Hensoldt UK to build radar tech for Britain’s new naval supply shipsThe Royal Navy's future Fleet Solid Support ships will be equipped with a line of sensors designed to provide situational awareness in crowded waters.8 hours ago
Ukraine comms struggles spur European hunger for L3Harris radiosReliable, low-profile means of relaying battlefield information have become a linchpin for fighting in Eastern Europe.11 hours ago
Asia PacificJapan hastens pursuit of unmanned ground vehicles for its militaryForeign vendors are so far dominating Tokyo's lineup of trial robots, as the government tries to catch up on the use of unmanned systems.
Emirati F-35 prospects languish amid high-stakes Chinese, US courtingIn April, Abu Dhabi dispatched defense officials to Beijing and Washington for cooperation negotiations in a matter of weeks.32 hours ago
Lebanon’s military stagnates amid economic turmoil, Hezbollah influenceLebanon’s military is working with a U.N.-led force to improve security, but economic and political factors are hindering these efforts, analysts say.35 hours ago
OpinionBiden’s FY25 budget cuts missile defense when we need it more than everGiven the deteriorating security environment, it would seem that cutting missile defenses is the exact wrong thing to do at this point.2 days ago
House lawmakers press Austin on Rafah, Israel aid and Gaza pier plansDefense Secretary Lloyd Austin fielded several questions about the Pentagon's role in Gaza as Israel signals a Rafah invasion.2 days ago
China launches Pakistan’s Hangor submarine, despite engine row with GermanyThe initial Hangor II delivery timetable would have seen the four Chinese-built submarines delivered by 2023.2 days ago
US Marine Corps opens new center to more rapidly get tech to operatorsThe Marine Corps is trying to speed up its modernization through a new Fusion Center and a capability-centric acquisition approach.2 days ago
Volt Typhoon hacks likely to inspire copycats, CNMF’s Mahlock saysAttacks on critical infrastructure — food and water delivery, health care services, defense contracting and more — could hamper U.S. military response.2 days ago
Italy, France target land warfare in new industry partnership dealThe move comes as Italy seeks to join long-awaited Franco-German tank program.2 days ago
OpinionHow the US can reclaim leadership in advanced energetic materialsIt's time to restore what was once American leadership in the materials that most define the lethality and effectiveness of weapons systems.2 days ago
Lithuania eases red tape for defense firms looking to set up shopA new legislative package allows for companies to quickly start building manufacturing facilities, obtaining the necessary permits only later on.2 days ago
Soaring US munitions demand strains support for Israel, Ukraine, TaiwanThe military is having difficulty maintaining adequate munitions inventory levels as wars erupt in the Middle East, Europe and possibly the Pacific.3 days ago
Raytheon picks Spain’s Sener to make Patriot interceptor partsEngineers from both companies will co-develop a component that provides steering control for GEM-T missiles during flight.3 days ago
Marine unit found metal shavings in F-35 fuel, plastic tool in wingIn a memo obtained by Defense News, a Marine Corps squadron commander raises the alarm about the quality of Lockheed Martin's new F-35C jets.3 days ago
Italy has given Ukraine long-range missiles, says UK defense ministerThe announcement by Grant Shapps lifts the veil on some of Italy's secrecy when it comes to military aid for Ukraine.3 days ago
France offers to buy strategic assets from struggling IT firm AtosThe company, which is involved in France's nuclear-deterrent as well as land-warfare programs, is at risk of falling under foreign control.4 days ago
Austin calls European allies, seeking more Patriots for KyivThe U.S. secretary of defense has held multiple one-on-one calls with European allies this week, during which he raised the topic.6 days ago