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U.S., Allies Put Frictions Aside, Showing China Combined Naval Might
The United States and its allies set aside friction to demonstrate combined naval might against China.
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Pentagon calls for cheaper long-range strike weapons, with testing in just 3 months
The Pentagon has initiated a rapid procurement push to identify and demonstrate affordable ground-launched, long-range strike capabilities within three months.
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Anduril’s first Ohio-built Fury fighter rolls off line 557 days after factory launch
Anduril’s first Ohio‑built Fury drone rolls off the line 557 days after its Pickaway County plant opened, marking a new U.S. defense manufacturing foothold.
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Rocket Lab Stock: Can a $266 Million Defense Deal Help It Escape SpaceX’s Shadow?
A $266 million U.S. Space Force contract signals a shift for Rocket Lab as the company prepares for suborbital missile-defense launches from Alaska.
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Zelenskyy and Britain’s new leader discuss drone projects and missile defense for Kyiv
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has traveled to the United Kingdom for his first official meeting with newly appointed Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
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Zelensky tries to fix crisis over removal of defence minister and counts the cost
President Zelensky is navigating a domestic political crisis following the high-profile removal of Ukraine's defense minister.
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Zelensky fires head of Ukraine military
Ukrainian defense leadership shifts as dismissed minister Fedorov declines alternative government roles amid international pressure.
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Japan’s Leader Invokes Her Hero, Shinzo Abe, to Drive Nationalist Agenda
Japan's leader, Takaichi, faces widespread public protests and academic scrutiny as she invokes Shinzo Abe's legacy to advance a nationalist military agenda.
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New British prime minister gains early defense win with Canada fighter jet tie-up
Canada has joined the Global Combat Air Programme as an observer, marking a significant early defense alignment for the new British prime minister.
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Zelenskyy under growing pressure to reinstate sacked defence minister
President Zelenskyy faces mounting pressure as the dismissal of Ukraine’s defense minister triggers widespread debate over military leadership and reform.
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California’s Anduril and Archer Aviation join forces to build muscular attack drones
Anduril and Archer Aviation are partnering to develop a hybrid-electric, autonomous tiltrotor aircraft for defense and commercial applications.
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NATO goes aircraft shopping at Turkey summit
NATO member states are prioritizing new aircraft acquisitions following high-level discussions at a summit in Ankara.
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Japan ‘cannot avoid’ nuclear weapons debate, defense chief Koizumi says
Japanese Defense Chief Koizumi’s call to debate nuclear policy has triggered domestic and international concern over the nation’s non-nuclear principles.
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Canada Orders 190 More LAV 6 ACSV Vehicles for $1.4B, Same Platform Already Sent 124 Units to Ukraine With 35 More Promised in 2026
Canada has finalized a $1.4 billion contract for 190 additional LAV 6 Armored Combat Support Vehicles to be manufactured locally.
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Iran War Updates: 2 U.S. service members killed in Jordan defending against Iranian attacks
U.S. forces have launched strikes targeting Iranian interests following the deaths of two American service members in Jordan.
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Archer, Anduril unveil autonomous aircraft platform for defense, commercial markets
Archer Aviation and Anduril Industries have unveiled a new autonomous VTOL aircraft designed for both defense and commercial operations.
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Wars shift focus from jets to weapons at giant Farnborough Airshow
Industry focus pivots from aircraft to armaments as the 2026 Farnborough Airshow commences.
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France, Germany expand defence partnership as Europe seeks more military autonomy
France and Germany have entered a strategic defense partnership, focusing on nuclear deterrence integration to bolster European military autonomy.
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Turkey Aims to Offload Russian Air-Defense System as It Seeks to Buy U.S. F-35s
Turkey is moving to divest its Russian S-400 missile systems in a renewed diplomatic push to acquire U.S. F-35 fighter jets.
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Why Europe is suddenly betting big on drones
European defense strategy is undergoing a rapid transition toward autonomous drone technology and unmanned aerial capabilities.
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Ukraine updates: 'Coalition of the willing' meeting in Paris
Bulgaria’s withdrawal from the newly formed anti-ballistic missile 'Coalition of the Willing' creates internal political friction regarding Ukraine support.
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Exclusive | SpaceX in Talks to Provide Computing Power for Pentagon’s AI Push
SpaceX is currently in negotiations with the Pentagon to supply computing power for military artificial intelligence initiatives.
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Exclusive: California Forever loses $3.2 billion shipyard contract as defense startup picks Texas
Defense startup Saronic has selected Texas for a $3.2 billion shipyard project, bypassing a previously considered contract with California Forever.
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Maker of Drone Boats Used in Iran War Will Open New Texas Shipyard
Saronic has confirmed it will establish a new $3.2 billion shipyard in Brownsville, Texas, bypassing a potential California location.
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Canada to join GCAP next-gen fighter program as observer: Reports
Canada is set to join the Global Combat Air Programme as an observer, marking its entry into the development of sixth-generation fighter technology.
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Newsletter: ‘Tide turning’ for Ukraine, von der Leyen says in KyivHell
European Union official Ursula von der Leyen visits Kyiv to formalize new defense production agreements amid ongoing conflict.
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‘Arsenal of democracy’: Jamie Dimon announces $24 million effort to boost American shipbuilding
JPMorgan Chase has announced a $24 million investment aimed at strengthening the American shipbuilding industry at the Philadelphia Navy Yard.
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Europe's Anduril rival Helsing raises $1.8 billion at $18 billion valuation
European defense startup Helsing has secured $1.8 billion in new funding, reaching an $18 billion valuation to scale its AI-driven defense platform.
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'Expressly prohibited' — Ukraine's largest defense firm illegally stored weapons near civilian targets in Vyshneve, Zelensky says
President Zelenskyy has announced investigations into the illegal storage of weapons by a state-owned defense firm following a lethal strike in Vyshneve.
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Russian ballistic missile attack on Kyiv injures 8
Kyiv hit by Russian ballistic missile strike; officials report injuries amid escalating attacks
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Zelensky reveals details about massive explosions that rocked Kyiv suburb, promises dismissals at Ukraine's largest defense company
Kyiv grapples with a recent wave of missile attacks and a major industrial explosion, prompting leadership to promise personnel changes in the defense sector.
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China Test Fires Long-Range Ballistic Missile in the Pacific, Angering Neighbors
China's recent long-range submarine ballistic missile test in the South Pacific has triggered widespread diplomatic alarm across East Asia.
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Eight NATO allies to create new satellite mega-constellation
Eight NATO member nations have launched the HALO initiative to develop a new satellite mega-constellation.
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NATO to unveil big arms deals in Ankara before summit with Trump
NATO member nations are unveiling significant new defense contracts in Ankara as they prepare for a high-stakes summit with Donald Trump.
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Canada chooses Germany’s TKMS for landmark submarine contract
Canada selects Germany’s TKMS for a major submarine contract, triggering significant shifts in international industrial partnerships.
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Germany to borrow €800bn for rearmament in historic shift
Germany’s €800bn debt push for defense marks its biggest fiscal shift since WWII—just ahead of NATO’s summit
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NATO to acquire ‘up to’ 10 Saab GlobalEyes for E-3 replacement, says Secretary General
NATO accelerates E-3 replacement with Saab’s GlobalEyes—while expanding drone fleet to counter rising threats
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The NATO summit was supposed to focus on defense spending. Trump's strikes on Iran changed that
A planned focus on defense spending at the NATO summit has been diverted by reports of renewed military strikes against Iran.
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NATO's eastern flank prepares to fend off Russia
NATO member states are increasing defensive maneuvers and military readiness along the eastern flank amid concerns over potential regional security threats.
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Multibillion-dollar contract secures ‘major step forward’ for GCAP fighter jet
UK, Italy and Japan commit £4.6bn+ to GCAP—marking the first major contract for a sixth-gen fighter jet.
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China Test Fires Missile in the Pacific for the First Time Since 2024
China has conducted its first Pacific ballistic missile test since 2024, prompting widespread regional concern.
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Taiwan military resumes 'anti-communist' classes for graduates, citing Chinese threat
Taiwan has reinstated anti-communist educational programming for military academy graduates, citing the ongoing threat posed by China.
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Europeans to fill almost all gaps left by US in NATO defence plans, source says
NATO leaders assemble in Ankara to address shifting security roles and reconcile diplomatic tensions.
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Modi, Japan PM condemn Pakistan-backed terror, call for action against LeT, JeM
India and Japan move to strengthen defense, economic, and strategic cooperation during Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s visit to New Delhi.
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U.K., Italian, Japanese Fighter Jet Venture Wins $6.14 Billion Contract
A multinational defense partnership has secured a $6.14 billion contract to accelerate development of the next-generation GCAP fighter jet.
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France’s Thales to Take Hit After Germany Scraps Frigate Program
Germany’s decision to scrap the F126 frigate program triggers industrial fallout, with defense contractors assessing the financial and operational impact.
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UK defense plan to unlock fresh GCAP contract before Farnborough Airshow
The UK, Italy, and Japan have secured funding for their Global Combat Air Programme, aiming to finalize new contracts ahead of the Farnborough Airshow.
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EXCLUSIVE: Russia approved secret China military training at top level, sources say
Reports indicate high-level approval for classified military training between Russia and China involving chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear tactics.
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EXCLUSIVE: Turkey says NATO adjusting to security landscape, US not withdrawing
The NATO summit in Ankara highlights shifting defense responsibilities as European allies prepare to address gaps in military planning.
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EXCLUSIVE: Inside Taiwan's nightmare scenario: Chinese blockade, earthquake, sabotage and invasion
Taiwan is conducting intensive war games and civil defense drills simulating a multi-front scenario of blockade, invasion, and natural disaster.
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Saab receives order for three A26 submarines for Poland
Poland has secured a $4.8 billion deal with Swedish manufacturer Saab to acquire three A26 submarines, strengthening regional maritime and NATO defense.
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Turkiye must be 'included' in Europe security structures: Erdogan ahead of Nato summit
President Erdogan advocates for Turkiye's full integration into European defense frameworks ahead of the upcoming NATO summit.
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China targets more Japanese companies with export controls
China has placed 40 Japanese entities under new export controls, marking a significant expansion of trade restrictions between the two nations.
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South Korea says to train 500,000 'drone warriors' to counter North Korea
South Korea is launching a sweeping initiative to train its entire active-duty military to operate drones in response to regional security concerns.
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EU releases 3 billion-euro loan package for Ukraine's recovery as part of 2-year commitment
The European Union has initiated a multi-billion euro loan package to support Ukraine’s recovery efforts over a two-year period.
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In Japan, Canadian defense minister expresses interest in GCAP sixth-gen fighter project
Canada is deepening defense and economic ties with Japan through new naval deployments, mineral supply agreements, and interest in collaborative fighter projects.
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NATO allies to pledge billions in arms deals, Ukraine aid at Ankara summit
NATO leaders convene in Ankara for a summit centered on defense pledges, arms deals, and Ukraine aid amidst controversy over media accreditation.
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How Cheap Drones Are Rewriting Warfare—and the Best Drone Stocks to Buy Now
Military analysts and financial markets are reevaluating global security and investment strategies as inexpensive drone swarms reshape modern combat tactics.
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A Claim to Lead, a Hesitation to Act: Germany’s New Military Strategy
Germany’s military strategy pivots toward Russia—but its resolve faces skepticism at home and abroad
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Germany news: Pistorius to scrap warship project
Germany abandons €2.3 bln frigate program, reshaping naval strategy mid-build