MARCH 2, 2023 - Both Russia and China figure heavily into the content of the 2022 National Defense Strategy, which was released in October. Within the strategy, integrated deterrence — including increased partnerships with American allies and partners — plays a central role to defending against both the acute and strategic threats posed by those two nations. Mara Karlin, who … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2023
U.S. Forces Assist Seizure of Missiles Shipped from Iran
U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (Feb. 26, 2023) Anti-tank guided missiles and medium-range ballistic missile components seized by the United Kingdom Royal Navy sit pierside during inventory at a military facility in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations, Feb. 26, 2023. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Brandon Murphy) MARCH 2, 2023 - U.S. forces provided airborne intelligence, … [Read more...]
NCOs Key to Ukrainian Military Successes Against Russia
MARCH 2, 2023 - Since 2014, the United States has sent Ukraine more than $32.4 billion in security assistance, and while the transfer of equipment is important in Ukraine's defense, the training aspect of this aid may have longer term implications. These military capabilities — including Javelins, tanks, air defense systems and more — have been crucial, but Ukraine's … [Read more...]
2023 Coast Guard Marathon in Elizabeth City, N.C.
MARCH 2, 2023 - The official road race of the United States Coast Guard returns to Elizabeth City, N.C. attracting thousands of runners of all skill levels from around the country. The event will include a race expo, full marathon, half marathon, 5k race and post-race celebration. This year’s marathon event features a new course showcasing even more local landmarks. The … [Read more...]
Eglin Defenders Shift to More Combat-Focused Training
MARCH 1, 2023 - “Contact left,” yelled the instructor. The students repeated the communication and reacted to a simulated attacker firing a weapon at them from their left side. They took swift action moving as a team returning fire and moving toward their target until the threat was neutralized. This scenario was part of the 96th Security Forces Squadron’s new training … [Read more...]