Military

This episode's weapon of the week is an A-UGV, a vehicle that can help the Marines fight while also protecting their forces.

A-UGVs give Marines an advantage on the battlefield: Weapon of the week

Ukraine is mostly on defensive in its war against Russia. Without enough artillery, drones are once again fulfilling a critical need.

Ukraine and Russia now strapping shrapnel mines to drones

President Biden will host Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for a White House summit next month, amid rising concerns over North Korea’s nuclear program and Chinese actions in the South China Sea. White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre announced the first-ever U.S.-Japan-Philippines leaders’ summit, underscoring the growing economic ties between the nations.

Biden to host US-Japan-Philippines summit amid North Korea tensions

SpaceX and the European Space Agency recently signed an agreement for two launches next year, each carrying two Galileo satellites, Javier Benedicto, the agency's director of navigation said. The agreement calls for the satellites to be launched on SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket from the U.S., he added.

China claims US is threatening global security amid ‘spy satellites’ report

Early Monday, March 18, with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Seoul attending a democracy conference, North Korea resumed its missile testing after two months by launching several short-range ballistic missiles into its eastern seas. This move follows closely on the heels of a joint 11-day military drill between South Korea and the U.S., which Pyongyang has repeatedly condemned as a rehearsal for invasion.

North Korea fires short-range missiles as Blinken visits Seoul

The U.S. State Department’s first charter flight from Haiti, carrying over 30 Americans fleeing escalating gang violence, landed in Miami on Sunday. This evacuation comes in the wake of the U.S. Embassy in Haiti’s urgent recommendation for Americans to depart from the country, which is currently grappling with severe gang violence and a vacuum of leadership, culminating in the closure of its main airport.

US citizens fleeing Haiti gang violence land in Miami

With a landslide victory in an election without real competition, Russian President Vladimir Putin secures another term in power. And, following a downturn during the pandemic, marriage rates in the U.S. are on the rise.

Vladimir Putin wins Russian presidential election, 6 more years in power

Russia’s state-owned RIA Novosti news agency reported the Houthi militants in Yemen are now in possession of hypersonic missiles.

Do the Houthis really have hypersonic missiles now?

A ruling is expected Friday, March 15, concerning the Georgia D.A. in former President Trump's election interference case. And, SpaceX's Starship rocket successfully launches into orbit but faces issues on its return to Earth. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, March 15, 2024.

Judge to rule on motion to disqualify Fulton County DA Fani Willis

It’s budget planning time in Washington. That means it’s time for the Pentagon to submit its request for money from the American taxpayers.

How the Department of Defense’s $850 billion budget breaks down

The U.S. Air Force is working with General Atomics on a new unmanned jet known as the QX-67A, which may change combat forever.

The future of unmanned combat air vehicles, XQ-67A unveiled

As tensions and civil unrest escalate in Haiti, the United States has heightened its security measures by deploying an additional team of Marines to the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince. This action comes in the wake of the turmoil that led to the resignation of Acting Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry, after a series of intense anti-government protests and violence swept through the nation.

US deploys Marines to embassy in Haiti amid rising unrest

Just days before Russia’s presidential election, in which Vladimir Putin is widely expected to secure another six years in power, the Russian president has declared the country’s readiness to deploy nuclear weapons if its statehood, sovereignty, or independence are threatened. In an interview aired today on Russia’s state television, Putin issued a warning to the United States, stating that sending troops to Ukraine would be perceived as a significant escalation.

Putin says Russia is ready to use nuclear weapons if threatened

President Biden and former President Trump clinch their parties' nominations, setting up a rematch for the White House, and a rocket explodes in Japan just seconds after liftoff. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, March 13, 2024.

Biden, Trump set for historic presidential rematch after clinching nominations

In this Weapons and Warfare, the Air Force is trying to find and keep the best IT talent to defend against Russia and China's cyber attacks.

US Air Force finding best cyber talent to use as defense: Weapons and Warfare

Weapons and Warfare's weapon of the week is the AFRL's Paladin Drone Interceptor, which has both offensive and defensive capabilities.

AFRL drone interceptor is both offensive and defensive: Weapon of the week

The U.S. Air Force is developing a warrant officer program to attract IT specialists as warfare begins to move into the cyber world.

Air Force bringing back a centuries-old rank to attract cyber, IT experts

The Pentagon announced it will be sending $300 million in aid to Ukraine, as funding from Congress remains stalled.

Pentagon announces $300 million in military aid to Ukraine

Stratolaunch announced it successfully tested a hypersonic vehicle in flight, with the help of the world's largest plane.

Stratolaunch announces first successful hypersonic vehicle flight

U.S. intelligence officials warn of threats at home and abroad. And, changes are coming for groceries with that 'Made in the USA' label.

U.S. intelligence chiefs warn of threats at border, abroad

Israel is getting ready to take the fight to Hezbollah. Meanwhile, the USAV Besson is on its way to start building a pier near Gaza.

Israel taking fight to Hezbollah, US sends troops to build pier in Gaza

Russia production of munitions is outpacing Ukraine and its allies at a pivotal time.

Russia munitions outmatch Ukraine and allies as funding remains stalled

US Embassy personnel airlifted from Haiti amid state of emergency due to gang violence

The Muslim holy month of Ramadan begins with no signs of a cease-fire in the war of Gaza. And news agencies are pulling an image of the Royal Family, claiming it has been altered. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, March 11, 2024.

No cease-fire deal reached in Gaza as Ramadan begins