Pentagon Announces New Command to Advance AI and Drone Warfare

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Wednesday the creation of a command specializing in autonomous warfare, as Washington seeks to reshape how its military prepares for future conflicts.

The new command will focus on developing autonomous systems, drones and artificial intelligence. Its establishment places those technologies at the center of a broader effort to change American approaches to combat.

The initiative reflects a push to expand military capabilities beyond conventional methods, with autonomous technology becoming a more prominent part of planning for future wars.

The announcement did not specify a timetable for the command’s launch, its staffing or how it would fit within the existing military structure. Those details will help define how the initiative translates into operational capabilities.