UK to chair next meeting of Ukraine military aid group

The United States is handing off leadership of the international group that manages military aid to Ukraine, a sign that President Donald Trump’s Pentagon may play a lesser role in supporting Kyiv. United Kingdom Secretary of State for Defense John Healey will chair...

Ukraine receives first Mirage 2000 fighter jets from France

PARIS — Ukraine received the first Mirage 2000 fighter jets promised by France on Thursday, French Armed Forces Minister Sébastien Lecornu said, giving the country its second type of Western aircraft in addition to F-16 jets handed over by allies last year. The Mirage...

Turkey’s defense exports hit record high of $7.1 billion in 2024

ISTANBUL — Turkey’s defense exports totaled $7.1 billion in 2024, a significant increase from $5.5 billion in 2023, according to Haluk Görgün, president of the Defense Industry Agency. The growth reflects the sector’s expanding global footprint reaching 180 countries...

Philippines shores up defenses with increased military spending

CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — As the Philippines beefs up its defensive posture, pivoting from internal security to territorial defense, the government has lined up a series of acquisitions in line with the new plans. The Philippine Marine Corps requires roughly 60...