JUNE 17, 2026 - The latest iteration of Pacific Air Forces’ premier air combat training exercise, RED FLAG-Alaska 26-2, concluded June 12, closing out two weeks of daily training sorties for the U.S. and its allies in the skies above Alaska. RF-A 26-2 began May 28, and brought in over 70 aircraft and approximately 2,100 service members from the U.S. and partner nations for … [Read more...]
Army Secretary Highlights UAS Marketplace
JUNE 17, 2026 — Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll called for faster acquisition, stronger interoperability and closer cooperation with allies and partners during a statement of intent signing ceremony held June 16, during the second day of Eurosatory 2026. The agreement is intended to expand the Uncrewed Aircraft System Marketplace granting allies and partners access to … [Read more...]
Project Patriot Pipeline Connecting Skilled Workers
JUNE 17, 2026 - Earlier this year, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth initiated the "arsenal of freedom," an effort designed to revitalize America's industrial base and to build out a military capable of both defeating enemies in combat and deterring future conflicts. The arsenal of freedom includes presidential and War Department priorities like the Golden Dome, shipbuilding, … [Read more...]
Soldiers Honored After Horn of Africa Deployment
JUNE 16, 2026 – More than 200 Oregon Army National Guard Soldiers from the 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team stood in formation June 14 at the Salem Convention Center, where families, leaders and community members formally welcomed them home from a nearly year-long deployment to the Horn of Africa. "More than 200 Soldiers deployed. More than 200 now here at home," said Brig. … [Read more...]
Warrior Games Week Marks New Chapter for Veteran
JUNE 16, 2026 - When retired Army Staff Sgt. Gene Calantoc lost his leg in 2020, he was introduced to adaptive sports and competed in the 2024 Warrior Games. Now, two years later, he's back as a stronger competitor. During his first games, Calantoc said he was still learning how to move through adaptive sports with speed, skill and confidence. This year, competing with Team … [Read more...]