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msnbc.compolitics38 min ago
France to Allow Ukraine to Produce French Bombs and Missiles Domestically
President Macron announced that France will grant Ukraine licenses to manufacture AASM guided bombs, SCALP cruise missiles, and ASTER surface-to-air missiles domestically. @Osinttechnical reported the statement.
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foxnews.compolitics3 hrs ago
Israel to Accelerate Talks with Trump Administration on Future MoU
The Israeli government plans to speed up negotiations with the Trump administration over a future Memorandum of Understanding. An expected return visit to Washington this week will launch the accelerated discussions. Parameters for military items in 2039 must be set years ahead.
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vanguardngr.comworld4 hrs ago
Nine European Countries and Ukraine Form Coalition for Anti-Ballistic Capabilities
Nine European countries and Ukraine announced a coalition to develop anti-ballistic systems. The group cited the growing threat of ballistic missiles as the reason for the effort.
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world4 hrs ago
CSIS Report Finds U.S. Defense Industrial Base Gaining Capacity but Still Short on Resilience
A new CSIS study shows measurable gains in the U.S. defense sector since late 2025. New firms and contract spending have risen sharply. Gaps remain in lead times, stockpiles, and supply chains.
Breaking Defenseworld5 hrs ago
Rocket Lab Launches Electron for US Space Force Victus Haze Mission
A Rocket Lab Electron lifted off June 19 from New Zealand carrying a spacecraft for the US Space Force Victus Haze demonstration. Rocket Lab and True Anomaly will conduct unscripted rendezvous and proximity operations over the next six months.
Breaking Defenseworld7 hrs ago
Auterion and Skyfall to Supply 50,000 FPV Drones to Ukrainian Forces
The U.S. firm will equip Skyfall Shrike drones with Skynode S autonomy software under a contract funded by Germany. Deliveries began this week and will continue through the coming months.
abcnews.go.compolitics2 hrs agoUpdated
Macron Says Europe Ready to Defend Freedom With Blood if Needed
French President Emmanuel Macron stated that Europe stands ready to defend itself and freedom at the cost of blood if necessary. The remarks came one day before a Paris summit of at least 25 leaders from the coalition of the willing.
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thenextweb.comai9 hrs ago
European Defense Startup Helsing Raises $1.8 Billion at $18 Billion Valuation
Helsing announced the round on Monday with participation from new and existing investors. The Munich-based firm makes drones and AI software supplied in part to Ukraine.
legalinsurrection.comscience11 hrs ago
Pentagon Halts Reviews for 155 Onshore Wind Projects Citing Radar Interference with Drone Detection
The Defense Department has paused reviews for projects totaling 44 gigawatts in 24 states for nearly a year. Developers report $2 billion in added costs and missed federal tax credit deadlines.
Defense Newsworld11 hrs ago
Hydis project passes final concept review but faces uncertain future as only one European hypersonic interceptor program will receive 2026 funding
The Hydis program validated its final concept review on Friday, selecting a solid-propellant rocket motor design. The effort competes with Hydef for future European Defence Fund support to counter hypersonic threats.
France 24world8 hrs agoUpdated
25-Nation Coalition Advances Defense Plans for Ukraine; US Provides Legislative and Production Support
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky joins leaders Monday to advance air defense cooperation and declare a multinational force ready once fighting ends. The meeting precedes France's Bastille Day parade on the Champs-Elysées.
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Atlantic Councilworld1 day ago
NATO Summit Held in Ankara as U.S.-Turkey Defense Ties Advance Amid Gulf Attendance
The 2026 NATO Summit took place in Ankara, Turkey, on July 7. US President Donald Trump attended and addressed European allies. The meeting occurred amid renewed escalation in the Strait of Hormuz.
theyeshivaworld.comtechnology1 day ago
U.S. Air Force Awards Nearly $6 Million Contract to Anomaly 6 for Anomalous Health Incidents Support
The contract supports the Anomalous Health Incidents Cross Functional Team through September. Anomaly 6 will supply location intelligence and data visualizations under Project Yellowfin.
zerohedge.comworld1 day ago
L3Harris Completes First Full-Scale Ground Test of New Solid Fuel Ramjet
@zerohedge reported that L3Harris conducted its first full-scale ground test of a new solid fuel ramjet fuel grain formulated for lower costs. Initial results matched expectations for flight operation.
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abcnews.go.comfinance1 day ago
U.S. to License Patriot Production in Ukraine
President Trump told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy this week that the United States will grant a license for Ukraine to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors. A House Foreign Affairs Committee member said U.S. defense contractors have an interest in complying with th…
abcnews.go.compolitics2 days ago
U.S. Defense Contractors Benefit from Ukraine Producing Patriot Interceptors
A senior Republican lawmaker said U.S. defense contractors including Lockheed Martin would gain if Ukraine manufactures Patriot missile interceptors. The statement follows a pledge that the U.S. would grant a license for the weapons system.
Atlantic Councilpolitics2 days ago
U.S. and Europe sign $3 billion in defense deals at NATO summit as U.S. reviews troop cuts in Europe
The United States and European allies announced multiple defense deals worth about $3 billion at the NATO Summit in Ankara, Turkey. The contracts involve missile production, drone sales and joint ventures among U.S. firms and European partners.
world2 days ago
Philippine Defence Chief Limits Military Talks With Beijing Over Scarborough Shoal
Manila will keep only limited military communication channels open with China. Defence chief Gilberto Teodoro Jnr cited lack of good faith and respect for territorial integrity after a command conference with President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr.
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Yonhapworld2 days ago
South Korea and NATO to Begin Talks on Defense Procurement Framework
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung attended the NATO summit in Ankara this week and proposed expanding defense cooperation beyond arms sales. The two sides agreed to start negotiations on a procurement framework agreement.
Japan Timespolitics2 days ago
New Zealand and India announce strategic partnership
New Zealand and India announced a strategic partnership covering defense and security during a visit by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The agreement follows a free-trade pact signed in April.
nypost.comworld2 days ago
U.S. Air Force Sets Two-Pilot Crew Standard for B-21 Raider
The service announced on July 10 that the stealth bomber will operate with two pilots. It had previously studied a single-pilot plus weapon systems officer configuration.
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ai3 days ago
Air Force Research Laboratory directs contractors to remove Anthropic products by Sept. 1 while DoD extends overall deadline to Sept. 29
The directive sets a deadline nearly a month ahead of the Pentagon-wide target of Sept. 29. It follows a series of memos that adjusted removal timelines after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the ban in February.
focustaiwan.twworld3 days ago
Ukraine to Hold First Meeting in France on Proposed Domestic Ballistic-Missile Defense System
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the meeting will occur in the coming days. It advances efforts to produce a lower-cost system to counter Russian ballistic missiles. The announcement follows NATO aid pledges and a U.S. licensing commitment.
news.google.comworld3 days ago
Russia Confirms Talks With Turkey Over S-400 Transfer
Russia stated it is in discussions with Turkey regarding the future of Turkish S-400 systems. Turkish officials have considered moving the systems to a Gulf country to address a U.S. restriction on F-35 deliveries.
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Breaking Defenseworld3 days ago
U.S. Navy and Defense Innovation Unit Seek Containerized Electronic-Warfare Systems for Surface Vessels
The Defense Innovation Unit and Navy posted a solicitation Thursday for the Spectacular MIST Challenge to accelerate containerized payloads on manned and unmanned surface vessels. The effort targets open-system capabilities for radar simulation, electronic attack, and surveillanc…
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news.google.compolitics3 days ago
Turkey Seeks F-35 Jets After U.S. Congress Passes Related Legislation
Turkey continues to request F-35 aircraft from the United States following congressional action on the issue. President Donald Trump stated he has not decided on the matter.
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world3 days ago
U.S. Grants Ukraine License to Manufacture Patriot Missiles
The United States granted Ukraine a license to manufacture Patriot missiles domestically. Officials described the move as a long-term investment, while some analysts questioned whether Ukraine can sustain production costs.
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news.google.compolitics3 days ago
Turkey Seeks U.S. Sanctions Relief and F-35 Jets While Still Holding Russian S-400s
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Friday that Ankara and Washington are working to lift sanctions tied to Turkey's S-400 purchase and to allow F-35 acquisitions. President Trump announced the sanctions would end during a visit to Ankara earlier in the week.
ndtv.comworld3 days ago
EU Allows Ukraine to Use Defense Loan for UK Arms Purchases Without Upfront UK Fee
The EU is finalizing plans to allow Ukraine to use part of its €60 billion defense loan to purchase arms from UK companies. London would contribute based on contract values without an upfront fee. An announcement could come Monday at a Paris summit.
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Defense Newsworld3 days ago
U.S. Marines on Guam test medium-range air-defense system during exercise
U.S. Marines on Guam intercepted an aerial target with the Medium-Range Intercept Capability system on June 30, 2026. The test took place during Exercise Valiant Shield at Camp Blaz. Defense News reported the firing as the first validation of the Corps' new medium-range air defen…
algemeiner.comfinance3 days ago
Israel Advances Arrow 4 Interceptor to Serial Production With AI Capabilities
Business Insider reported that Israel is developing Arrow 4 and Arrow 5 interceptors for its Arrow missile defense system. Arrow 4 is nearing serial production and will incorporate artificial intelligence.
Breaking Defenseworld3 days ago
Germany Awards Contract for Naval High-Energy Laser Weapon
The German armed forces equipment office signed a contract in June with two companies to develop a high-energy laser weapon system for naval vessels. The system is expected to reach operational status in 2029 at a cost in the mid three-digit million-euro range.
Al-Monitorpolitics3 days ago
Turkey May Resell Russian S-400s to Gulf Buyer to Seek End to U.S. Sanctions, Kremlin Says Contact Continues
Russia confirmed ongoing talks with Turkey about the future of Ankara's Russian-made S-400 air defense systems. Turkish media reported a possible resale to a Gulf country aimed at easing U.S. sanctions.
helsinkitimes.fiworld3 days ago
Italy Expels Two Russian Military Attaches After Police Break Up Alleged Espionage Ring
Italian police dismantled an alleged Russian GRU espionage network in Rome that sought details on air defense systems sent to Ukraine. Authorities arrested two former Italian intelligence officials and expelled the Russian attaches, including Mikhail Astakov. Defense News reporte…
Yonhapworld3 days ago
South Korea Picks Gwangju Airport for Chip Cluster While U.S. Notes Military Interests There
The U.S. military said July 10 it holds important interests at the Gwangju military airport, which South Korea plans to relocate for a semiconductor production cluster. Samsung Electronics and SK hynix intend to invest 800 trillion won in the southwestern Honam area.
thenextweb.comworld3 days ago
Mach Industries Wins Pentagon Contract to Develop Long-Range Unmanned Aircraft
@zerohedge reported that Mach Industries secured a Defense Innovation Unit contract to develop the Atlas long-range unmanned aircraft for the Navy's RIMES program. The hybrid-electric platform will offer runway-independent operations and a 1,400-nautical-mile range. Whisper Aero…
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politics3 days ago
Pentagon Signs Two Laser Weapon Agreements Worth Up to $847 Million
The Office of the Undersecretary of War for Research and Engineering finalized two Joint Laser Weapon System agreements on Thursday. The contracts, valued at $86 million initially, aim to develop directed-energy systems capable of countering drone swarms and other aerial threats.
Al-Monitorpolitics3 days ago
Democratic Senators Urge Block on Defense Bill Over Israel Cooperation
Six Democratic senators led by Chris Van Hollen sent a letter calling on colleagues to block the National Defense Authorization Act until the Senate debates new measures to deepen U.S.-Israel military and intelligence ties. The letter criticizes any steps that would strengthen re…
globalresearch.cafinance4 days ago
Defense Department requests $67 billion supplemental funding
The Defense Department, funded with nearly a trillion dollars, is running out of cash according to multiple officials. It requested supplemental funding to cover operations until the October budget.
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globalnews.capolitics4 days ago
Ukraine Leader Says Licenses for Patriot Production Discussed With U.S. Officials
Ukraine's president stated that licenses for Patriot missile production were discussed in detail with U.S. officials. The country will receive PAC-3 interceptors in coming days, and further talks on the licenses will continue.
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interestingengineering.compolitics4 days ago
Germany Plans Ground-Launched Tomahawk Purchase, Requests Typhon Launchers
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced the deal after the NATO Summit in Ankara. A letter of intent was signed for up to 400 Block Vb missiles and Typhon launchers. The purchase addresses a gap in Germany's long-range fires until European systems enter service in the 2030s.
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Breaking Defenseworld4 days ago
Army Selects Caterpillar, Forterra, IDV USA and Overland AI for Breaching Program
The U.S. Army chose four vendors for its Engineer Autonomous Breaching Capability program on July 8. The effort develops unmanned systems to clear obstacles and minefields while reducing risk to soldiers.
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Breaking Defenseworld4 days ago
U.S. Army Selects Four Vendors for Engineer Autonomous Breaching Program
The Army chose Caterpillar, Forterra, IDV USA and Overland AI to develop unmanned systems that can breach obstacles and minefields. Awards are expected in coming weeks and will lead to tests ending early next year.
Al Jazeerapolitics4 days ago
U.S. to Transfer Patriot Missile Production Know-How to Ukraine
President Trump said this week at the NATO summit in Ankara that Ukraine may soon gain a license to manufacture the defensive missiles. Production faces delays of years and shared U.S. supply constraints.
interestingengineering.comworld4 days agoUpdated
Germany to Buy U.S. Tomahawk Missiles and Host Them on Its Territory
Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced the purchase on July 9 after sealing the deal at a NATO summit in Ankara. Washington will grant formal approval in August for the missiles and Typhon launchers.
politics4 days ago
NATO Officials Say Drone Stockpiles Risk Becoming Outdated, Urge New Procurement Models
Tarja Jaakola and Carsten Breuer said traditional stockpiling of drones risks rapid obsolescence by 2029. They urged strategic partnerships with industry and faster feedback loops drawn from Ukraine's experience.
Breaking Defenseworld4 days ago
Army Launches Low-Cost Interceptor Program to Counter Drone Threat
The U.S. Army started its low-cost interceptor program to address high consumption of expensive air-defense missiles against low-end drone threats. Analysts said the effort aligns with current combat needs but noted production and budget hurdles ahead.
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ukdefencejournal.org.ukworld4 days ago
Damen Shipyards Designs Amphibious Ships Under UK-Netherlands £2.4 Billion Deal
@business reported that Dutch shipmaker Damen Shipyards is developing designs for new amphibious transport ships. The vessels form part of a £2.4 billion ($3.2 billion) agreement between the UK and the Netherlands.
The War Zonepolitics4 days ago
U.S. Approves License for Ukraine to Manufacture Interceptors Locally
The United States granted a license allowing Ukraine to produce Patriot PAC-3 MSE interceptors domestically. The decision follows reports of Ukrainian interceptor shortages and comes amid expanded Russian missile output.
theaviationist.compolitics5 days ago
NATO selects Saab to build next radar surveillance aircraft
NATO chose Saab over Boeing to develop its next airborne radar plane. The decision follows U.S. delays on the E-7 program.
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abcnews.go.compolitics5 days ago
U.S. to Replace Qatar Gift Plane for Presidential Use
The U.S. will replace a luxury aircraft received from Qatar after questions arose over its temporary role. The change comes as Boeing faces delays delivering new Air Force One aircraft.
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globalnews.capolitics5 days ago
Canadian Company Begins Supplying Drones to Ukraine
A Canadian firm has begun manufacturing and delivering drones to Ukraine. CBC aired a 4-minute-19-second video segment on the production two hours before July 8, 2026.
The War Zoneworld5 days ago
UK and Netherlands to Build Eight Amphibious Ships Replacing Three Retiring Vessels
The United Kingdom and the Netherlands announced a £2.4 billion program on July 7 to construct eight landing platform dock ships. Each nation will receive four vessels based on a Dutch design, with construction in UK shipyards. The ships are slated to enter service in the early 2…
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screenrant.comscience5 days ago
NATO Allies Begin Exploring Multinational Military Satellite Constellation
Eight NATO members announced the HALO project to network sovereign military satellites for communications, intelligence and missile tracking. Canada and Spain joined separate alliance space initiatives while Turkey outlined plans for two new satellites.
Yonhapworld5 days ago
South Korean President Travels to Mongolia for First State Visit in 15 Years
President Lee Jae Myung ended a two-day visit to Ankara on July 8 after meetings with NATO leaders and a defense industry forum. He is traveling to Ulaanbaatar for a state visit and summit with Mongolian President Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh.
rediff.compolitics5 days ago
U.S. President Trump considers F-35 sale to Turkey
Greek officials have privately raised concerns that a potential U.S. F-35 sale to Turkey could shift the military balance in the Aegean Sea. Athens has conveyed its objections to multiple U.S. administrations.
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Yonhapworld5 days ago
South Korean and Norwegian leaders hold defense and trade talks on NATO summit sidelines
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store held bilateral talks July 8 in Ankara on the sidelines of the NATO summit. They discussed defense industry cooperation, trade and technology, building on a January artillery deal. Yonhap reported t…
Semaforpolitics5 days ago
U.S. Weighs Disabling Turkish S-400 System to Restore F-35 Access
The Trump administration is considering asking Türkiye to disable parts of its Russian S-400 air-defense system as a condition for restoring access to F-35 fighter jets. The option has been discussed before but remains under review.
ynet.co.ilpolitics5 days agoUpdated
U.S. Considers Restoring Turkey's Access to F-35 Program
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he opposes any sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth canceled a planned meeting with Netanyahu and Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz that was to address the issue.
The Guardianpolitics4 days agoUpdated
Ukraine Needs Technical Details Finalized Before Producing Patriot Missiles
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on July 9 that additional agreements with the United States are required before Kyiv can begin manufacturing its own Patriot air-defense missiles. The comment followed President Trump's July 8 announcement of a licensing plan made durin…
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