Germany to set up first drone regiment next year, modeled after Ukraine war lessons
Germany plans to stand up its first dedicated drone regiment next year, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has announced.
Asia Pacific
US Marine Corps anti-ship weaponry to see exercise action on remote Japan island near Taiwan
The U.S. Marine Corps will deploy its ground-based anti-ship and air-defense systems to Japan’s southwesternmost island for exercises this month.
Missiles, satellites and warplanes — Ukraine, Europe advance key arms projects
Ukraine’s Fire Point said the firm is developing an extended-range tactical ballistic missile after its FP-7 weapon was used in combat for the first time.
US removes B-1 bombers from UK base amid security concerns
The United States removed its B-1 bombers from a U.K. air base one week after several men were arrested there on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts.
Yemeni government launches offensive to seize all areas from Iran-backed Houthis
Yemen’s Saudi-backed government said on Sunday it was launching a major military campaign to recapture all areas controlled by the Iran-backed Houthis.
Saudis plan assault on Houthis to break Red Sea chokehold
More than 100,000 Yemeni troops could be mobilized in the offensive, depending on the scale, officials said.
Ukraine war fatigue fuels defense-spending downgrade plan in Italy
Italian military planners risk losing out on billions in funding as government and opposition parties seek to cut defense spending and Ukraine support.
Taiwan’s first two F-16V fighter jets arrive to bolster defenses against China
The first two of a batch of 66 new F-16V Block 70 fighter jets ordered in 2019 arrived in Taiwan on Friday after months of delays.
French Air Force plans loyal wingman flight in 2028 in sovereign AI push
The French Air Force plans to fly crewed fighter jets in collaboration with AI-powered combat drones in 2028, under project Hypairion.
US leaders send mixed messages to Indo-Pacific nations
U.S. military allies in the Indo-Pacific region are wary of President Donald Trump's apparent overtures to China's leader Xi Jinping.
Ukraine deploys FP-7 tactical ballistic missile in combat for first time, Zelenskyy says
Ukraine has deployed its FP-7 tactical ballistic missile in combat for the first time, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Thursday.
Dutch say ASW frigate talks ongoing amid reports Belgium may quit project
Belgium is pushing to get new naval frigates on time, as a joint procurement with the Netherlands is delayed by years.
Taiwan takes a page from Ukraine’s playbook in steeling society for an invasion
Taiwan leaders are working to embed resistance against an occupying force into civilian life.
Ukraine has struck Russian factory vital for Moscow’s missiles, private intelligence firm says
The documents, Dallas Analytics said, place AOMZ in the production chains of “at least seven” missile programs, including the Kh-101 cruise missile.
Operation Atlantic City ushers Marines on rare trip to ... remote Arctic island
U.S. Marines participated in a NATO exercise on a remote Arctic island as the alliance increases its focus on the region amid worries about Russia.
UAE turns to Russian shadow airline for missions in Africa: Investigation
The company behind these planes, Aviacon Zitotrans, has been sanctioned by the United States, Canada and Ukraine for its support in Russia’s war effort.
Ukraine’s former defense minister launches ‘Manhattan Project’ for killer robots
Mykhailo Fedorov told Defense News he wants humanoid-like robots on the battlefield within six months and an assault without infantry within a year.
