Defense Budget, Policy & Operations Analysis

Jan 16, 2025
The GCAP member countries have made rapid progress to prepare for development, but UK lawmakers say challenges remain in keeping the project on track.
Jan 10, 2025
Here are some issues the Trump administration should not dodge as it looks to set U.S. defense policy.
Jan 09, 2025
Less than a decade ago, Eurofighter partner companies were concerned about the platform’s future. Now production lines are running hot.
Jan 09, 2025
With the Joint Strike Fighter’s Technology Refresh 3 software expected to be cleared for combat this year, Pentagon officials are pressing for more progress.
Jan 08, 2025
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Jun 05, 2025
The Royal Thai Air Force’s use of the Saab Gripen E/F in exercises involving foreign air forces—such as China’s—appears subject to certain limitations.
Jun 04, 2025
A Senate version of the $150 billion proposal to increase defense spending would add more money to select aircraft programs on top of a House-passed proposal.
Jun 04, 2025
Spain has canceled a €285 million ($325.8 million) purchase of anti-tank missiles from Israel.
Jun 04, 2025
Israel reports it has driven weapons sales abroad to new heights.
Jun 04, 2025
Russian satellite startup Bureau 1440 is poised to be the first customer for the Russo-Kazakh Soyuz-5 rocket, planned to launch before year-end.
Jun 04, 2025
The Royal Thai Air Force has officially selected the Saab Gripen E/F for its multi-role fighter requirement, as Bangkok and Stockholm wrap negotiations.
Jun 04, 2025
The Philippine National Defense Department and Korea Aerospace Industries signed a contract on June 3 for the acquisition of 12 more FA-50PH light fighters.
Jun 03, 2025
The Senate on June 2 confirmed Michael Duffey to be the next head of weapons buying at the Pentagon.