Report: Huntsville was the clear choice for Space Command – again and again

Report: Huntsville was the clear choice for Space Command – again and again

"...multiple evaluations carried out by the U.S. Air Force over three years – all of which found that Huntsville’s Redstone Arsenal was the preferred choice for U.S. Space Command headquarters – former President Joe Biden used his presidential discretion to select Colorado Springs, Colorado, for the location, according to a report from the Government Accountability Office. ...Between mid-2022 and July 2023, when Biden made his announcement, the Air Force’s new evaluation process found on multiple occasions that Huntsville remained its preferred choice due to a variety of factors. The most notable was the cost, which would save taxpayers nearly half a billion dollars over the next 10 years. ..."

Reference: www.alreporter.com .

Israel calls New York Times report on Iran nuclear talks 'fake news'

Israel calls New York Times report on Iran nuclear talks 'fake news'

"...ERUSALEM, May 28 (Reuters) - Israel on Thursday rejected a report in the New York Times that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been threatening to disrupt talks on a nuclear deal between the United States and Iran by striking Iran's main nuclear enrichment facilities. Netanyahu's office issued a statement in response to the article which said simply: "Fake news". ...Trump bypassed Israel on his trip to the Middle East this month and has made policy announcements that have shaken Israel's assumptions about its relations with the U.S. Netanyahu has dismissed speculation about a falling out with the U.S. administration, while Trump has also brushed off any suggestion of a break."

Reference: www.reuters.com .

Houthis boast of 'hypersonic' capabilities amid ballistic missiles barrage on Israel

Houthis boast of 'hypersonic' capabilities amid ballistic missiles barrage on Israel

"...The fact that they have been able to maintain a daily attack on Israel using ballistic missiles for a year showcases their dangerous capabilities and threat to the region...."

Reference: www.jpost.com .

Trump claims Canada 'considering' offer of free Golden Dome in exchange for becoming 51st state

Trump claims Canada 'considering' offer of free Golden Dome in exchange for becoming 51st state

"...U.S. President Donald Trump purported on Tuesday that Canada was "considering" giving up its statehood in exchange for protection by the proposed "Golden Dome" missile defense system at no cost, despite Canadian officials repeatedly stating that the country is not for sale.

"I told Canada, which very much wants to be part of our fabulous Golden Dome System, that it will cost $61 Billion Dollars if they remain a separate, but unequal, Nation, but will cost ZERO DOLLARS if they become our cherished 51st State," Trump wrote on Truth Social.

"They are considering the offer!" he claimed. ..."

Reference: www.foxnews.com .

Making sure President Trump's Golden Dome is a success

Making sure President Trump's Golden Dome is a success

"...Every President since the 9/11 attack on the United States has said defense of the homeland is the number one national security priority, yet the only U.S. airspace defended from cruise missile threats is a small portion of Washington, DC, and the entire country is increasingly vulnerable to conventional missile threats from China and Russia. That puts Americans at risk and increases the chances of adversary aggression abroad.

The good news is that President Donald Trump has initiated an effort to build a broad defense against these threats — nicknamed "Golden Dome" — and many in Congress are seeking to support his vision with significant "one-time" funding. But this ambitious missile defense effort will not succeed unless Congress and the Pentagon take additional steps. ..."

Reference: www.wnd.com .

Missile Defense Agency Awards Raytheon $2.1B Contract Modification

Missile Defense Agency Awards Raytheon $2.1B Contract Modification

"...Raytheon, Tucson, Arizona is being awarded a $2,134,000,000 modification (P00043) to a previously awarded contract (HQ0851-21-D-00001). The value of this contract is increased from $1,197,726,000 to $3,331,830,000. Under this modification, the contractor will provide the management, material, and services associated with the sustaining engineering and product support services of the Standard Missile-3 Block missile variants for the U.S. and Foreign Military Sales partners. The work will be performed in Tucson, Arizona; and Huntsville, Alabama. The performance period is from Oct. 30, 2020, through Oct. 29, 2029. The Missile Defense Agency, Huntsville, Alabama, is the contracting activity. ..."

Reference: clearancejobs.com .

U.S. Navy boosts defense with $1B Raytheon SM-3 missile deal

U.S. Navy boosts defense with $1B Raytheon SM-3 missile deal

"...contract awarded to Raytheon Technologies for the production and delivery of up to 55 Standard Missile-3 [SM-3] Block IB All-Up Rounds, a cornerstone of the U.S. Navy’s ballistic missile defense capabilities. ...Huntsville, known as the “Rocket City,” hosts Raytheon’s missile integration and testing operations, leveraging Alabama’s deep aerospace expertise. The $1 billion contract will sustain hundreds of high-skill jobs across these locations, contributing to the economic vitality of both regions."

Reference: bulgarianmilitary.com .

German Navy considers equipping warships with Tomahawk cruise missiles

German Navy considers equipping warships with Tomahawk cruise missiles

"...The German Navy is evaluating the integration of BGM-109 Tomahawk land-attack missiles onto its vessels, as revealed by Vice Admiral Jan Christian Kaack. Speaking to reporters, he clarified that the missiles would not be intended for the future F127 frigates but rather for the three F124 (Sachsen class) and the four F123 (Brandenburg class) frigates. ...In addition to the Tomahawk missiles, the US plans to station SM-6 air defence missiles and hypersonic weapons in Germany, the latter still being under development."

Reference: defence-industry.eu .

France and Japan express interest in obtaining wreckage of Chinese PL-15E missile shot down by India during Operation Sindoor

France and Japan express interest in obtaining wreckage of Chinese PL-15E missile shot down by India during Operation Sindoor

"...What the wreckage may contain

Notably, one PL-15E missile found in Hoshiarpur was almost intact, and it contain the propulsion system including the dual-pulse motor, two-way DataLink, Active Radar Seeker and inertial reference unit of the missile. Fragmented parts of other PL-15E missiles also have been found in the region.

The missile is one of the most advanced technologies developed by China..."

Reference: www.opindia.com .

How Pakistan Being Top Buyer of Chinese Weapons Plays Out in Clashes With India

How Pakistan Being Top Buyer of Chinese Weapons Plays Out in Clashes With India

"A brief overview of quantities and types of military equipment Pakistan had bought from China before the war broke out and how much it all cost...The reliance on Chinese air defense is impressive as well: Pakistan fields short-range FM-90 (HQ-7) air defense systems, medium-range LY-80 (HQ-16) and long-range HQ-9 surface-to-air missile systems.

In the past 5 years, between 2020 and 2024, defense orders from Pakistan amounted to a whole 63% of Chinese arms exports, making Islamabad notably stand out among other customers. ..."

Reference: en.defence-ua.com .

Akashteer: India's invisible shield that beat Pak's imported missiles and drones

Akashteer: India's invisible shield that beat Pak's imported missiles and drones

"...As Pakistan launched its deadliest attack on several Indian military installations and civilian areas on the nights of May 9 and 10, Akashteer, India's advanced air defence system, emerged as an invisible shield, intercepting and neutralising a barrage of missiles and drones.

Akashteer is India's fully indigenous and automated air defence control and reporting system. It showcased India's dominance in real-time and automated air defence warfare during the four-day military confrontation with Pakistan. ..."

Reference: www.indiatoday.in .

Turkey Buys More Than 100 US-Made Missiles to Boost Air Defense

Turkey Buys More Than 100 US-Made Missiles to Boost Air Defense

"...The US State Department has approved the potential sale of two types of RTX-manufactured missiles to its NATO ally, Turkey.

Ankara requested 53 AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM), six AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM guidance sections, and related support for $225 million.

In addition, it ordered 60 AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II All Up Round missiles and 11 AIM-9X Block II Tactical guidance units for a total cost of $79.1 million.

The Sidewinder sale requires yearly trips involving three representatives from the US ..."

Reference: thedefensepost.com .

Chinese, Pakistani air defence systems no match for India's BrahMos: US warfare expert

Chinese, Pak air defence systems no match for India's BrahMos: US warfare expert

"...Chinese air defence systems, used by Pakistan, were no match for India's BrahMos missiles, which were used to strike military bases during the hostilities. ..."

Reference: www.indiatoday.in .

U.S. Navy’s New AIM-174B Air-to-Air Missile Spotted in Japan

U.S. Navy’s New AIM-174B Air-to-Air Missile Spotted in Japan

"...On May 4, 2025, during the Friendship Day event held at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Iwakuni, Japan, the U.S. Navy publicly unveiled the AIM-174B (air-launched variant of the SM-6) for the first time, mounted under the wing of an F/A-18F...."

Reference: www.navalnews.com .

Danish Navy’s Air Defense Frigate Iver Huitfeldt Showcases Advanced Air Defense Capabilities During NATO’s Exercise

"...The Royal Danish Navy's flagship air defene frigate, HDMS Iver Huitfeldt (F361), is actively participating in NATO’s major live-fire integrated air and missile defense exercise, At-Sea Demonstration/Formidable Shield 2025 (ASD/FS 25). This high-stakes naval exercise, taking place throughout May off the coast of Bodø, Norway, is hosted by the U.S. Sixth Fleet and coordinated by Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO (STRIKFORNATO). It has become the largest of its kind in the European theater this year, involving more complexity, more nations, and a broader array of threats than any previous iteration. ..."

Reference: armyrecognition.com .

F-35 Had To Maneuver To Evade Houthi Surface-To-Air Missile: U.S. Official

F-35 Had To Maneuver To Evade Houthi Surface-To-Air Missile: U.S. Official

"...The incident took place during Operation Rough Rider, the enhanced bombing campaign against the Houthis launched by Trump on March 15. ..."

Reference: www.twz.com .

Houthi missile successfully intercepted by air defenses, IDF says

Houthi missile successfully intercepted by air defenses, IDF says

"...A ballistic missile launched at Israel by the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen was successfully intercepted by air defenses a short while ago, the military says. ..."

Reference: www.timesofisrael.com .

India says it hit Pakistan air defences and accuses Islamabad of drone strikes

India says it hit Pakistan air defences and accuses Islamabad of drone strikes

"Pakistan says it shot down 25 Indian drones overnight...Meanwhile, India's army says at least 16 civilians were killed by Pakistani shelling on its side of the de facto border..."

Reference: www.bbc.com .

Marco Rubio Responds to Reports India Launched Missiles at Pakistan: ‘Monitoring the Situation’

Marco Rubio Responds to Reports India Launched Missiles at Pakistan: ‘Monitoring the Situation’

"...Secretary of State Marco Rubio responded to reports that India had conducted missile strikes on Pakistan, weeks after a terrorist attack was carried out in Kashmir. ..."

Reference: www.breitbart.com .

Pakistan tests Fatah missile system

Pakistan tests Fatah missile system

"...The launch, featuring an unknown variant of the Fatah weapon, is the second that the Pakistan military has conducted in recent days as tensions with neighbour India rise. On 3 May ISPR also announced that the Pakistan military had test-launched the Abdali surface-to-surface missile (SSM) as part of Exercise ‘Indus'. ..."

Reference: www.janes.com .

Why are so many military veterans Harley-Davidson riders? Nostalgia, History, Patriotism, Freedom, USA Made, and Military History

Harley-Davidson is honored to serve active military members and veterans

"Enjoy the freedom you fought for. Throughout history, Harley-Davidson has been on the front lines with our military members, and our mission does not end when your tour of duty does. ...Military Offers and Benefits... Rides and Events"

Reference: www.harley-davidson.com .

Houthi missile strikes near Israeli airport after evading missile defenses

Houthi missile strikes near Israeli airport after evading missile defenses

"...A Houthi missile struck Israeli soil near Tel Aviv's largest airport on Sunday, causing multiple international airlines to cancel flights to Israel.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed retaliation for the attack Sunday and will participate in several defense meetings throughout the day. The missile reportedly evaded both Israeli and U.S. missile defenses, according to Israeli media. ..."

Reference: www.foxnews.com .

Proposed 2026 Budget Phases Out SLS Rocket & Orion Capsule

Proposed 2026 Budget Phases Out SLS Rocket & Orion Capsule

"President Trump recommended cuts to multiple federal programs, including ones that would affect the Rocket City. ..."

Reference: https://spotonalabama.com/al-mountains/1269368/proposed-2026-budget-phases-out-sls-rocket.html .