News & Updates

May 4, 2018

Missile Defense News

Inside the Gates: The 300 defending the 300 million

KTVA: Following the attacks of 911, the White House under President George W. Bush issued a national security directive, calling…

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Apr 27, 2018

Missile Defense News

In Alaska, soldiers relish role in U.S. missile defense

Reuters: FORT GREELY, Alaska (Reuters) – Two hours south of Fairbanks, Alaska, near the starting point of the Alaska highway,…

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Jan 19, 2018

Missile Defense News

Inside the Gates: Alaska’s 49th Missile Battalion

KTVA: When it comes to defending our country during a missile strike, it turns out Alaska’s specific role is on…

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Jan 11, 2018

Missile Defense News

Vice President Pence to tour Alaska missile defense sites

Fairbanks Daily News-Miner: FAIRBANKS – Vice President Mike Pence plans to stop in Alaska as part of a trip next…

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Sep 19, 2017

Missile Defense News

Defense bill passes Senate with provisions for Alaska missile defense, icebreakers

Alaska Dispatch News: WASHINGTON — The U.S. Senate on Monday passed a $692 billion defense authorization bill that included provisions…

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Aug 9, 2017

Threat News

Alaskan senator: We’re concerned about possible North Korean missile strike

The Hill: Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) said he is seriously concerned about a possible North Korean missile strike on his…

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Mar 24, 2017

Threat News

Alaska military commander concerned North Korea threat is increased

KTUU: On Thursday the commander of the 11th Air Force told the Joint Armed Services Committee said the threat from…

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