Trump faces sharper questions over possible military action on Iran
The White House insists military options remain “on the table” regarding Iran, with the Islamic Republic convulsed by nationwide protests.
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French UN troops in Lebanon jam, chase off drone coming from Israel
According to a UNIFIL spokesperson, peacekeeping forces were “aggressively” approached by the drone that flew as close as 30 meters above them.
Carney vows to retool Canada’s weapons sourcing amid Trump threats
The new prime minister has promised to focus more on Canadian-built defense products and shift spending away from the purchases of U.S.-built equipment.
European Defence Fund funnels money to drones, hypersonic defense, AI
Ukraine’s defense industry was able to participate in EDF projects for the first time.
Turkey and Greece expand military confidence-building measures
Senior defense and military officials from the two NATO member nations, which have come close to war, met this week, as the alliance comes under pressure.
Safety fears keep most of India’s go-to military helicopters grounded
The grounding has strained the military’s fleet and forced the leasing of civilian helicopters as gap fillers.
French Navy rams explosive drone boat into cargo vessel in live test
The test explosion on April 26 will allow to France to perfect remotely-operated naval munition systems, including their guidance and pyrotechnics.
Global arms spending made biggest post-Cold War jump in 2024: Report
Money for weapons flows amply as the world contends with wars and crises.
India tops up its Rafale warplane buy with 26 carrier-capable jets
The Indian Navy will become the first international user of the French jet's naval variant, underscoring the strategic ties between the two countries.
European drone training sites mushroom in nod to Ukraine war tactics
With drones becoming a staple of modern warfare, nations are creating new test facilities to put them through their paces.
Estonia to launch explosives factory in regional rush for ammunition
The envisioned plant is a key part of Estonia's plan to significantly increase the production of artillery shells.
