The Trump administration is justified in criticizing elite universities for their perceived failures compared to character-driven institutions like the U.S. Army, as exemplified by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's military history.
The successful live-fire test sank a maritime target, showcasing the effectiveness of the Mid-Range Capability missile system in a key operational area.
"The US Army is pushing radical transformation, preparing for a war that it hopes never happens, and striving to send China the message that it won't win should a fight come."
"The Ukraine war has, in some cases, reinforced US military air defense doctrine... introduced more concepts, like how to become more mobile, how the system's components are organized on battery sites..."
The MIM-104 Patriot is Ukraine's best surface-to-air missile system and a critical shield since it arrived in the country over two years ago. Kyiv is believed to be operating six batteries, which are a critical element in its defense against Russia's massive attacks on Ukrainian cities, especially those involving ballistic missiles.