All articles tagged with #air and missile defense
A CSIS interview explains that dwindling solid rocket motor stockpiles, regulatory fragmentation, and inconsistent demand are stressing the U.S. air-and-missile defense industrial base. Experts urge ramped, coordinated production of high- and low-end munitions, expanded drone defenses, and clearer demand signals to preserve deterrence against evolving threats like Shahed drones and cruise-missile–level threats.
The U.S. Department of State has approved a potential $4 billion foreign military sale of the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) to Poland for its air-and-missile defense systems. The sale includes 93 IBCS Engagement Operations Centers and 175 IBCS Integrated Fire Control Network relays, which will be used to enhance Poland's air defense capabilities. If approved by Congress, Poland will become the first country to declare IBCS operational. This deal comes as Poland seeks to strengthen its defense capabilities amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine.