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Aug 28, 2026
Three new missile program details spell out the Navy’s high- and low-end munitions goals.
Aug 28, 2026
The slow decision to move ahead on a future fighter is putting pressure on the F-35 program to perform sustainment.
Aug 27, 2026
The U.S. Navy pushes for high-energy lasers on ships, aiming to enhance fleet defense by overcoming engineering challenges and boosting industry involvement.
Aug 27, 2026
The world is currently in the midst of its biggest defense boom in decades as nations respond to a deteriorating security environment and rising levels of strategic instability.
Aug 27, 2026
The Swiss government is looking to boost its counter-uncrewed aircraft system, drone and robotic capabilities, identifying the topics as a new focus area for its national defense capabilities.
Aug 27, 2026
Seoul is exploring pathways to future combat aircraft, but questions about design and propulsion could take years to sort out.
Aug 26, 2026
Russia’s air force has improved its capabilities and learned crucial lessons from its operations in Ukraine, the head of the Ukrainian Air Force said.
Aug 26, 2026
Poland and Spain will collectively acquire seven Airbus A330 MRTTs through a new framework agreement recently approved by the Spanish government earlier this week.