JULY 23, 2026 – A new policy providing guidance on the use of artificial intelligence was announced in a memorandum published by National Guard Bureau on July 20. Military personnel, civilian employees, and contractors supporting the National Guard Bureau Directorate of Public Affairs Strategic Communications are advised that they may use AI to support PA activities. The … [Read more...]
Wargame Helps Shape Future of Space Force Battle
JULY 23, 2026 — Military planners, operators and subject matter experts from across the joint force joined Space Training and Readiness Command’s wargaming experts recently to improve how they defend the space domain. Chalkydri IV, a battle management wargame, linked Space Delta 10 and its 10th Force Development Squadron with players from across the War Department for more … [Read more...]
W. Va. Guard Initiates Flood Response Operations
JULY 23, 2026 — The West Virginia National Guard, under the direction of Gov. Patrick Morrisey, was activated July 21 to provide support to communities impacted by severe flooding across the state. The most significant impacts have been reported in Upshur, Pleasants and Lewis counties, with the governor declaring a state of emergency across all 55 counties. Guard liaison … [Read more...]
Allies Unite for Exercise Death Strike
JULY 23, 2026 - The 7th Munitions Squadron hosted service members from around the globe, including the U.S. Marine Corps and Royal Australian Air Force, for Exercise Death Strike: Trident Fury, a large-scale munitions production exercise held at Dyess Air Force Base, June 22–25. Operating as an Air Force Global Strike Command capabilities exercise, Trident Fury was designed … [Read more...]
Army Breaks Ground on Ammunition Plant in Iowa
JULY 23, 2026 — On July 15, the U.S. Army marked a significant milestone in its modernization efforts by breaking ground on a new 155mm ammunition production facility at the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant. The ceremony, attended by local officials and Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds, officially launched the construction of the Future Artillery Complex, a multi-million-dollar … [Read more...]