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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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Unreachable, Unstoppable, Unseen: America’s Mach 6 SR-72 Darkstar Sends a Terrifying Strategic Signal to Russia’s Forces
The SR-72 “Darkstar” is designed to reach hypersonic speeds of up to Mach 6, vastly surpassing its predecessor, the SR-71 Blackbird. Equipped with a revolutionary…
“They Hit Like Ghosts in the Sky”: How F-22 Raptors Shocked ISIS in Their First Combat Operations
F-22 Raptor showcased its versatility in combat by executing precision strikes and sharing crucial data with allies. The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS)…
“They Built It to Hunt and Kill Us”: Chinese Navy Fears the Ruthless Precision of America’s New Virginia Block V Submarine
The Virginia Block V features an enlarged hull, accommodating up to 40 cruise missiles for enhanced strike capabilities. Designed as a multimission submarine, it takes…
“Every Time I Faced One, I Knew I’d Lose”: Why Navy Super Hornet Pilots Fear These Ruthless Air Force Fighters
The F-15 Eagle and F-16 Fighting Falcon are iconic aircraft in the U.S. Air Force, designed for air superiority and versatility. The F/A-18 Super Hornet…
Strategic Shockwave: Portugal Turns Away From U.S. F-35 Program, Citing Rising Instability and Sovereignty Concerns
Portugal has decided to reject the acquisition of Lockheed Martin’s F-35 fighter jets, citing concerns over the unpredictability of the United States as an ally.…
Underground Operations Unmasked: Secret Military Drilling Behind Mysterious Earthquakes Shaking Europe
Mysterious tremors across Europe have left experts and residents baffled, with no natural causes identified. A geophysicist suggests these vibrations may be linked to secret…
“We’re Backing European Power”: Portugal Picks Rafale Over F-35 in Stunning Strategic Shift That Shakes NATO Balance
Portugal chose the French Rafale over the American F-35, emphasizing cost-effectiveness and strategic independence. This decision is expected to create at least 200 highly skilled…
“We’re Losing the Race”: GAO Slams Air Force as Hypersonic Cruise Missile Program Falls Dangerously Behind Schedule
HACM Program Delays: The Air Force’s Hypersonic Attack Cruise Missile program is behind schedule, limiting the number of flight tests. Escalating Costs: The program’s development…
“We Can’t Stop This”: China’s Hypersonic Weapon Hits Mach 20 in 30 Minutes, Blowing Past Global Defenses With Brutal Precision
China’s hypersonic missile reaches Mach 20, revolutionizing global military capabilities. Hypersonic glide vehicles (HGVs) can maneuver mid-flight, making them hard to intercept. Existing defense systems…
“We’re Taking This to War”: Electra Secures $1.9M Army Contract for Combat-Ready Electric Aircraft With Zero Emissions
Electra.aero has secured a $1.9 million contract from the U.S. Army to develop the EL9 hybrid-electric aircraft. The EL9 builds on the success of the…
“US HIMARS Goes Hypersonic”: New Missiles Fly Faster Than Mach 5 and Redefine Long-Range Strike Power in Seconds
The Blackbeard Ground Launch hypersonic missile is set to enhance US military precision and flexibility. Developed by Castelion Corporation, the missile offers rapid prototyping and…
“US Army Deploys 50,000-Watt Laser Tank”: This Drone-Killing Beast Destroys Targets From 5 Miles Without Firing a Bullet
The US Army’s DE M-SHORAD system features a 50-kilowatt laser mounted on a Stryker vehicle for advanced air defense. The laser system integrates a sophisticated…