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The Onion
01-04-2025
- Politics
- The Onion
Highway Patrol Officer Asks Pete Hegseth To Carry Out Drone Strikes In Straight Line
ARLINGTON, VA—Saying the defense secretary had recklessly veered out of his lane numerous times, a highway patrol officer reportedly asked Pete Hegseth on Tuesday to carry out drone strikes in a straight line. 'Sir, I'm going to need you to step out of the vehicle and demonstrate to me that you can authorize a straight line of aerial bombardments along the shoulder here,' Marcus Hensley of the Virginia State Police said to a visibly flushed Hegseth, who dabbed sweat from his brow as he was told he would also need to recite the branches of the military in backward alphabetical order. 'I'd like you to call in nine drone strikes, counting each one out loud, and then carry out nine more back toward me. Take a deep breath first, if you need to. Just go ahead and place those AGM-114 Hellfire missiles one in front of the other for me. Keep your eyes on your MQ-9 Reaper drones and begin whenever you're ready.' At press time, sources confirmed Hegseth was sitting in the back of the officer's cruiser after accidentally incinerating a passing Chevy Tahoe.
Korea Herald
12-02-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Boeing defends Apache as South Korea reviews price
Senior executives of US aircraft maker Boeing on Wednesday defended the role of crewed helicopters, particularly its flagship Apache attack helicopter series, as Seoul reassesses its plan to purchase 3.3 trillion won ($2.2 billion) worth of Apaches. 'The Apache is the most powerful attack reconnaissance helicopter in existence, with top-tier performance and reliability,' said Christina Upah, Boeing's vice president and general manager of attack helicopters, at a press conference in Seoul. 'No unmanned platform, including drones, can replace the Apache.' She added that the Apache will remain a critical force on future battlefields, not just in today's combat environments. The Apache is widely recognized for its ability to neutralize armored units, deploying heavy munitions, including AGM-114 Hellfire missiles. Since its deployment by the US Army in 1984, the helicopter has been adopted by 19 countries worldwide, with over 1,300 units currently in operation, according to Boeing. South Korea has operated 36 Apaches since its first acquisition in early 2017 and initially planned to procure an additional 36 under a 3.3 trillion won contract in 2022. However, South Korea recently decided to reassess the purchase after the US State Department set the price higher than expected at $3.5 billion in August 2024. At the time, South Korea cited the hefty price tag, along with shifting battlefield dynamics -- particularly in the Russia-Ukraine war, where attack helicopters have proven vulnerable to drones and portable missile systems. During the Wednesday briefing, Boeing attributed the cost increase to additional provisions -- including training, weapons systems and support packages -- under the US government's Foreign Military Sales program. Also, Boeing acknowledged the rising prominence of drones in modern warfare but emphasized that uncrewed aerial vehicles cannot fully replace crewed aircraft. 'The future of warfare lies in the partnership between manned and unmanned platforms,' said Terry Jamison, director of attack helicopter business development at Boeing. 'We are developing technology that allows the Apache to control and operate externally launched drones, significantly enhancing its situational awareness, survivability and lethality.' In the meantime, South Korea's arms procurement agency, the Defense Acquisition Program Administration, stated that it will proceed with the next steps in the review process. It will consider battlefield conditions, budgetary constraints and assessments from relevant agencies.
Korea Herald
12-02-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Boeing defends Apache as South Korea reviews steep price
Senior executives of US aircraft maker Boeing on Wednesday defended the role of crewed helicopters, particularly its flagship Apache attack helicopter series, as Seoul reassesses its plan to purchase 3.3 trillion won ($2.2 billion) worth of Apaches. 'The Apache is the most powerful attack reconnaissance helicopter in existence, with top-tier performance and reliability,' said Christina Upah, Boeing's vice president and general manager of attack helicopters, at a press conference in Seoul. 'No unmanned platform, including drones, can replace the Apache.' She added that the Apache will remain a critical force on future battlefields, not just in today's combat environments. The Apache is widely recognized for its ability to neutralize armored units, deploying heavy munitions, including AGM-114 Hellfire missiles. Since its deployment by the US Army in 1984, the helicopter has been adopted by 19 countries worldwide, with over 1,300 units currently in operation, according to Boeing. South Korea has operated 36 Apaches since its first acquisition in early 2017 and initially planned to procure an additional 36 under a 3.3 trillion won contract in 2022. However, South Korea recently decided to reassess the purchase after the US State Department set the price higher than expected at $3.5 billion in August 2024. At the time, South Korea cited the hefty price tag, along with shifting battlefield dynamics -- particularly in the Russia-Ukraine war, where attack helicopters have proven vulnerable to drones and portable missile systems. During the Wednesday briefing, Boeing attributed the cost increase to additional provisions -- including training, weapons systems and support packages -- under the US government's Foreign Military Sales program. Also, Boeing acknowledged the rising prominence of drones in modern warfare but emphasized that uncrewed aerial vehicles cannot fully replace crewed aircraft. 'The future of warfare lies in the partnership between manned and unmanned platforms,' said Terry Jamison, director of attack helicopter business development at Boeing. 'We are developing technology that allows the Apache to control and operate externally launched drones, significantly enhancing its situational awareness, survivability and lethality.' In the meantime, South Korea's arms procurement agency, the Defense Acquisition Program Administration, stated that it will proceed with the next steps in the review process. It will consider battlefield conditions, budgetary constraints and assessments from relevant agencies.
Al Manar
08-02-2025
- Politics
- Al Manar
US Approves Massive $7 Billion Arms Deal with ‘Israel' Amid Gaza Aggression
The US State Department has approved a major $7 billion arms sale to 'Israel', the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) announced on Friday. The sale includes a wide range of munitions, guidance kits, fuzes, and related support equipment. Additionally, the US has approved the sale of AGM-114 Hellfire missiles and related equipment to Israel, valued at approximately $660 million. The approval follows continued US military support for the Israeli occupation amid its ongoing aggression on the Gaza Strip and occupied Palestine, in addition to Lebanon and Syria. This latest arms deal comes as the Biden administration had previously suspended a shipment of 2,000-pound bombs due to concerns over Israel's expected assault on Rafah. Trump Calls for Mass Expulsion of Palestinians from Gaza The approval of the arms deal coincides with former President Trump's recent endorsement of Israel's war on Gaza. In remarks aboard Air Force One last month, Trump described Gaza as a 'demolition site' and called for the mass expulsion of its population. Israeli army 'seriously doubts' success of Trump's plan to ethnically cleanse, control Gazahttps:// — The Cradle (@TheCradleMedia) February 7, 2025 'I'd like Egypt to take people. And I'd like Jordan to take people. We just clean out that whole thing,' Trump stated, framing this forced displacement as a step toward 'Middle East peace.' This position was echoed by Trump's son-in-law and advisor Jared Kushner, who suggested Gaza's waterfront would be 'very valuable' if its Palestinian residents were removed. Continued Bipartisan Support The sales are subject to congressional review, but approvals of such deals have historically faced little resistance. This latest arms deal follows an earlier $8 billion weapons package initially proposed under the Biden administration. Although some Democratic lawmakers have attempted to delay its approval, Washington's military support for Israel has remained unwavering.
Roya News
08-02-2025
- Business
- Roya News
US approves $7.41 billion arms deals for 'Israel'
US State Department announced on Friday its approval of two new arms deals for 'Israel', totaling approximately USD 7.41 billion. The deals include guided bombs, missiles, and military equipment, following notifications to the Defense Security Cooperation Agency and the US Congress. The first deal, valued at USD 6.75 billion, includes 2,166 GBU-39/B small-diameter bombs, 2,800 MK 82 bombs, and over 17,000 FMU-152A/B fuzes, along with logistical support equipment. Deliveries are expected to begin this year. The second deal, worth approximately USD 660 million, includes 3,000 AGM-114 Hellfire air-to-ground missiles, spare parts, software, and training services, with deliveries scheduled for 2028. The US State Department stated that these deals aim to "enhance Israel's defensive capabilities against current and future threats" and will not affect the regional military balance. The decision is part of the Biden administration's ongoing military support for 'Israel'. Former President Donald Trump recently claimed that military equipment previously withheld by President Joe Biden is now being delivered. Reports also indicate that Trump ordered the Pentagon to lift restrictions on 2,000-pound precision-guided bombs, which are used for strategic targets.
