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EUCOM Chief Wants To Bolster Region’s C2 Systems, Cites Importance Of F-35 And Destroyers

EUCOM Chief Wants To Bolster Region’s C2 Systems, Cites Importance Of F-35 And Destroyers

The head of U.S. European Command told lawmakers Thursday his top capability gap is bolstering the region’s capabilities for secure indications and warning and command and control systems, as Russia aims to proliferate advanced electronic warfare and drone swarming. Air Force Gen. Tod Wolters also cited the F-35 strike fighter and plans to bring two more destroyer ships to Europe by 2026 as key components for deterring Russian aggression. “The F-35 contributes to campaign momentum strategically for indications and warning,…

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