Defense Budget, Policy & Operations Analysis
Feb 04, 2026
High-energy lasers are entering service, and a U.S. Army solicitation document breaks down the expectations for their performance.
Feb 03, 2026
Several executives have acknowledged Trump’s pressure on their companies to accelerate delivery of warfighting capabilities.
Feb 03, 2026
The Pentagon hopes that a previously conceived notion to 3D-print war materiel on the front line could help troops during a future military conflict.
Jan 30, 2026
The UK’s efforts to rearm are marching at two beats—one fast-paced, another glacial.
Jan 30, 2026
The Space Development Agency will test whether commercial deorbiting can keep its low-Earth-orbit architecture safe and sustainable.
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Feb 04, 2026
Bell, Lockheed Martin and M1 advance in the U.S. Army competition to replace the UH-72A Lakota for primary flight training.
Feb 04, 2026
A U.S. senator cites fighter production delays as a factor in Algeria's Su-57E purchase, raising concerns over potential sanctions under Caatsa.
Feb 04, 2026
The U.S. unveils a critical minerals trading bloc plan with allies to counter China, set price floors and boost supply chain resilience for key industries.
Feb 04, 2026
Raytheon ramps up missile production, boosting capacity for Tomahawk, Amraam, SM-6, and SM-3 interceptors under new Pentagon agreements.
Feb 04, 2026
Washington has approved Saudi Arabia to receive a $3 billion sustainment package for the country’s fleet of Boeing F-15 combat aircraft.
Feb 04, 2026
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited is not confirming or denying reports that it has been pushed out of a race to produce India’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft.
Feb 04, 2026
ATLA says it is seeing a roughly 50% increase in interest and engagement from foreign customers for Japanese defense solutions at this year's Singapore Airshow.
Feb 04, 2026
Airbus is still hunting for deals to bolster the dwindling A400M's backlog, but program boss Gerd Weber said he is more relaxed about winning contracts.