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Trump Signs Defense Bill Requiring Pentagon to Release Images of Strikes Off Venezuela
President Trump has signed into law a defense bill that includes provisions compelling the Department of Defense (DoD) to release footage or images from any military strikes conducted off the coast of...
Poland is launching a new military training programme. How will citizens respond to it?
Poland is enhancing its military preparedness through a new training program. However, public attitudes towards increased defense involvement are divided, as indicated by recent surveys....
Achieving DoD Acquisition Goals
Scott E. Chandler from the Lexington Institute discusses his long-standing interest in defense acquisition reform due to the significant challenges and high stakes involved....
Tribunal Orders Removal of BrahMos CEO Over Lapses After Top Scientist Complains
The Central Administrative Tribunal in Hyderabad has ordered Dr Jaiteerth R Joshi, Director General and Chief Executive Officer of BrahMos Aerospace, to be removed from his position following a compla...
Tonbo Imaging Clinches L-1 Spot For ₹37.28 Cr Indian Army TI Sights Deal On Sig Sauer-716 Rifles For 1775 Units
Tonbo Imaging, an advanced imaging and sensor systems company based in Bengaluru, has secured a contract to provide 1775 Thermal Imaging sights for Indian Army's Sig Sauer-716 rifles as the lowest bid...
Senator agrees with Pentagon - after urging to reject orders
A senator has concurred with the Department of Defense's stance after being encouraged to reject directives from the military command. The resolution follows a period where there were calls within pol...
Senator Kelly Sues Pentagon Over Punitive Actions Deemed Unconstitutional
Senator Bernie Sanders' colleague, Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT), known as Senator Kelly mistakenly here, is taking legal action against the Department of Defense for punitive actions directed at him wh...
Kelly sues Pentagon over attempts to punish him
U.S. Senator Mark Kelly has filed a lawsuit against the Department of Defense, alleging retaliatory actions following his warnings about receiving illegal orders....
Donald Trump on Greenland: 'Their defense relies on two missile sites with dogs'
The article mentions Donald Trump's statements regarding Greenland’s defense capabilities, highlighting his comment that the country's defense is based on just two missile sites manned by dogs and imp...
Donald Trump on Greenland: 'Their defense relies on two missile sites with dogs'
In recent comments, former US President Donald Trump criticized Greenland's military defenses, stating they primarily depend on just two missile sites that are guarded by dogs. He also asserted the U....
Navy To Induct Stealth Frigate Taragiri In February
The Indian Navy plans to commission its newest stealth frigate, Taragiri, in February 2026. This event represents a significant milestone for the navy's self-reliance efforts in defense manufacturing ...
Russia’s modernized 1970s Soviet missile can be intercepted but only from space: Expert says Romania, Poland, Germany hold key
An expert states that while Russia's updated 1970s-era missile system can be intercepted, it requires a space-based capability, which poses challenges for current defense systems like Ukraine's Patrio...
Elbit Systems Completes Assembly of First Sigma NG Self-Propelled Howitzer in US
Israeli defense company Elbit Systems has completed the assembly of its first Sigma NG self-propelled howitzer at a facility in the United States. The Sigma NG is designed to provide rapid and accurat...
The digital defense depot: Moving IP from digital to physical
John Ustica discusses how a framework for video streaming might be an answer to the ongoing debate between the Pentagon and independent contractors regarding the right to repair. This solution could h...
USAF consolidates some acquisition program offices into mission-focused groups
The US Air Force (USAF) has moved towards consolidating its acquisition program offices into mission-focused groups, under the leadership of newly designated 'portfolio acquisition executives'. Many o...
Army Chief Gen Dwivedi Urges Indigenous Tech For Jointness, Self-Reliance, And Innovation To Ensure Future Readiness
Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi issued New Year greetings on January 1, 2026, stressing the Indian Army's transformation for future readiness. In an X post from the Additional Directorate ...
Pentagon Includes Future Drone Tests in Year-End Report
The Pentagon has included results and updates from tests of future drone technology as part of its year-end report. The details provided focus on advancements and milestones achieved with the drone te...
German Defense Minister: Russia-NATO Conflict Unlikely Until 2030
The German Defense Minister expresses optimism about the stability of relations between NATO and Russia until at least 2030, suggesting a low likelihood of military conflict in that timeframe....
Acquisition Reform vs. Congress: Who Will Win?
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced intentions for more aggressive acquisition reforms by shifting from program-focused acquisitions to portfolio concepts that allow for flexible funding alloc...
Europe’s R&D defence spending surges amid Ukraine war. Which EU country splurges the most?
Defense research and development (R&D) spending across Europe has surged by 90% in recent years, primarily attributed to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Despite this increase, specific data on individua...
What the Army's Project Convergence Will Look Like
Project Convergence began modestly with limited soldier participation in the Arizona desert. Details of its current and future scope are discussed....
Belgium doubles down on drone defenses following mystery flights
Belgium has announced an expansion of its anti-drone capabilities with a €50 million budget allocation to combat recent illegal drone flights over sensitive areas....
Senator Mark Kelly Sues Department of Defense
U.S. Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ) has filed a lawsuit against the Department of Defense for allegedly failing to provide adequate protection at military funeral sites. The senator believes there is an ob...
Indian Army Renames ATAGS as 'Amogh' (Infallible) Ahead of Army Day Parade, Signalling Trust in Native Defence Solutions
India's Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS), an indigenous artillery project, has been renamed 'Amogh', meaning 'Infallible'. The new name was announced ahead of the Army Day parade, indicatin...
Albania Acquires Weapons that Saved Ukraine at the War's Start
The article discusses Albania acquiring weapons that were apparently effective during the early stages of the Ukrainian conflict....
AfD lawmaker files eight drone-defense inquiries in one day; minister: “Kremlin task list”
A representative of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has lodged eight separate inquiries regarding drone defense measures and the transit of Western military hardware through Thuringia within a...
MP hails Babcock workforce at Rosyth
Dunfermline and Dollar MP Graeme Downie hailed the workforce at Rosyth during the keel laying ceremony of the Royal Navy's third Type 31 frigate, HMS Formidable. His speech was an appreciation for the...
Pentagon's Books Don't Add Up: Suspends Internal Financial Audit for Eighth Year in a Row
The Department of Defense has once again failed to pass its internal financial audit, marking the eighth consecutive year this has occurred. This situation continues to raise questions about transpare...
Turkish defense ministry describes tricky shoot-down of wayward drone
The Turkish Armed Forces have recently had to neutralize unmanned surface vehicles and drifting sea mines coming from the Black Sea region....
Pete Hegseth Mocks Russian Air Defenses After US Venezuela Incursion
During an event, Pete Hegseth mocked Russian air defenses after about 200 American personnel conducted a mission in Caracas, Venezuela. He suggested that the presence of these American forces indicate...
DRDO Has Given Quantum Jump To India's Pursuit of Self-Reliance In Defence: DRDO Chief Samir Kamat
On its 68th anniversary on January 1st, 2026, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) highlighted progress in achieving defense self-reliance for India. DRDO Chairman Samir V Kamat ad...
As JD Vance meeting looms, Greenland condemns ‘disrespectful’ sale talk
Prime Ministers of Greenland and Denmark are showing unity against pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump's administration regarding discussions about purchasing Greenland....
Zelenskyy Appoints Rudnytsky as Deputy Head of SBU
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Igor Rudnytsky as the new deputy head of Ukraine's Security Service (SBU). The appointment comes amid ongoing military operations where the SBU pl...
Senator Mark Kelly Files Lawsuit Against Pentagon
U.S. Senator Mark Kelly has initiated legal proceedings against the Department of Defense (Pentagon) concerning an unspecified matter. Details of the lawsuit and its implications have not been disclos...
NATO Secretary General Rasmussen Praises Bayraktar TB2: Impressed by Your Technology
During a visit, NATO's Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen expressed admiration for the Turkish drone Bayraktar TB2, emphasizing that he was more impressed with its technology than anything else....
Trump's Attempt To Acquire Greenland: Defense Measures? Just Two Sled Dogs
The article discusses President Trump's interest in potentially acquiring Greenland and questions the country's defense capabilities. It highlights that Greenland's current military defenses are rudim...
Trump on Greenland: Their defense relies on two fishing rods with dogs
Former US President Donald Trump commented that the defense of Greenland primarily depends on rudimentary equipment such as two fishing rods and dogs, suggesting inadequacy in military preparedness....
Trump says Greenland's defense consists of two dog sled teams
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has made comments suggesting that Greenland's current defensive capabilities amount to only two dog sled teams. This statement highlights a stark understatement or p...
75,000 NCC Cadets Provided Critical Medical Support and Civil Assistance During Operation Sindoor: DG
Director General Lt Gen Virendra Vats reported that approximately 75,000 National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets participated in Operation Sindoor, assisting civil administration and providing critical medi...
Pentagon Pizza Index Records Increased Orders During Holidays
The Pentagon Pizza Index, which monitors pizza orders from military personnel during holiday seasons, has noted a significant increase in orders, possibly reflecting the popularity of pizza as a comfo...
German Defense Minister Pistorius Does Not Believe in Possible Conflict Between Russia and NATO
German Defense Minister Christine Lambertz-Pistoriuss expressed skepticism about the possibility of conflict between Russia and NATO. She emphasized her commitment to maintaining close relations with ...
Severe Clashes Between Kairidis and Davakis at Defense Committee: 'Absence of Dendias Threatens Parliament' – 'I Call You Back to Order'
A severe clash erupted between Nikos Kairidis (Greens-EKMEKKA) and Petros Davakis (Unemployed Left Movement) during a meeting of the Greek Parliament's Defense Committee. The disagreement escalated wi...
Grundman in Aviation Week on Pentagon acquisition reform
Steven Grundman, Senior Fellow at Forward Defense, wrote an article for Aviation Week discussing the necessity of speed and flexibility in reforming U.S. defense acquisition processes....
Russian Air Defense in Venezuela Failed - Why and Is Russia to Blame?
An analysis of a failure in Russian air defense systems deployed in Venezuela highlights potential gaps in the equipment's effectiveness or operational strategy. The article questions whether there is...
Trump: 'Greenland's defense relies on two moose with dogs'
President Donald Trump stated that Greenland's military defense strategy supposedly hinges on just two moose accompanied by dogs, implying inadequate infrastructure or capabilities in comparison to tr...
Trump on Greenland: 'Its defense relies on two dogs with sleds'
Former U.S. President Donald Trump commented on Greenland's military preparedness, stating that its defense capabilities are minimal, relying heavily on imagery suggesting weak defensive mechanisms in...
Donald Trump on Greenland: 'Their defense relies on two missile pads with dogs'
Former US President Donald Trump made comments about Greenland's defensive capabilities, suggesting it depends solely on two missile pads guarded by dogs. He also remarked that the United States would...
Schiebel Successfully Concludes Initial Camcopter S-300 Flights in France
Austrian company Schiebel has concluded its initial flight test program for the CAMCOPTER S-300 drone at CESA Drones' test site near Bordeaux, France. The series of flights expanded the operational ca...
CDS General Anil Chauhan commends NCC cadets, inspires them build Viksit Bharat
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan visited the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp in Delhi Cantonment on Tuesday. During his visit, he encouraged cadets to contribute towards ...
US Senator Files Complaint Against Pentagon and Defense Minister Hegset
A US senator has filed a complaint against the Pentagon and an unnamed defense minister (referred to as 'Hegset' in the article) without additional details provided....
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