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The Air Force Is in Receivership, and That's a Good Thing
Harrison & Ferrari at RCD report that the Pentagon has carried out significant management restructuring within the Air Force, described as one of the most impactful actions in recent history for the s...
GE Plans Dedicated F404 Engine MRO Facility in India to Support IAF's Expanding Tejas Fleet
GE Aviation is planning to establish a dedicated maintenance and repair facility for the General Electric F404 engines used by India's indigenous Tejas fighter jet. This move aims to bolster India’s s...
USA Uses Laser Against Drones Flying Near Critical Facilities
The United States has deployed laser technology against drones flying near critical facilities to prevent potential threats....
America is stocking up on massive bunker busters
The United States is increasing its stockpile of Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP) bombs, one of the largest conventional arms in its inventory. Weighing around 30,000 pounds, these bombs are specific...
Russia Considers U.S. Partnership for Oil and Gas Ties
Recent reports suggest Russia may be exploring economic ties with the United States centered around oil and gas industries, indicating potential shifts towards using the U.S. dollar in energy trade de...
Pentagon Chief Urges NATO Members to Strengthen Their Combat Capabilities
The chief of the Pentagon has advised NATO members to enhance their combat capabilities in light of evolving security challenges....
Are Banned Chinese Cameras Watching the U.S. Military?
The article discusses concerns over Chinese-manufactured surveillance cameras that have been labeled as security risks and subsequently banned by certain government agencies being potentially used wit...
Fincantieri predicts strong growth despite ding to US warship business
Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri predicts significant financial expansion over the next decade and a half, expecting revenues to double by 2035 to reach €18 billion. The company anticipates challenges ...
Pentagon Chief to Europe: Take the Lead Role in Your Own Defense
The head of the Pentagon has addressed European nations, emphasizing the need for them to take primary responsibility and enhance their defense capabilities independently....
Approval of Route by NATO PA Subcommittee - 'USA Absolutely Committed'
The North Atlantic Council's Political Committee has approved a new route for operations during a recent meeting at the NATO Parliamentary Assembly (NATO PA). USA representatives emphasized their full...
Rare Occurrence: U.S. Officials Skip Consecutive NATO Ministerial Meetings
U.S. officials including Secretary of State and Defense Secretary have skipped consecutive ministerial meetings of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), a rare event highlighting tensions wit...
Former US NATO Commanders and Ambassadors Call for Continued Washington Engagement with Alliance
A group of former United States military commanders and ambassadors who have served NATO urge the current US administration to maintain strong engagement within the organization to ensure alliance sol...
US Abandons Key Military Base in Syria
The United States has reportedly vacated one of its important military bases in Syria, marking another significant step in the ongoing withdrawal from the region....
Judge Temporarily Blocks Pentagon From Punishing Senator Mark Kelly
A federal judge has issued an order that temporarily prevents the Department of Defense from taking any punitive actions against Arizona Senator Mark Kelly due to his military pension issue. The legal...
2027 defense budget could double 2026 ship requests, US Navy secretary says
The US Navy secretary suggests that the 2027 defense budget might provide twice as many funds for ship procurement compared to the current year's allocation of $27.2 billion for 17 ships....
Judge Blocks Pentagon From Punishing Senator Mark Kelly For Call To Resist Unlawful Orders
A judge has issued an injunction preventing the Department of Defense from penalizing Arizona Senator Mark Kelly for his public statement urging military personnel to resist unlawful orders related to...
HASC chair ‘optimistic’ FY27 budget request coming in March
The chairman of the House Armed Services Committee expressed optimism regarding the release of the fiscal year 2027 defense budget request scheduled for March. The article also touches on aspects rela...
No evidence women in combat roles lower standards, top enlisted leaders say
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's proposal for reviewing the effectiveness of women in combat roles was discussed at a Senate Armed Services hearing. Top senior military personnel stated there is no in...
This Is The LOCUST Laser That Reportedly Prompted Closing El Paso’s Airspace
The U.S. Army has been acquiring various versions of the LOCUST laser weapon system to enhance its capability in countering hostile drones. There are reports that a LOCUST laser prompted the temporary...
Trump administration to end immigration enforcement surge in Minneapolis
The Trump administration has announced an end to a two-month surge operation of immigration enforcement in Minneapolis, Minnesota, following nationwide protests and the killing of two US citizens by I...
Space Force, Aiming to Double in Size, Blows Past Recruiting Goal
The Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force, John Bentivegna, announced an ambition to double the size of the service due to increasing demand for national security space capabilities. The recent rec...
Trump EPA Revokes Scientific Finding Critical for U.S. Climate Change Policy
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under President Trump has revoked a scientific finding that was crucial for the United States' stance on climate change policy. This decision undermines previ...
Trump says Netanyahu should be pardoned for corruption
US President Donald Trump suggested that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should be pardoned for corruption charges, expressing disappointment with Israeli President Isaac Herzog's lack of ac...
Judge temporarily blocks Pentagon action against Mark Kelly over illegal orders video
A judge has issued a temporary injunction halting the Department of Defense's (DOD) disciplinary actions against retired Army astronaut Mark Kelly in connection with his appearance on a political news...
How to operate drones in a battlespace where GPS can’t be trusted
The article discusses strategies for operating unmanned aerial systems (UAS) in contested and GPS-denied environments, emphasizing the necessity of maintaining drone operations despite potential disru...
700,000 Western-brand cars sold in Russia since Ukraine invasion, routed through China bypassing sanctions – Reuters
Since the start of the conflict in Ukraine, an estimated 700,000 vehicles from Western brands such as BMW, Toyota, and Mercedes have been illegally imported into Russia. These car imports were reroute...
ULA Successfully Launches Space Force Mission, Despite Booster Anomaly
United Launch Alliance's Vulcan rocket successfully completed its second mission for the U.S. Space Force on February 12th. The launch carried multiple payloads to geosynchronous orbit, despite encoun...
Daily Memo: US Piles More Pressure on Iran, Russian Oil Production Falls Short
The U.S. Treasury Secretary announced plans for additional military deployments towards Iran as instructed by President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. While specific details of these...
Head of War Department Sends 'Hardline' Pentagon Representative to NATO Meeting to Pressure Europe
The Head of the War Department has dispatched a hardline representative from the Pentagon to attend NATO meetings aimed at pressuring European countries to increase their defense commitments....
Without Comment... Trump Shares Report on Preparing for Second Aircraft Carrier Deployment in Middle East
President Donald Trump shared a news report discussing preparations for deploying an additional aircraft carrier to the Middle East region. The report did not include any direct comments or statements...
Pentagon let CBP use anti-drone laser before FAA closed El Paso airspace: Report
The Department of Defense permitted U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to use an anti-drone laser system before the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) instituted a 10-day no-fly zone over El ...
Why the J-15 “Flying Shark” Fighter Makes China’s Aircraft Carriers A Problem for the U.S. Navy
The J-15 'Flying Shark', China's operational carrier-based fighter derived from the Soviet Su-33, represents a critical milestone in maritime aviation capability for the People's Liberation Army Navy ...
China’s BYD and Geely bid for Nissan-Mercedes Mexico plant to dodge Trump tariffs
BYD and Geely, major Chinese automakers, are among the contenders bidding for the acquisition of a joint Mexican plant operated by Nissan and Mercedes-Benz. This strategic move aims to secure a manufa...
China’s New H-20 Stealth Bomber Is Facing ‘Significant Engineering Hurdles’
According to General Stephen Davis of the U.S. Global Strike Command, China's new H-20 stealth bomber is encountering significant engineering challenges in terms of stealth materials and engine perfor...
Lockheed Martin, Fujitsu Sign Initial Contract for SPY-7 Radar Power Supply Units for Japan’s ASEV
On February 12, Lockheed Martin and Japanese technology company Fujitsu signed a contract in Tokyo to supply power units for the Subarray Suite (SAS) of the SPY-7 radar system chosen by Japan’s Mariti...
Pentagon's Political Affairs Undersecretary Wants an Atlantic Alliance Built on Partnership, Not Dependence
The Pentagon's Undersecretary for Political Affairs advocates for strengthening NATO through partnerships rather than dependence among member states. This approach emphasizes shared responsibility and...
U.S. Marine Corps Advances Plans for Drone Wingman
The U.S. Marine Corps is progressing with plans to integrate drone wingmen into its operations, likely in response to growing concerns over the increasing threat posed by China. The article suggests t...
Boeing's JDAM LR Anti-Ship, Mining Bomber Payloads
Boeing has developed the JDAM Long Range (JDAM LR) from its existing guided-bomb technology. This new capability allows for striking targets or deploying minefields up to 300 nautical miles away....
British company tests HYDRA-400 ultra heavy-lift drone
The HYDRA-400 drone, designed and manufactured by Hybrid Drones in Hampshire, UK, successfully completed its maiden flight. The aircraft is capable of lifting up to 400 kilograms and has attracted int...
U.S.-India Space Forum In Bangalore Draws 200+ Leaders, Seals Pathways For Mutual Synergies
The U.S.-India Space Business Forum concluded on February 11th in Bengaluru after two days of discussions attended by over 200 participants from government and industry. The event, hosted by the U.S. ...
FCC Space Bureau chief shares agenda for regulatory reform
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) Space Bureau aims for an ambitious regulatory reform agenda. Key objectives include allocating more spectrum for space activities, simplifying satell...
AeroVironment's LOCUST Counter-Drone Laser Used by U.S. Army Near El Paso Airport, Sources Say
Sources report that the U.S. Army is deploying AeroVironment's LOCUST (Land-Based Optical Counter-Converged Unmanned Air System Technology) laser system near El Paso International Airport in Texas to ...
Russia still sees US as its top adversary, Estonian intelligence report says
According to an Estonian intelligence report, Russia maintains that the United States remains its primary adversary despite gestures towards normalized relations being described merely as an 'illusory...
I was wrong about fighting China in 2025. But the US still isn’t ready for that fight.
A retired U.S. general acknowledges he was incorrect about predicting a conflict with China by 2025 and expresses concern that the United States is still not prepared for such a potential clash....
VA reorganization projected to cost at least $312 million
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has unveiled plans for significant restructuring under the RISE initiative, targeting a reduction in administrative costs and an enhancement in clinical ca...
US Navy on the hunt for strike drones that can launch from any warship
The US Navy seeks armed drones capable of launching from various locations including austere conditions and non-carrier surface ships....
Iran Unwilling to Compromise on Missile Capabilities
Iran has refused US demands to cease uranium enrichment activities but indicated openness to negotiating over the extent and purity of this process or establishing a regional consortium....
Pentagon to Deploy 200 US Troops to Nigeria
The Pentagon has announced plans to send approximately 200 U.S. troops to Nigeria. The move aims to enhance training and security cooperation with Nigerian forces, targeting the fight against Boko Har...
NATO Announces Launch of 'Arctic Guard' Initiative
NATO has formally announced the launch of an initiative called 'Arctic Guard'. This new project aims to address security challenges specific to the Arctic region....
As naval combat evolves, there will be few ‘safe havens’ in a future war
The article discusses how modern naval combat is evolving and drawing comparisons with World War II era warfare due to current threats like drones and missile attacks observed in recent operations. It...
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