Air Force Space Command is leading the effort to solicit ideas for a “no warning—national security demands an immediate response” system to satisfy the Pentagon’s prompt global strike requirement. According to the request for information, DOD expects to “deploy a first-generation, terrestrial-based, white-world, non-directed energy, kinetic capability by 2020.” First thoughts are due March 14.
The U.S. military conducted strikes on Iranian targets around the Strait of Hormuz on May 7, as the conflict with Iran flared up again—though officials say the ceasefire remains in effect.