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Apr 10, 2026
The Trump administration has unveiled a $1.5 trillion defense spending proposal for fiscal 2027, marking a substantial long-term increase in military funding.
Apr 10, 2026
A failed rescue in Iran led to the development of the V-22, yet the Osprey was not part of the latest mission.
Apr 09, 2026
The flagship GPS upgrade in the U.S. Space Force's domain is years late, billions of dollars over budget and still not operational.
Apr 09, 2026
As the race to counter Shahed drones heats up, newcomers have their breakout moment.
Apr 09, 2026
Sierra Nevada Co. begins modification and testing on 747s that will fly nuclear command and control for the next 50 years.

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Jul 19, 2026
Sweden aims to launch its first Iceye synthetic aperture radar before year-end as part of an accelerated push to field what is expected to be a growing fleet with Earth observation capabilities, says the Swedish Armed Forces' space chief.
Jul 17, 2026
The UK’s military helicopter fleets are set to face some temporary pain because of the country's Defense Investment Plan, ministers have acknowledged.
Jul 17, 2026
The U.S. Navy has pushed back the deadline for companies to file their proposals to build its next-generation trainer under the UJTS competition despite a push to move quickly.
Jul 17, 2026
Australia has revived its Future Lead-In Fighter program, with the government launching industry engagement for Project Air 6002.
Jul 17, 2026
Loyal Farnborough attendees will remember a decade ago when torrential rain forced an early end to one of the trade days. There is a different kind of storm brewing for this year’s air show.
Jul 16, 2026
The RAF's new collaborative combat aircraft program will act like a “guardian angel” and “attack dog” for crewed fighters, Defense Readiness Minister Luke Pollard says.
Jul 16, 2026
The U.S. government has given the go-ahead for Saudi Arabia to buy a large number of BAE Systems Advanced Precision Kill Weapon Systems (APKWS).
Jul 16, 2026
The conflicts in Ukraine and Iran have underscored how industrial capacity and the ability to replenish expended munitions stocks are critical to future war planning, NATO’s Deputy Supreme Allied Commander argues.