Land13:38 UTC
The president doesn’t need a one-trick Army
In our high-tech, fast-moving world, the US Army should stop optimizing for prediction and start optimizing for uncertainty, argues this retired one-star general.
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- Air13:15 UTC
US military uses laser to down 3 Mexican cartel drones near border
The U.S. military used a laser in southern Texas’ Rio Grande Valley to shoot down three Mexican drug cartel drones this week near the U.S.-Mexico border.
- Industry11:44 UTC
Russia is running out of cash due to its war in Ukraine: report
Russia’s war spending pushed the state to the brink of running out of cash this spring, according to a Bloomberg report, as Russian leaders double down.
- Land10:45 UTC
August land forces roundup: movement in British Army vehicle requirement and major contracts land
Hanwha Defense USA made major inroads into the US market this month, landing its first contract in the country, while Germany and The Netherlands signed up for more Boxer CRT30 8x8 infantry fighting vehicles. FNSS also unveiled a new amphibious uncrewed vehicle and Rheinmetall revealed details on a prototype 155mm/60-calibre artillery ordnance.
- Maritime10:28 UTC
Destroyer USS Ted Stevens to be Commissioned in Oct 2026
The U.S. Navy will commission the future Flight III Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Ted Stevens (DDG 128) on Oct. 3, … mehr...
- Industry09:50 UTC
In southern Lebanon, fighting Hezbollah in the hills becomes a strategic conundrum
In hilly southern Lebanon, local forces are keen to maintain control over areas from which Israeli troops have withdrawn.
- Industry09:05 UTC
Saab receives order for RBS 70 NG from Finland
Saab has signed a contract and received an initial order from The Finnish Defence Forces Logistics Command for deliveries of
- Air08:59 UTC
AV receives $51 Million U.S. Army order for Switchblade® 600 loitering munitions
ARLINGTON, Va., August 26, 2026 – AeroVironment, Inc. (“AV”) (NASDAQ: AVAV), a global leader in defense technology, autonomous systems and
- Maritime08:54 UTC
► EDGE Group and Brazilian Navy expand partnership to advance maritime capabilities
Abu Dhabi, UAE / São José dos Campos, Brazil: 27 August, 2026 – EDGE Group, a UAE-based advanced technology and
- Industry08:52 UTC
Saab signs long-term agreement for camouflage systems with the Netherlands
Saab has signed a long-term agreement with the Netherlands Ministry of Defence for the Barracuda Mobile Camouflage System. Saab has
- Industry08:47 UTC
► Ovzon begins German market entry through new defense partnerships
Ovzon is further expanding its European presence by establishing a German partner ecosystem with two of Germany’s leading high-tech service
- Land08:44 UTC
General Atomics Microreactor selected for US Army Janus Program
SAN DIEGO, CA / ACCESS Newswire / August 26, 2026 / General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) today announced its selection
- Maritime08:39 UTC
Davie Wins $11.3 Billion Canadian Coast Guard Icebreaker Contract
At a ceremony in Lévis, Québec, Davie Shipbuilding announced that it has secured a historic contract from the Government of Canada to build six Program Icebreakers for the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG). Davie press release The fixed-price contract, valued at $11.3 billion, marks a decisive step in the renewal and expansion of Canada’s Arctic fleet ...
- Land08:39 UTC
Patria demonstrates remote operation of Patria AMV armoured vehicle from Tokyo to Finland
Patria has successfully demonstrated the remote operation of a Patria AMV armoured vehicle in Finland from a remote operating desk
- Air08:35 UTC
► GA-ASI and Fujitsu sign MoU for the maintenance and operation of UAS in Japan
SAN DIEGO – 26 August 2026 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and Fujitsu Limited (Fujitsu) today announced that
- Industry08:25 UTC
Ageing RQ-11 Raven fleets create a global replacement opportunity
The RQ-11 Raven is being retired from service across most of its more than 30 operators. Defence Insight estimates that these Raven retirements open up a replacement market worth at least $576 million, but suppliers will have to act quickly and strike a balance between cost and capability to succeed.
- Maritime08:09 UTC
Future frigate programme highlights broader RNZN replacement challenge
New Zealand’s evaluation of the Mogami and Arrowhead 140 frigate designs reflects a wider push for alliance interoperability, and points to a larger recapitalisation of the Royal New Zealand Navy fleet beyond the current programme.
- Industry07:26 UTC
HAVELSAN Unveils AVISTA, New Underwater Autonomy Project
Building on the expertise it has developed through SANCAR and RAFNAR in the field of unmanned marine vehicles, HAVELSAN unveiled AVISTA, its new self-funded R&D project, for the first time at TEKNOFEST Blue Homeland 2026 in Gölcük. HAVELSAN press release Through the AVISTA project, HAVELSAN aims to develop national capabilities for precise positioning in underwater ...
- Maritime05:00 UTC
MS&D Magazine 2026: Sea Power Under Time Pressure
Deterrence along Europe’s maritime flanks is facing fundamental changes. Timed to coincide with the Maritime Security & Defence (MS&D) Conference … mehr...
- Industry02:39 UTC
Privacy-focused communication app aims for military customers and beyond
When adversaries can forge faces and voices in real time, traditional secure messaging is no longer enough.
- Air02:11 UTC
Air Base, Overflight Access Key to Pentagon Review of US Military Forces in Europe
The U.S. military’s ability to access air bases in Europe will be a central consideration as the Trump administration makes decisions on the future American military posture on the continent, the top Pentagon policy official said.
- Space01:59 UTC
Space Force Adopts Digital Engineering Tool for NC3 Satellite Program
A new collaborative digital environment could change the way the Space Force—and possibly the broader Defense Department—designs and tests capabilities.
- Air00:43 UTC
How a Failed PT Test Inspired an Airman to Create a Fitness App for Troops Everywhere
An Air Force captain has created a mobile app any service member can use to get “actionable guidance” on improving or maintaining their physical fitness.
- Air00:43 UTC
NASA’s Hunt To Replace Its Iconic T-38 Talon Jets Kicks Off
NASA T-38s have helped train astronauts for decades, but they are aging and the USAF's impending retirement of its Talon fleet will create new challenges.
- Air00:32 UTC
What the Eye-Popping $131B F-15 Contract May Mean For the Air Force
The Air Force awarded a sweeping—and potentially massive—F-15 contract to Boeing this week, one that a top aviation expert said could provide a new approach to major program acquisitions and greater stability for the defense industry.
- Land22:11 UTC
Marine Corps bets on techy, but human-centric ground warfare for next 15 years
The service released a new strategic blueprint called Ground Combat Element 2040.
- Air21:52 UTC
Russia Is Now Using Longer-Range Iskander Ballistic Missiles: Ukraine Intel
Russia's longer-range Iskanders will make it harder for Ukraine to successfully hunt and destroy them as part of a new campaign.
- Maritime21:01 UTC
Why the U.S. Navy is moving to investigate Yemen’s deadly malaria surge
Regional infectious disease outbreaks pose a direct operational risk to forward-deployed military personnel.
- Air20:58 UTC
Pentagon awards contract in race to field cheaper interceptors, missiles
The Pentagon awarded a contract to X-Bow Systems in its race to develop a new anti-ballistic weapon for less than $750,000 per shot.
- Maritime20:54 UTC
US military bought commercial satellite images of alleged narco airstrips, Chinese naval fleet
The Space Force can improve how it embraces commercial intel, a new GAO report says.