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Recent coverage includes a Space Force special operations plan questioned by Congress, a Tech Force initiative to hire thousands for two-year federal jobs, a Navy report on V-22 Osprey safety risks, and a new presidential jet arriving early. Paul Scharre’s views on the global AI arms race are also discussed.
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“They’re Beating Us Up There”: This Space Race With China Terrifies U.S. Commanders (and It’s Closer to a Real War Than You Think)
China is rapidly advancing its space capabilities, challenging the United States’ strategic dominance. The U.S. must increase its satellite deployment to counter China’s growing influence…
“They Finally Did It”: This New Poseidon Jet Transforms Germany’s Navy and Sends a Clear Warning Across Europe’s Waters
Germany acquires its first Boeing P-8A Poseidon to enhance maritime surveillance capabilities. The aircraft aims to strengthen Germany’s ability to detect and combat enemy submarines.…
“Everyone Saw It Coming”: This $2.2 Billion Jet Deal With China Shatters Bangladesh’s Military Balance (and India Is Watching Closely)
Bangladesh plans to acquire advanced J-10CE fighter jets from China, boosting its air defense capabilities. The potential deal is valued at $2.2 billion, covering aircraft,…
“‘They’re Treating It Like a War’”: A Secretive U.S. Strike in the Caribbean Kills Four and Sparks Global Outrage Over Trump’s Anti-Cartel Tactics
The U.S. military conducted a fourth strike on a drug-carrying vessel in the Caribbean, killing four people. The Trump administration’s campaign against narcotrafficking is raising…
“Italy Breaks the Rules Quietly”: Rome Uses an EU Accounting Trick to Add $14 Billion to Its Defense Budget (and No One Can Block It)
Italy plans to use an EU accounting rule to boost its defense budget by $14 billion. The National Escape Clause allows EU states to exclude…
“This Changes Europe’s Military Balance”: Germany Just Approved an $8 Billion Plan for New War Jets and Weapons (and Rivals Are Watching Closely)
Germany approves $8 billion defense procurement plan, including new combat jets. The plan includes tranche-five Eurofighters with advanced radar technology for electronic warfare. The navy…
“Please Let Them Be Found”: This Alaska Plane Vanished Into a Blizzard With 10 Aboard (and Rescuers Are Racing the Clock)
A Bering Air flight with ten passengers has disappeared over Norton Sound, Alaska. Severe weather conditions and near-zero visibility complicate the ongoing search and rescue…
“This Is the UK’s Boldest Nuclear Move Yet”: This Massive Project Will Cut Reactor Towers in Half (and Rewrite Cleanup Rules Forever)
The transformation of Trawsfynydd marks a significant milestone in nuclear decommissioning in the UK. A $94 million contract to Costain will reduce the site’s reactor…
“This Is the New Nuclear Reality”: These 5 Missiles Now Decide the Balance of Power (and One Can Strike Anywhere on Earth)
The RS-28 Sarmat boasts a range of up to 11,185 miles and features advanced FOBS capabilities. China’s DF-41 offers up to ten nuclear warheads and…
“China Says Its Jet Beat Stealth Fighters”: CCTV Claims a J-16 Forced Foreign Warplanes to Flee the East China Sea (But No One Can Verify It)
A Chinese documentary claims a J-16 fighter engaged and forced the retreat of unidentified foreign aircraft. Radar and pilot skill were highlighted as decisive in…
“Watch the Navy’s New Laser in Action”: This HELIOS Weapon Destroys Drones at Light Speed (and Could End Missile Warfare Forever)
The U.S. Navy’s HELIOS system aims to revolutionize defense by countering threats at the speed of light. Developed by Lockheed Martin, HELIOS uses 60 kW…
“France Just Scored Its First Aerial Kill Since WWII”: This Mirage Fighter Shot Down Houthi Drones Over the Red Sea (and Changed Modern Warfare)
The French Air Force achieved its first aerial victory since World War II over the Red Sea. A Mirage 2000-5F fighter intercepted and destroyed Houthi…