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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.
With hundreds of articles, this is the busiest part of the site. Readers can follow a single thread, such as military aviation, Syria or the Ukraine peace talks, or scan the latest headlines for a daily briefing on security. Each story links policy decisions to their practical effects.
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General Dynamics CEO Warns of Government Shutdown’s Devastating Impact on Workers, Defense Contracts, and National Security
General Dynamics sees strong earnings in Q3 but warns of shutdown impacts on contracts and operations. Increased submarine production bolsters revenue, with significant progress on…
Senators Challenge Hegseth Over Communication Bottleneck, Raising Concerns About Transparency and Accountability in Congress
Senators express concerns over Pentagon’s new communication policy restricting direct contact with Congress. Policy mandates prior approval for interactions, potentially causing bottlenecks in information flow.…
Federal Employees Abroad Struggle with Rent Amid Shutdown, Highlighting Vulnerabilities in Government Support Systems
Federal employees overseas face financial uncertainty due to the ongoing government shutdown. The absence of pay and allowances creates significant financial strain for these workers.…
Caribbean Buildup Sparks Strategic Shifts Amid Carrier Aircraft Loss, China’s AI Ambitions, and Court’s Guard Decision Reversal
The U.S. has increased its naval presence in the Caribbean, sparking criticism from Venezuela. The USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group is deployed to…
Government Shutdown Halts B-21 Bomber Talks, Raising Concerns About National Security and Defense Readiness
The government shutdown has stalled critical discussions about the B-21 bomber program. Northrop Grumman invested nearly $500 million to accelerate production but now faces delays.…
US Cybersecurity Concerns Grow as Congressional Commission Warns of Decline Under Trump Administration
The report highlights a decline in U.S. cybersecurity under the Trump administration due to workforce and funding cuts. Significant reductions in CISA personnel have weakened…
Lawmakers Urge Action: Nuclear-Security Staff Furloughs Leave 80% Idled, Raising Concerns Over National Safety
Lawmakers urge the Energy Department to reinstate furloughed nuclear-security staff to safeguard national security. Nearly 80% of National Nuclear Security Administration staff were furloughed, raising…
Defense Firms Bet on Prototypes to Spark Demand, Revealing New Strategies in Military Innovation and Market Growth
Defense firms are investing in self-funded prototypes to accelerate technology development and secure future contracts. Lockheed Martin is focusing on building operational prototypes like autonomous…
New National Security Strategy Sparks Debate on Homeland Defense, Promising to Reshape Protection Measures for Americans
The United States is preparing a major update to its national defense strategy, emphasizing homeland defense. The new strategy may broaden the scope to include…
Industry Groups Urge Congress to Preserve Open-Source Measures in Intelligence Bill, Sparking Debate Over Transparency
A coalition of industry groups and former officials urges Congress to protect open-source intelligence measures. Measures in the bill would require agencies to appoint senior…
US-Russia Summit Canceled: Defense Secretary’s Info Bottleneck Raises Tensions, Army Vice Chief Ousted Early
Trump’s summit with Putin postponed as Russia declines negotiations on the Ukraine conflict Pentagon’s communication strategy with Congress raises concerns over transparency and information flow…
Spy Satellites Take on New Roles as Space Weapons Surge, Challenging Global Security and Privacy Norms
Vantor partners with U.S. Space Force to enhance space surveillance and protect national assets. The collaboration focuses on monitoring low Earth orbit for potential threats…