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Opinion
Russia’s Shahed-type drones are losing their bite in Ukraine
Ukrainian air defenders have become more successful in shooting down the Iranian-designed drones, according to data compiled by analyst Federico Borsari.
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Opinion
When it comes to military AI, there is no second place
Our guest opinion writer argues that AI must be prioritized across military programs and platforms, or else America risks losing the AI race to China.
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Opinion
The US needs more pop-up air bases worldwide to keep enemies guessing
Large-scale Air Force exercise rescripted to address growing threats to large installations, argue analysts Bradley Bowman and Lydia LaFavor.
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Opinion
NATO states should abandon treaty banning the use of cluster munitions
Our guest authors argue that a treaty banning cluster bombs should be abandoned by NATO states, given the threat of Russia and China.
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Opinion
With the world on edge, defense stocks soar
Current conflicts have hardened the resolve of nations and brought security front and center to political discussions.
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Opinion
Not much has changed among the Top 100 defense market leaders
The latest edition of Defense News’ Top 100 illustrates the DOD's struggle to broaden and diversify its supplier base, the authors of this op-ed argue.
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Opinion
North Korea seeks to mirror the South’s defense sector boom
The defense sector in North Korea makes up between 30% and 60% of the nation's total economy.
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Opinion
Depth of magazine: Preparing the joint force for protracted conflict
The depth of America's magazine will determine the credibility of U.S. deterrence, writes the assistant commandant of the U.S. Marine Corps.
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Opinion
Transforming war: A strategic integration of unmanned aerial systems
Medal of Honor recipient and AE Industrial Vice President Florent Groberg discusses how unmanned aerial systems are reshaping modern battlefield dynamics.
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Opinion
The US Navy risks outsourcing control of its drones
As the Navy prepares to field drones in larger numbers, officials may unwittingly outsource the means of controlling them to private companies.
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Opinion
Germany must to raise its nuclear-deterrence IQ
There is little expertise in German society to weigh thorny questions surrounding nuclear deterrence vis-a-vis Russia, argues Karl-Heinz Kamp.
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Opinion
German brigade entering Lithuania is a welcome change for NATO
Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia are the NATO member states with the most pressing need for additional assets capable of deterring Russia.
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Opinion
NATO needs to defeat Russia in the ammunition war
NATO members should consider addressing at least three areas at their 2024 summit.
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Opinion
Should the Pentagon have used Commerce Department funds for semiconductors?
The U.S. Defense Department has successfully, albeit surreptitiously, swiped $3.5 billion from the Commerce Department’s CHIPS Act funding.
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Opinion
How achievable is the continuous Authority to Operate model?
Staying current requires agile development practices that continuously integrate and deliver high-quality software with reduced risk.
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Opinion
How Ukraine can defeat Russian glide bombs
In warfare, silver bullets are rare. Fighting often requires multiple capabilities and innovative or flexible use.
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Opinion
Why the US Air Force should keep Next Generation Air Dominance alive
It's time to explore alternative design and acquisition strategies to significantly reduce the cost of NGAD and expedite its delivery.
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