Tom Kington
Tom Kington is the Italy correspondent for Defense News.
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Italian defense-spending rise may underwhelm new US leader
Rome's defense spending has been increasing at a steady rate but is unlikely to be fast enough for Donald Trump.
Italy confirms air defense battery earmarked for Ukraine
Officials in Rome have made public what was long rumored, while Dutch defense leaders are trying to scrounge up another Patriot unit for Ukraine.
Cash in hand for armored vehicles, Italy weighs its clout in Europe
Officials in Rome will soon pick industry alliances for a multibillion-dollar infantry fighting vehicle and, potentially, Europe's next-gen tank.
UAE buys patrol vessels from Edge Group, Fincantieri joint venture
The $435 million deal is for 10 offshore patrol vessels based on upgraded versions of Saettia-class ships.
Italy mulls delivery of another SAMP/T system to Ukraine, says source
The battery Italy would send is based in Kuwait and is one of five now operated by Italy, after one was sent to Ukraine last year.
Fincantieri buys Leonardo’s torpedo unit in deal that could reach $446M
Originally known as WASS, the torpedo unit saw €160 million in revenue last year.
Italy, France target land warfare in new industry partnership deal
The move comes as Italy seeks to join long-awaited Franco-German tank program.
Italy has given Ukraine long-range missiles, says UK defense minister
The announcement by Grant Shapps lifts the veil on some of Italy's secrecy when it comes to military aid for Ukraine.
Nigeria expects first batch of Leonardo M-346 fighter jets this year
This year kicks off a delivery schedule for the light fighter plane that entails four batches of six aircraft each for the African nation.
Russia funneling weapons through Libyan port, eying gateway to Africa
The dynamic is partly due to America "misplaying" eastern Libyan warlord Gen. Khalifa Haftar, said one issue expert.
