Citadel

Gulf allies play a critical role in Operation Epic Fury, using advanced US-supplied air defense systems to counter Iranian missile and drone strikes.

Weapon Systems 2026-03-06

New low-cost attack squadron being utilized in the Middle East combat operations

Task Force Scorpion deploys low-cost LUCAS drones in Operation Epic Fury, marking a new phase of high-volume, autonomous drone operations.

Operations 2026-03-06

Gulf allies' vital role in Operation Epic Fury

Gulf allies play a critical role in Operation Epic Fury, using advanced US-supplied air defense systems to counter Iranian missile and drone strikes.

Deployments 2026-03-06

The 82nd Airborne: Immediate response force at scale

An 18-hour deployment window and thousands of parachute-qualified soldiers keep the 82nd Airborne Division at the front of US crisis response.

Weapon Systems 2026-03-05

How Saudi Arabia used US manufactured weapons to blunt Iranian attacks.

Saudi Arabia leveraged advanced US-supplied air defenses and early-warning systems to intercept Iranian threats, showcasing a quiet but consequential shift in regional deterrence.

Operations 2026-03-05

An overview of the Operation Epic Fury in Iran

Inside Operation Epic Fury, a look at how the high-tech, joint military strike successfully dismantling Iran's military capabilities and reshaped the balance of power.

Capabilities Analysis 2026-03-05

EA-37B Compass Call advances airborne electronic warfare

The Air Force's EA-37B replaces the EC-130H with a faster, higher-flying platform designed to deliver long-range electronic attack, and support suppression of enemy air defense missions.

Deployments 2026-03-05

US Army's Immediate Response Force: Global presence and deterrence

From Cold War contingency planning to today’s Immediate Response Force, the Army’s rapid deployment construct remains built on speed, readiness, and airborne reach.

Deployments 2026-03-04

Iranian regime's claims disputed after confirmed US casualties

After confirming six US troop deaths, Washington rejects Tehran's claims of mass American casualties and widespread military devastation.

Capabilities Analysis 2026-03-04

Columbia-class submarine: The future of US naval deterrence

The Columbia-class submarine promises unmatched stealth, advanced capabilities and unwavering reliability as the cornerstone of America's nuclear deterrence strategy.

Capabilities Analysis 2026-03-03

Carrier Strike Group destroyers deliver layered defense and global strike capability

Four Arleigh Burke-class destroyers give Carrier Strike Group 10 the layered firepower and flexibility needed to confront threats across air, sea and subsurface domains.