March 31, 2026

Sixth iteration of Power Wargame provides strategic insights for leaders

MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala. — U.S. Strategic Command recently brought together U.S. Government and Allied nation experts to examine international crisis de-escalation during Power Wargame 2026, an annual joint, interagency, strategic-level wargame at Maxwell Air Force Base, March 9-13.

Feb. 17, 2026

Delivering deterrence: Sentinel restructure to complete in 2026; initial capability timeline set

ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) — The U.S. Air Force rolled out its plan for the LGM-35A Sentinel program, which will deliver the nation’s next-generation, modernized, land-based nuclear deterrent to America’s warfighters.

Dec. 5, 2025

Adm. Rich Correll takes the helm of U.S. Strategic Command

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. — OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. – U.S. Navy Adm. Richard “Rich” A. Correll relieved U.S. Air Force Gen. Anthony J. Cotton as commander of U.S. Strategic Command during a ceremony today at the command’s headquarters here.

Nov. 24, 2025

Bomber Task Force Europe 26-1 concludes, demonstrating global reach and Allied integration

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany. — U.S. B-52H Stratofortress bomber aircraft departed Spain, Nov. 24, returning to Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, and concluding Bomber Task Force Europe 26-1, a two-week deployment exercising the U.S. Air Force’s ability to project power globally. During the deployment, the B-52 aircrews executed a series of complex, high-end training scenarios with Allies and partners across the U.S. European Command, U.S. Africa Command and U.S. Central Command areas of responsibility.

Nov. 5, 2025

GT 254: AFGSC validates reliability, readiness of ICBM force with Minuteman III test launch

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — AFGSC conducted a test launch of an unarmed Minuteman III ICBM from Vandenberg SFB, Calif., on Nov. 5, 2025. This test, designated GT 254, evaluated the ongoing reliability, operational readiness & accuracy of the ICBM system, a cornerstone of America's national defense.

Sept. 22, 2025

War Department Continues Nuclear Modernization

In light of the changing global security landscape, the War Department is considering how to approach modern-era deterrence differently, said Air Force Maj. Gen. Brandon D. Parker, director of global operations at U.S. Strategic Command.  

Sept. 8, 2025

The Spirit Continues

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. — For B-2 test pilot “Igor,” aviation was never about chasing a thrill. It was a calling, shaped by family, hometown pride, and the military community that surrounded him near Whiteman Air Force Base.

Sept. 4, 2025

OPERATION Valhalla Strike sharpens 891st MSFS defenders’ readiness

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — The 891st Missile Security Forces Squadron, responsible for protecting Minuteman III ICBMs and Minot AFB’s missile alert facilities across North Dakota, recently conducted advanced training on air base ground defense and nuclear security tactics.

Aug. 22, 2025

Bomber Task Force Europe wraps up 2 weeks of Ally-led training and integration

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany. — U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancers completed their deployment in support of Bomber Task Force Europe and returned to Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 22, after participating in two weeks of Allied-led training events designed to advance joint warfighting capability, strengthen cooperation, and improve how U.S. and Allied forces operate together in high-threat environments. Throughout the deployment, U.S. bombers and aircrews trained alongside the Norwegian Air Force to rehearse gaining access to contested airspace, targeting threats, and maintaining coordination in simulated areas where freedom of movement is constrained. The mission focused on improving how Allies share real-time threat information and make timely, coordinated decisions under pressure.

Aug. 19, 2025

U.S., Allied aircraft fly together over Riga, Latvia – demonstrate readiness and unity

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany. — U.S. Air Force B-1B bombers and Allied fighter jets flew in formation over the Monument of Freedom in Riga, Latvia, Aug. 19, 2025, as part of Bomber Task Force Europe, demonstrating NATO air forces’ ability to operate together anywhere, anytime. The Lancers flew in formation with Hungarian and Swedish Air Force JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets, demonstrating Allied integration fostered during an ongoing training deployment. The Hungarian Gripens are deployed to Šiauliai Air Base, Lithuania in support of the NATO’s Air Policing mission.