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Pentagon decisions, Air Force programs, Navy safety reports and the diplomacy around them: the News section tracks US defense news and its consequences for allies in Europe and beyond.
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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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“This Turns War Into a Video Game”: Turkey’s New Tank Sparks Global Outrage With Drone-Frying Tech That Breaks Every Rule of Combat
Turkey’s ALKA-KAPLAN is a pioneering hybrid vehicle with a directed energy weapon system targeting drone threats. Developed by FNSS and ROKETSAN, it merges the KAPLAN…
“They Left It There on Purpose”: F-35 Stranded in India Sparks Uproar as British Military Faces Accusations of Staged Deployment
The British F-35B Lightning II made an emergency landing in India due to hydraulic issues and monsoon weather. A specialized team from the UK successfully…
“This Is Automated Killing”: Critics Sound Alarm as UK’s War Brain Tech Slashes Strike Decisions From Hours to Minutes
The British Army has launched the ASGARD system, integrating artificial intelligence to enhance battlefield decision-making. ASGARD reduces strike decision times from hours to minutes, doubling…
“This Is a National Meltdown”: Alaska Airlines Outage Sparks Airport Chaos and Ignites Fury Between Stranded Passengers and Airline Giants
Alaska Airlines faced a major IT outage, grounding over 200 flights and causing widespread delays. The incident raises concerns about aviation cybersecurity and the vulnerability…
“They’re Turning Europe Into a Drone-Run War Zone”: U.S. Unmanned Aircraft Deal Sparks Rage Between NATO Loyalists and Sovereignty Defenders
General Atomics launches an initiative to integrate advanced uncrewed combat aircraft into European forces. The project involves a transatlantic partnership with General Atomics Aerotec Systems…
“Any Jet, Any Time: Gone”: Australia’s 49,000-Foot Kill System Sparks Global Uproar Between Defense Hawks and Anti-War Movements
NASAMS is a combat-proven, medium-range air defense solution managed by Raytheon Australia and Norway’s Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace. The system’s primary interceptor, the AIM-120 AMRAAM…
“They Want Wars Without Soldiers”: Swarmable AI Weapons Ignite Firestorm Between Defense Tech Enthusiasts and Human Rights Advocates
L3Harris introduces the Red Wolf and Green Wolf, autonomous munitions set to transform modern warfare. These multi-role vehicles feature advanced onboard software for autonomous coordination…
“Your Superbombs Are Useless Now”: Chinese Study Exposes U.S. Bunker Busters as Fragile, Fueling Military Fury and Nationalist Rage
Chinese researchers discovered a vulnerability in the US Air Force’s GBU-57 bunker buster bombs, sparking global interest in military strategies. The study suggests that the…
“They’re Turning Cargo Planes Into War Machines”: Lockheed’s Cruise Missile Upgrade Sparks Global Outcry Over Cheap Aerial Firepower
Lockheed Martin introduces the CMMT-D and CMMT-X, offering cost-effective and versatile military aviation solutions. The CMMT-D demonstrates innovative unpowered gliding capabilities, simulating cargo aircraft launches…
“Doomsday Plane Is in the Sky”: NATO’s E-4B Nightwatch Spotted Over Europe During Rare High-Stakes Military Flight
The E-4B Nightwatch, known as the “Doomsday” aircraft, conducted a rare flight over Europe, sparking global interest. Designed as an airborne command post, the E-4B…
30,000-Acre ‘Gothic Fire’ Scorches Military Training Range Near Nevada’s Secretive Area 51
Gothic Fire continues to burn near the mysterious Area 51, affecting over 30,000 acres of military land. Lightning and dry conditions are key contributors to…
“This Beast Will Hunt Them Down”: US Firm Unveils 300-Horsepower Robot Boat Primed to Attack Enemy Vessels with Unmatched Precision
VENOM is a 9-meter unmanned surface vehicle with a 300-horsepower engine, designed for high-speed and extended missions. Developed by Scientific Systems, VENOM integrates AI-driven autonomy…