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Space Development Agency’s first satellites demo key capabilities

Defense News - 20:50 Sep 04, 2024

This week’s test involved two satellites, built by SpaceX, exchanging data via a laser-communication link.
How the Marine Corps is testing a ‘narco-boat’ for resupply efforts

Defense News - 18:18 Sep 04, 2024

The semisubmersible unmanned vessel can deliver two Naval Strike Missiles for the Corps’ anti-ship missile system.
Elbit eyes Nordic market for its ‘Iron Fist’ vehicle-protection system

Defense News - 17:50 Sep 04, 2024

The Israeli company sees a recent deal for installations on CV90 infantry fighting vehicles as a potential door opener.
Poland to award $515 million in defense deals during MSPO trade show

Defense News - 16:15 Sep 04, 2024

Poland’s defense spending in 2025 is slated to capture a record 4.7% share of the country’s gross domestic product.

Tags: Poland
Netherlands picks Israel’s Rafael to supply upgraded anti-tank systems

Defense News - 15:58 Sep 04, 2024

Requirements for the new system include increased targeting range and non-line-of-sight firing capability, according to the ministry.
Expect a $833B defense budget for FY25, but not on time, lawmaker says

Defense News - 15:42 Sep 04, 2024

Rep. Rob Wittman said he expects a short-term budget deal for federal spending to be finalized before the end of the month.
Polish arms maker pitches new strike drones amid long-range trend

Defense News - 15:19 Sep 04, 2024

WB Group has updated its unmanned aerial vehicles portfolio, as European nations look for long-range options to deter would-be attackers.
Space Force to field sensors for tracking air, ground targets in 2030s

Defense News - 14:51 Sep 04, 2024

The Space Force has started to invest in early studies of the capability, but Guetlein declined to confirm whether a program would be funded in FY26.
Watch the 2024 Defense News Conference Live

Defense News - 13:25 Sep 04, 2024

See government, military and industry leaders discuss the future of defense at our annual gathering.
As Iran threatens Israel, Tehran’s missile program remains in question

Defense News - 19:27 Sep 03, 2024

A new report suggests one of Iran's advanced missiles is far less accurate than previously thought.
Top enlisted leader talks pay, priorities and 1980s fashion

Defense News - 13:02 Sep 03, 2024

Black is the senior enlisted advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, after serving as the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps.
Polish defense show lures global players amid record spending spree

Defense News - 12:00 Sep 02, 2024

Warsaw is teeing up a number of large-scale defense acquisitions, with European companies seeking to capitalize on Poland's improved EU relations.
What lessons did the US Army learn from the Gaza aid pier mission?

Defense News - 16:00 Sep 01, 2024

The service dealt with a wild combination of turbulent weather, security threats and sweeping personnel restrictions.
Ukrainian president fires air force commander after fatal F-16 crash

Defense News - 13:00 Aug 31, 2024

Ukrainian officials said U.S. experts have joined the Ukrainian investigation into the crash, which happened Monday during a Russian bombardment.

Tags: Ukrainian
New F-35s can fly combat training as DOD holds millions from Lockheed

Defense News - 17:34 Aug 30, 2024

The F-35 delivery delays due to upgrade problems have slowed down the Air Force's deployment of jets to England, among other consequences.
US Army awards largest single-year Javelin contract to date: $1.3B

Defense News - 13:45 Aug 30, 2024

Part of the deal covers the production of 4,000 Javelins antitank weapons to replenish what the United States has sent to Ukraine.
No, NATO doesn’t need to return to failed cluster munitions

Defense News - 13:24 Aug 30, 2024

Since their peak production period during the Cold War, a wide array of more accurate and reliable weapons has become available.
At Europe’s Atlantic edge, Ireland to focus on undersea monitoring

Defense News - 11:05 Aug 30, 2024

Dublin’s waters are located in a nexus of a wide network of undersea cables, the global seafloor links that power the world's economy.
Serbia to buy 12 Rafale fighter jets in nod to European industry

Defense News - 09:01 Aug 30, 2024

The contract for nine single-seater Rafales and three two-seaters is worth €2.7 billion (US$3 billion), according to French media.
Ukraine F-16 jet crashes during Russian attack, killing pilot

Defense News - 20:10 Aug 29, 2024

The crash was the first reported loss of a Western-supplied F-16 in Ukraine, where they arrived at the end of July.