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news.sky.compolitics4 days ago
HMS Prince of Wales docks in Norway after propeller fault during NATO exercise
The Royal Navy aircraft carrier experienced a technical issue while participating in a NATO drill off Norway. The vessel entered Stavanger for repairs and will miss planned events marking 250 years since the U.S. Declaration of Independence.
Defense Newsworld6 days ago
Dutch Plant Begins Assembly of Combat Robots for Ukraine
Estonia's Milrem Robotics opened an assembly line in the Netherlands to produce THeMIS unmanned ground vehicles. The first unit has been completed for the Dutch government as part of a pledge to supply more than 100 robots to Ukraine.
Forbesfinance10 days ago
Iran Attacks Highlight Iraqi Kurdistan Air Defense Gap
Iranian and militia strikes during the February-April 2026 war exposed the lack of independent air defenses in Iraqi Kurdistan. U.S. and British systems protected only coalition sites near Erbil airport. No timeline exists for Kurdish forces to acquire their own systems.
The Japan Timesworld10 days ago
Japan and Philippines to Discuss Surface-to-Ship Missile Exports
Defense ministers from Japan and the Philippines agreed to begin talks on exporting surface-to-ship missiles. The discussions follow recent joint military exercises and a new bilateral access agreement.
theaviationist.comworld14 days ago
Israel Receives First Boeing KC-46 Tanker From U.S.
Israel has taken delivery of its first Boeing KC-46 aerial refueling tanker. The aircraft is the first of at least six units scheduled for transfer.
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finance17 days ago
Pentagon Evaluation Group Reviews Ballistic Ball Caps for Military Testing
A Department of Defense contractor said some Army and Marine Corps units may soon test ballistic ball caps and patrol caps made by R-12. The caps are designed to reduce the energy of certain handgun rounds. Interest in the gear followed a fatal shooting of two West Virginia Natio…
Atlantic Councilworld22 days ago
U.S. Defense Officials Consider National Battery Strategy to Reduce China Dependence
The Atlantic Council reported that batteries power military drones, sensors, and robotics. China controls over 80 percent of global battery cell production and 98 percent of LFP cathode output. The report recommends a U.S. strategy focused on new supply chains and advanced batter…
benzinga.comworld23 days ago
Martin-Baker Maintains Position as Defense Manufacturer
Martin-Baker continues operations as a defense manufacturer. The company has been described in recent commentary as maintaining its standing in the sector.
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Financial Timesfinance28 days ago
Czech Arms Company Offers to Buy Stake in Tank Maker KNDS
A Czech arms group has proposed acquiring a stake in the Franco-German tank manufacturer KNDS. The offer represents an effort to consolidate the European defence industry. Financial Times reported the proposal on Wednesday.
nypost.comworld36 days ago
U.S. F-16 Conducts Refueling During Patrol Over Persian Gulf Near Qatar and UAE
A U.S. F-16 fighter jet was observed refueling during a patrol over the Persian Gulf, close to the coasts of Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. The aircraft carried a mix of air-to-air missiles, rockets, and precision-guided bombs. The patrol occurred in a region where U.S. mili…
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finance38 days ago
Japan Ends Ban on Lethal Weaponry Exports to Enter Global Defense Trade
Japan has lifted its self-imposed ban on exporting lethal weapons, aiming to participate in the global defense market. Analysts indicate that achieving a prominent position in this trade may require several years. The move marks a shift from Japan's historical pacifist stance.
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streetartutopia.comfinance46 days ago
Moscow Court Denies WSJ Reporter's Appeal
A Moscow court upheld the detention of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, prompting U.S. officials to explore options for his release. Meanwhile, recent Russian attacks in Ukraine resulted in civilian casualties, and Western officials noted Russia's use of outdated mi…