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Jul 08, 2022
The Russia-Ukraine war has galvanized Europe and NATO, but facing issues such as high inflation, can defense commitments be maintained?
Jul 07, 2022
The ability of Ukrainian forces to fend off superior Russian air forces holds important lessons for air defense for the NATO alliance.
Jul 07, 2022
Profumo’s tenure at Leonardo has helped turn the Italy-based conglomerate into a major player in defense electronics.
Jul 06, 2022
A first-generation uncrewed combat aircraft will be fielded by the USAF by the end of the decade under a revamped acquisition strategy.
Jul 05, 2022
Tensions over the flight controls are holding up progress toward the development of FCAS’ demonstrator program.

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Apr 02, 2025
The U.S. State Department has expanded its Lockheed Martin F-16 C/D Blk. 70/72 package to the Philippines, as it hopes to secure a deal in Southeast Asia.
Apr 02, 2025
Long-standing personnel and parts shortages are sidelining aircraft as service leaders call for more funding.
Apr 02, 2025
Taiwan is moving at a steady pace with air force modernization, but its procurement goals seem to clash with what its primary ally, the U.S., sees as priorities
Apr 01, 2025
USAF Lt. Gen. (ret.) Dan Caine, nominated as the next Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, wants the DOD to increase its work with nontraditional firms.
Mar 31, 2025
With a general election looming, Australia announced an early 2025-26 budget which included a boost to defense spending despite a wider focus on tax cuts.
Mar 28, 2025
The Australian Defense Department has signed a contract with Kongsberg Defense Australia to build a missile factory in Newcastle, New South Wales.
Mar 27, 2025
Secretary of the Air Force nominee Troy Meink told lawmakers the service’s fleet is “probably too small on the fighter and bomber side of the house.”
Mar 27, 2025
The importance of UAVs in Taiwan's security and related export opportunities are emphasized in the island's new Quadrennial Defense Review.