The Iranian-made Shahed 131 and 136 one-way attack unmanned aerial systems (UAS), which Russia now domestically...
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North Korea tests exploding drones as Seoul, US hold military drills
SEOUL, South Korea — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised a demonstration of new exploding drones designed to...
US sanctions hundreds of firms accused of aiding Russia’s war machine
The U.S. imposed sweeping sanctions Friday on hundreds of firms in Russia and across Europe, Asia and the Middle East,...
Pilot program aims to relieve readiness problems straining armor units
A recent pilot program could change how armored crews achieve and maintain readiness, which the Army hopes will lessen...
US Navy awards Sikorsky $2.7 billion for 35 CH-53K helicopters
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Navy awarded its largest contract yet for the CH-53K King Stallion heavy-lift helicopter...
As Russia moves arms on civilian ships, Ukraine’s backers must respond
Russia has accused Ukraine of attacking civilian shipping, and indeed Ukraine has conducted four or more attacks on...
GOP debate’s Ukraine rift previews Congress’ upcoming aid fight
WASHINGTON ― Republican presidential candidates sparred over continuing Ukraine assistance during their first 2024...
How Iranian drones found in Iraq, Ukraine reflect its growing ambitions
JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING — Iranian-made attack drones recovered in neighboring Iraq and far-flung Ukraine are...
Naval Surface Forces get new commanding officer
Rear Adm. Yvette Davids is now the acting commander of Naval Surface Forces and Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific...
Brazil to double air fleet as part of $10.6 billion investment
SAO PAULO — Brazil plans to invest 52.8 billion reals (U.S. $10.6 billion) for research, development and equipment...
Indonesia to buy Boeing’s F-15 jets, Lockheed’s Black Hawk helicopters
MELBOURNE, Australia — Indonesia has committed to buying Boeing-made F-15 Eagle fighter jets and Sikorsky-made Black...
Australia buys Tomahawk, Spike missiles in deals worth $1.7 billion
JERUSALEM — Australia is spending AU$1.7 billion (U.S. $1.1 billion) on weapons systems to enhance the military’s...