Analysts: Humans, not weapons platforms, key to new war

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The defense analysts have stated that some Pentagon leaders are too focused on using major weapons platforms in the global war on terrorism instead of depending on the Special Operations Forces (SOF) that are able to perform well in the new era of irregular warfare. SOF forces are self-sufficient small units that are best suited for destroying an enemy operating in small cells and they can produce immense results compared to the limited size of their units.

Strategic aspects, Special operations (Military science), United States. Special Operations Command

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Win-Win? Bush touts deficit cuts, but defense programs may survive

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US President George W. Bush's federal government budget indicates the budget deficit being cut in half from the current fiscal year ending 30 September 2005, through fiscal 2011, which is partly because of major reductions in outlays for weapons platforms. The proposed budget cuts for some of the major military programs have made many lawmakers and defense contractors very unhappy.

Government expenditures, Analysis, Defense programs, Budget deficits, Government finance, Defence programs

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Expert: Military, contractors should back new-tech weapons

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The military and contractors should develop directed energy weapons that deter terrorists and destroy enemy long-range missiles. Directed energy weapons are the tools of future combat, and must be developed because they provide war fighters with immensely advantageous means of dealing with the enemy.

Product development, Facilities & equipment, Other Ordnance and Accessories Manufacturing, Ordnance and accessories, not elsewhere classified, Beam Weapons Systems, Usage, Equipment and supplies, Combat effectiveness, Directed-energy weapons

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