its troops destroyed HIMARS.
Putin Finds Scapegoat in U.S. HIMARS, Builds Case for War With West
Russia's president accused the U.S. of being directly involved in the Ukraine war by providing military aid.
U.S. Says Russia Not 'Stalled' in East Ukraine, but 'Refitting, Refreshing'
"There's a lot of activity and all of it's happening in real time," National Security Council Strategic Communications Coordinator John Kirby told reporters.
The U.S. Military is Going Woke Thanks to 'Elite' Education
Recruitment problems are a symptom of the failure to educate and cultivate genuine military leaders.
Pentagon Outlines Strategy to Counter China After Beijing Aerial Aggression
A top Biden administration official has explained how the U.S. plans to contain Chinese aggression in the Pacific in coordination with American allies.
U.S. Has Faced 'Dozens' of Dangerous Events With China in 2022: DoD
Risky and unsafe actions by Chinese forces in the South China Sea have reportedly been escalating over the last five years.
Naval Academy Accused of Teaching CRT, Sued For Records
"Marxist Critical Race Theory and its racial division have no place in the Naval Academy," Judicial Watch President Tom Fitton said in a statement.
Lockheed Martin Sees Spike in Demand for HIMARS Used in Ukraine
The global security and aerospace company cited HIMARS as one of the missile systems "primarily attributable" for its second-quarter profit boost.
Ukraine HIMARS Destroy More Than 100 'High Value' Russian Targets: Official
A senior U.S. defense official told reporters that Russia's "capabilities are getting dumber."
Russia's Failing to Destroy Any U.S. HIMARS Systems: Pentagon
"To date, those systems have not been eliminated by the Russians, and I knock on wood every time I say something like that," said General Mark Milley.
More HIMARS Heading to Front Lines After Ukraine Praises U.S. Weaponry
Ukrainian officials have said that the rocket systems have been instrumental in its defenses against Russia's military.
U.S. Rockets Having Significant Impact On Front Lines in Ukraine: Pentagon
Kyiv has claimed battlefield success from using the High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS).
Ernst, Manchin Seek to End U.S. Dependence on China for Defense Materials
"It doesn't make sense that we should rely on folks like China and others for our own national security interests," Republican Senator Joni Ernst told Newsweek.
Russian Army's Lack of Breaks a 'Damaging' Issue for Force, U.K. Claims
The British Defense Ministry highlighted a report that surfaced claiming that Russian wives were begging for "exhausted" soldiers to be returned home.
Michael Flynn Should Lose Pension Over Emoluments Violations: Rep. Gallego
"Traitors don't get pensions from the government they try to overthrow," tweeted Ruben Gallego, an Iraq War veteran, on Saturday.
Pentagon Sending More Assistance for Ukraine; Total Hits $6.9 Billion
The Defense Department announced more missile systems and ammunition are being provided to Ukraine.
GOP Sen. Tuberville Calls for Clean Nuclear Energy to Beat China, Russia
"There is enough thorium in the United States alone to power the country at its current energy level for over 1,000 years," expert says.
Ukraine Lessons Should Be 'Soaking in' for China: U.S. Official
Pentagon defense planner Colin Kahl says China remains the No. 1 challenge for the United States, despite the "acute" threat of Russia.
Lloyd Austin to Meet Chinese Defense Minister: Four Things on the Agenda
Both defense heads are scheduled to deliver major speeches at the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue defense summit, which kicks off in Singapore this Friday.
U.S. Isn't Dictating Ukraine's Terms for Peace Deal With Russia: Pentagon
"This is Ukraine's fight. It's not the United States' fight," said Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin.
Trump 2024 Bid 'Would Concern Me' on National Security Front: Robert Gates
The former defense secretary's comments follow publication of a book by Mark Esper describing troubling moments during Trump's presidency.
U.S. Government Doesn't Want to 'Cover Up' UFO Activity: Official
During a congressional hearing on UFOs, the Defense Department's under secretary for intelligence said transparency was the objective.
U.S. Military Has Had 11 'Near Misses' With Unidentified Objects: Official
U.S. intelligence officials testified on Tuesday before the House Intelligence Committee to answer questions about UFOs and UAPs.
Putin's Superior Air Force Is Failing Him in Ukraine
"Zelensky doesn't really need a no-fly zone," an expert told Newsweek when discussing Russia's failure to establish air superiority in Ukraine.
Putin Has a Military Rebellion Problem on His Hands, Reports Say
"There are good reasons for low morale on the Russian side," an expert told Newsweek. "The war isn't going well."
Michael Flynn Complains as DoD Seeks $38k He Received From Russia
The retired lieutenant general was paid by the state-controlled Russia Today to attend a gala alongside Vladimir Putin in 2015.
Putin's Crippled Economy Threatens Ability to Rebuild Weakened Military
An official with the Department of Defense said economic sanctions were "having a bite" on Russia's ability to replace stocks in its defense industrial base.
U.S. Updates Taiwan 'Fact Sheet' After China's Misinterpretations
While U.S. Taiwan policy remains unchanged, the update appears to remove some commonly misinterpreted elements of Washington's official position.
Putin's Military Officers Refusing to Obey Orders in Ukraine: U.S. Official
A senior Department of Defense official characterized the Russian leadership on the ground as not being sound or in control.