News and ideas from Central Europe
News
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.
Continue reading
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.
819 stories
Page 8
Latest stories
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…
Shield AI Unveils Unmanned Fighter Jet: A New Era for Drone Wingmen and Solo Military Aircraft Operations
Shield AI unveils X-BAT, an unmanned fighter jet with vertical takeoff and landing capabilities. The X-BAT can operate autonomously or as a drone wingman, enhancing…
Lockheed Celebrates F-35 Delivery Success, Marking a Milestone in Aviation and Boosting Economic Growth
Lockheed Martin to deliver up to 190 F-35 fighter jets this year, highlighting recovery from setbacks. Strong global demand from countries like Belgium, Denmark, and…
China Accuses NSA of Long-Term Hacking, Revealing Years of Targeted Attacks on National Time Systems
China accuses the U.S. NSA of cyberespionage targeting its national time-service network. Allegations involve the use of 42 specialized cyberattack weapons to infiltrate sensitive systems.…
CISA Staff Reassignment to Border Security Sparks Lawmakers’ Concerns Over Immigration Policy Impact on National Safety
Lawmakers question the legality of DHS reassigning CISA staff to immigration roles during a government shutdown. Concerns arise over the impact on U.S. cybersecurity with…
Warrior Ethos in the Workplace: How Embracing This Mindset Transforms Employee Engagement and Team Resilience
The Department of Defense has launched the Defense Civilian Training Corps to prepare future acquisition professionals. The program operates at several universities, combining academic learning…