UN experts say North Korea missile landed in Kharkiv

UN experts say North Korea missile landed in Kharkiv

"...In the report, the monitors concluded that the debris was from a Hwasong-11 series missile and is in violation of the arms embargo on North Korea... which has been under U.N. sanctions since 2006 over its ballistic missile and nuclear programs. In their report, the monitors say they (quote) "could not independently identify from where the missile was launched, nor by whom." Information about the missile’s trajectory - supplied by Ukraine - suggests the missile was launched from Russia, the report says. ..."

Reference: www.yahoo.com .

U.S. to rush Patriot missiles to Ukraine as part of $6B aid package

U.S. to rush Patriot missiles to Ukraine as part of $6B aid package

"...The Pentagon says it would "rush" additional Patriot missiles for Ukraine as part of a new $6B military aid package to shore up the country's defense capabilities against Russia.

The announcement came days after U.S. President Joe Biden signed into law a $95B foreign aid bill that also allotted roughly $61B for Ukraine to counter Russia's over-two-year-long invasion. ..."

Reference: seekingalpha.com .

See the UK destroyer crew that scored the Royal Navy's first missile kill since the Gulf War

See the UK destroyer crew that scored the Royal Navy's first missile kill since the Gulf War

"...The HMS Diamond, a Type 45 destroyer, used its advanced Sea Viper missile interceptors to down the deadly Houthi threat while the warship was protecting a commercial ship in the Gulf of Aden, according to a new report. US Central Command, or CENTCOM, said on Wednesday that a ..."

Reference: www.businessinsider.com .

Biden secretly sent long-range missiles to Ukraine after months of resistance

US secretly sent long-range missiles to Ukraine after months of resistance

"Biden secretly approved the transfer of the long-range ATACMS missiles in February for use inside Ukrainian territory. The ATACMS missiles were then quietly included in the $300 million aid package announced on March 12 and ultimately delivered to Ukraine earlier this month, according to Pentagon spokesman Lt. Col. Garron Garn. ..."

Reference: www.cnn.com .

Finding Quality Veterans for Post Military Employment | Past Nuclear Weapon Personnel Reliability Program (PRP) Members

Executive Services Directorate | Nuclear Weapon Personnel Reliability Program (PRP)

"DoDM 5210.42, Nuclear Weapons Personnel Reliability...PRP is a critical link in nuclear surety. PRP-required screening programs, personnel security investigations (PSIs), and the PRP continuous ...Only those individuals who demonstrate the highest levels of integrity and dependability will be chosen for PRP duties. PRP ensures that each person trusted with U.S. nuclear weapons, NC2 systems and equipment, PCM, and SNM, in accordance with Reference (k), meets the highest levels of reliability. Those trusted with PRP duties have an obligation to report any behavior or circumstance about themselves or others in PRP that may affect reliability or result in an unsafe or insecure condition. c. Only certified personnel will be assigned to designated PRP positions. All PRP positions will be formally designated as either critical or controlled and restricted to the minimum number required to accomplish the mission. Unless required by other PRP duties, the reviewing official need not be designated as a PRP position. Examples "

Reference: www.esd.whs.mil .

Mobile Defense/Depot Platform (MODEP) Concept at Sea Air Space 2024

Mobile Defense/Depot Platform (MODEP) Concept at Sea Air Space 2024

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U.S. Navy To Convert Oil Rigs Into Offshore Military Bases To Counter China In The Pacific

U.S. Navy To Convert Oil Rigs Into Offshore Military Bases To Counter China In The Pacific

"...Rising missile threats in the Pacific, particularly from China, have seemingly prompted the US Navy to launch an innovative yet contentious proposal to convert old oil rigs into mobile missile defence and resupply stations.

Gibbs & Cox, a Leidos company, disclosed the initiative at this year’s Sea Air Space expo in Washington, DC.

The Mobile Defense/Depot Platform notion is devised to convert oil platforms into huge..."

Reference: www.marineinsight.com .

Israel used air-to-surface missile called ‘The Rampage’ in Iran attack

Israel used air-to-surface missile called ‘The Rampage’ in Iran attack

"...The Rampage was identified from photos and also matches the extent of the damage caused in the attack.

The 4.7-meter (15-foot) rocket can also travel at supersonic speed, making it difficult to detect and intercept using air defense systems such as the Iron Dome.

Israel has not officially commented on the strike, while Iran has downplayed the incident and insisted that only three small drones — and no missiles — were involved in the attack on Isfahan. ..."

Reference: www.timesofisrael.com .

Israel strikes Iran with "a" missile, U.S. officials say, as Tehran downplays Netanyahu's apparent retaliation

Israel strikes Iran with a missile, U.S. officials say, as Tehran downplays Netanyahu's apparent retaliation

"U.S. officials told CBS News on Thursday night that an Israeli missile had struck Iran. ...The U.S. officials did not provide any information about the location or extent of the Israeli strike...State media and Iranian sources speaking with various news outlets mentioned only small drones flying around a couple sites in the country, without any reference to a missile strike. There were no immediate reports of damage."

Reference: www.cbsnews.com .

Just a Little Noise | Iran Laughs at Israels 'Biden-Lite' Retalliation | A Biden Sissified Weak Response Opens Israel to Continued Attacks

Tehran plays down reported Israeli attacks, signals no retaliation

"...what sources described as an Israeli attack, but Tehran played down the incident...Iranian media and officials described a small number of explosions, which they said resulted from air defences hitting three drones over the city of Isfahan in central Iran. Notably, they referred to the incident as an attack by "infiltrators", rather than by Israel..."

Reference: www.reuters.com .

Lockheed Martin Scores Massive $17 Billon Deal to Upgrade U.S. Missile Defenses from ICBM Attack

Lockheed Martin Scores Massive $17 Billon Deal to Upgrade U.S. Missile Defenses from ICBM Attack

"..."Lockheed Martin is proud to partner with the MDA on a revolutionary interceptor to advance our nation's security. We are committed to delivering reliable interceptors that will seamlessly integrate with the GMD system and can rapidly evolve with the threat," said Sarah Hiza, vice president and general manager of strategic and missile defense at Lockheed Martin. "We stand ready to support our customer for decades to come with a solution capable of protecting the nation from current and future threats."..."

Reference: nationalinterest.org .

What Iran's attack on Israel revealed about its weapons arsenal

What Iran's attack on Israel revealed about its weapons arsenal

"...Iran's Attack on Israel overnight Saturday demonstrated the country’s military might and the advances of its domestic weapons program, analysts said, while also revealing the limitations of its arsenal. ..."

Reference: www.washingtonpost.com .

Biden tells Netanyahu U.S. won't support an Israeli counterattack on Iran

Biden tells Netanyahu U.S. won't support an Israeli counterattack on Iran

"...Iran launched attack drones and missiles against Israel on Saturday night (April 13, 2024) ...President Biden told Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a call on Saturday that the U.S. won't support any Israeli counterattack against Iran..."

Reference: www.axios.com .

Alleged Iranian Launched 'Hypersonic' Missile Hits Israeli F-35 Air Force Base in southern Israel

A resounding strategic failure for Iran

"Out of over 120 ballistic missiles, only a few crossed into Israeli territory, with the rest being intercepted. The ones that impacted targeted the Nevatim F-35 Air Force Base in southern Israel...Iran and its jihadist Middle Eastern axis sustained a resounding strategic defeat in recent hours. The combined Iranian attack on Israel in the early hours of April 14, comprising 170 UAVs, 30 cruise missiles and 120 ballistic missiles—more than 300 aerial threats in total—was successfully intercepted by Israel and partner militaries. "

Reference: www.jns.org .

US helps Israel thwart Iran assault; World awaits Israeli response

US helps Israel thwart Iran assault; World awaits Israeli response

"...U.S. forces overnight in Israel helped its ally thwart a significant aerial assault by Iran, helping to intercept hundreds of Iranian drones and missiles and severely mitigating their damage. ..."

Reference: thehill.com .

Seven year-old Bedouin girl dies from Iranian missile/drone attack

Seven year-old Bedouin girl serious injured from Iranian attack

"...A seven year-old girl in a Bedouin town in southern Israel was wounded by shrapnel that fell from the sky following the interception of an Iranian attack drone over the town where she lived. ..."

Reference: allisrael.com .

Israel-linked ship seized by Iranian Armed Services

Iran confirms Israel-linked ship seized by IRGC Navy near Strait of Hormuz

"...Iran confirms Israel-linked ship seized by IRGC Navy near Strait of Hormuz. Iran's Tasnim news agency says the seizing of the Israeli-linked MSC ARIES container ship was carried out by the IRGC Navy. The vessel was boarded close to the crucial Strait of Hormuz. ..."

Reference: www.timesofisrael.com .

US Sees Imminent Missile Strike on Israel by Iran, Proxies

US Sees Imminent Missile Strike on Israel by Iran, Proxies

"The US and its allies believe major missile or drone strikes by Iran or its proxies against military and government targets in Israel are imminent, in what would mark a significant widening of the six-month-old conflict, according to people familiar with the intelligence.

The potential assault, possibly using high-precision missiles, may happen in the coming days, the people said, requesting anonymity ..."

Reference: www.bloomberg.com .

U.S. announces $138 million in emergency military sales of Hawk missile systems support for Ukraine

U.S. announces $138 million in emergency military sales of Hawk missile systems support for Ukraine

"...The State Department has greenlighted an emergency $138 million in foreign military sales for Ukraine to provide critical repairs and spare parts for Kyiv’s Hawk missile systems. The U.S. announced the move Tuesday saying that Ukraine has an urgent need for the maintenance support to keep the missile system running. The announcement follows a similar, small-sized round of $300 million in munitions support the Pentagon announced last month ..."

Reference: apnews.com .

Red Sea crisis: US destroys anti-ship ballistic missile, 2 drones in Houthi-controlled Yemen

Red Sea crisis: US destroys anti-ship ballistic missile, 2 drones in Houthi-controlled Yemen

"...The US military has destroyed one inbound anti-ship ballistic missile and two drones launched by Iranian-backed Houthis from Yemen toward the Red Sea. US Central Command said no injuries or damage was reported. “Additionally, during this timeframe, CENTCOM forces destroyed a mobile surface-to-air missile system in Houthi-controlled territory,” it said in a post on X..."

Reference: www.firstpost.com .

US military deploys new JADC2 capability to Middle East

US military deploys new JADC2 capability to Middle East

"U.S. Central Command is using a new Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) product to help pass and digest data amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East..."

Reference: defensescoop.com .

SSC Solicits Feedback On MEO Missile Warning, Ground Operations

SSC Solicits Feedback On MEO Missile Warning, Ground Operations

"U.S. Space Systems Command (SSC) is looking to run two staggered competitions for the space vehicles and ground systems for the second phase of its missile warning/missile tracking layer—a break from the “ground first” approach that has taken over Space Force acquisition. SSC on April 1 released two..."

Reference: aviationweek.com .

Alabama U.S. Space & Rocket Center Gift Shop

Visit our on-campus gift shop during operational hours for exclusive Space Camp gear, collectibles, books, art, patches, pins and more! No tickets are needed to shop, so drop in anytime you need a special gift for visiting friends, coworkers, or family.

Our online gift shop offers worldwide shipping to suit your needs and will conveniently deliver items to your home. Admission and memberships to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center, as well as tickets to movies, INTUITIVE® Planetarium shows, and other events are also available online.

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Israeli military reports killing Hezbollah missile commander

Israeli military reports killing Hezbollah missile commander

"An airstrike in Lebanon "eliminated" a Hezbollah missile unit commander, the Israeli military says. Israel and the Iran-backed group have been trading cross-border fire for months on an almost daily basis. ...The IDF on Friday said it had killed Ali Abed Akhsan Naim, deputy commander of Hezbollah's rocket and missiles unit, in an airstrike in the area of Bazouriyeh in Lebanon.

Hezbollah — a Shiite militant group that receives support from Iran — has been designated a terrorist organization by Israel, the US, Germany and other governments."

Reference: www.dw.com .