⚠️ Pentagon Warns It's Not Prepared for Homeland Drone Attack

Pentagon officials acknowledge significant vulnerabilities in U.S. defenses against potential homeland drone attacks, stressing urgent need for improved detection and response capabilities.

Dallas Hartley
April 30, 2025

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⚠️ Pentagon Warns It's Not Prepared for Homeland Drone Attack LINK

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The U.S. Marines will deploy the EXDECS microwave weapon system from Epirus, designed specifically to neutralize drone swarms through directed energy.
The technology employs high-powered microwave pulses to disable electronics, effectively countering drones without relying on conventional ammunition.
Deployment underscores the Marines' prioritization of innovative solutions against emerging threats, particularly unmanned systems, enhancing battlefield adaptability.

Pentagon officials acknowledge significant vulnerabilities in U.S. defenses against potential homeland drone attacks, stressing urgent need for improved detection and response capabilities.
Current defense measures are inadequate against rapidly advancing drone technologies, posing threats to both civilian and military infrastructure.
Officials are pushing for increased budget allocations and expedited technological advancements to swiftly address this national security risk.

Lockheed Martin's experimental satellite was lost following an unsuccessful launch attempt by Firefly Aerospace, marking a setback for the company's space technology demonstration efforts.
The mishap occurred shortly after liftoff, resulting in the satellite failing to reach its designated orbit.
Investigations are underway to determine the root cause, while Lockheed considers implications for future collaboration with emerging launch providers.

Bell-Boeing has been awarded a $60 million contract to implement critical improvements and updates to the U.S. Air Force CV-22 Osprey fleet.
Enhancements focus on avionics, reliability, and overall mission-readiness, ensuring the tiltrotor aircraft remain operationally effective and resilient.
Upgrades are scheduled to be completed by 2028, reinforcing the CV-22's key role in special operations and combat support.

VTG announced its acquisition of Triaplex, significantly strengthening its position in cyber warfare and signals intelligence (SIGINT).
This strategic move enhances VTG's portfolio with advanced capabilities critical for modern digital warfare, particularly in intelligence gathering and cybersecurity operations.
The acquisition aligns with VTG's mission to provide sophisticated defense solutions and improve responsiveness against increasingly complex threats.

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