The week ahead

Senior defense officials are slated to speak during several virtual events this week.

Monday

Senior Navy officials speak virtually at the Naval Submarine League's annual symposium that runs through Wednesday.

Tuesday

The Heritage Foundation releases its 2021 Index of U.S. Military Strength.

Wednesday

The Association of the U.S. Army hosts a webinar on Army modernization, with Lt. Gen. James Pasquarette, deputy chief of staff, G-8.

The Hudson Institute hosts a virtual event on artificial intelligence and military operations.

Friday

The House Armed Services Committee hears from outside experts on the situation in Afghanistan.