The United States is preparing for the possibility of a major war that could extend beyond overseas battlefields and cripple critical infrastructure at home, with the Pentagon working on plans to keep military bases operational for at least 90 days without external support. The initiative, known as FORTRESS, aims to ensure American forces can continue fighting even if power grids fail, supply chains collapse and essential civilian services are disrupted during a major conflict.
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