General Atomics touts UK breakthrough in drone airspace integration
The achievement has been a long time coming for the U.S. drone vendor after spending spending $500 million and working for 11 years.
Europe
Rheinmetall to expand satellite business, citing Ukraine support deal
The joint venture with ICEYE will focus initially on manufacturing Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellites before expanding to other space capabilities.
Israel Aerospace Industries union reaches agreement with government
The disagreement had put the supply of the Arrow 3 air defense system to Germany under threat.
Netherlands to supply first Dutch-built CV90 IFVs to Ukraine in 2026
Ukrainian soldiers have reportedly praised the infantry combat vehicle for its armor, heat-signature reducing camouflage and firepower.
Estonian-made combat robots in Ukraine now come with Starlink
The new satellite connectivity feature allows the vehicles to be operated from thousands of miles away, according to the manufacturer.
Bill aims to strengthen contested logistics strategy in Pacific
Senators introduced bill today that aims to ensure the U.S. is on track to strengthen its contested logistics capability in Pacific to deter China.
US lifts weapons ban on controversial Ukrainian military unit
The U.S. had banned the regiment from using American weapons, citing the neo-Nazi ideology of some of its founders.
Lockheed offers Polish industry a seat at its rocket launcher table
Lockheed Martin is offering Poland’s defense industry an opportunity to participate in the production of guided multiple-launch rocket systems.
KNDS-Leonardo rupture could nix Italian Leopard 2 tank buy
A tersely worded KNDS statement on Tuesday put an end to another dream of land-systems consolidation in Europe.
Rheinmetall opens repair facility for combat vehicles in Ukraine
Two major German combat vehicle makers have now set up shop in Ukraine to service their products closer to the battlefield and establish long-term ties.
Junior enlisted pay bump to cost as much as two new aircraft carriers
A plan to boost young troops' pay by an extra 15% next year will cost more than $24 billion over the next five years, officials said.
