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- New security assistance package for Ukraine announced June 2, 2023The Defense Department announced an additional security assistance package for Ukraine May 31, 2023, that contains key capabilities to arm... Read Story The post New security assistance package for Ukraine announced appeared first on Aerotech News & Review.
- USAF starts B-52 Stratofortress radar modernization June 1, 2023A U.S. Air Force Reserve B-52 Stratofortress from the 307th Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, La., arrived at a... Read Story The post USAF starts B-52 Stratofortress radar modernization appeared first on Aerotech News & Review.
- 75 years of ‘Flags In’ at Arlington National Cemetery May 31, 2023An honored tradition. Soldiers assigned to the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, known as “The Old Guard,” and other service members... Read Story The post 75 years of ‘Flags In’ at Arlington National Cemetery appeared first on Aerotech News & Review.
- Biden, Austin honor fallen service members during Memorial Day ceremonies May 31, 2023President Joe Biden called on the nation to honor the sacrifices of fallen service members by keeping the flame of... Read Story The post Biden, Austin honor fallen service members during Memorial Day ceremonies appeared first on Aerotech News & Review.
- On This Date May 27, 2023May 27, 1943: The final GM A-1 drone flew for 80 minutes. Although U.S. Army Air Force officials deemed the... Read Story The post On This Date appeared first on Aerotech News & Review.
- Air Force Chief of Staff, Gen. CQ Brown, nominated to head Joint Chiefs May 25, 2023President Joe Biden has nominated the current U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff, Gen. CQ Brown, to be the next... Read Story The post Air Force Chief of Staff, Gen. CQ Brown, nominated to head Joint Chiefs appeared first on Aerotech News & Review.
- US and NATO troops execute combined exercise to expand battle group in Poland May 25, 2023BEMOWO PISKIE, Poland—U.S. Army Europe and Africa’s V Corps and NATO’s Multinational Corps Northeast, along with allies and partners, will conduct exercise Griffin... Read Story The post US and NATO troops execute combined exercise to expand battle group in Poland appeared first on Aerotech News & Review.
- F-16 training, aircraft, to fill Ukraine’s mid-term, long-term defense needs May 24, 2023Last week in Japan during a meeting of G7 leaders, including those from Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the... Read Story The post F-16 training, aircraft, to fill Ukraine’s mid-term, long-term defense needs appeared first on Aerotech News & Review.
- AFWERX announces new mantra, mission, vision statements May 23, 2023AFWERX leadership announced a new mantra, mission and vision statement to its Airmen and Guardians in a virtual all-call May... Read Story The post AFWERX announces new mantra, mission, vision statements appeared first on Aerotech News & Review.
- On this date May 20, 2023May 20, 1941: The North American Aviation XP-51, with company test pilot Robert Creed Chilton at the controls, made its... Read Story The post On this date appeared first on Aerotech News & Review.
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- 3D animation shows the inner-workings of an AR-15 August 11, 2022The video explains why the rifle is such an efficient, and ultimately dangerous, weapon.
- Everything we know Gen. Milley has told the Jan. 6 panel August 11, 2022Here is all of the publicly released testimony by the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, in one place.
- Air Mobility Command to give pregnant airmen more privacy under new directive August 11, 2022Under the new guidance, pregnant airmen will be given a general 30-day profile that only documents mobility, duty and fitness requirements restrictions.
- The National Guard has a new weapon in the fight for COVID vaccination August 11, 2022The National Guard is shipping doses of Novavax’s newly approved COVID-19 vaccine out to units in hopes it will help shrink the number of unvaccinated Guardsmen who face expulsion.
- Pentagon reviewing how DC Guard is called up for duty August 11, 2022A decision could come in the next six months, National Guard Chief Gen. Daniel Hokanson told Military Times.
- Iranian charged in plot to murder former National Security Advisor John Bolton August 10, 2022The murder-for-hire was reportedly in response to the U.S. assassination of Qassim Soleimani, commander of the Revolutionary Guard's elite Quds Force.
- Steven Seagal appears in Ukraine, serving as a Russian spokesperson August 9, 2022Steven Seagal visits Ukraine amid prison bombing controversy.
- New Army recruiting ad continues crusade against civilian workforce August 9, 2022Army encourages college grads to "skip entry level" and join the military instead.
- Air Force Academy employee suspected in deadly Colorado shooting August 9, 2022Colorado Springs police believe John Paz shot and killed a woman and El Paso County Sheriff’s Deputy Andrew Peery before he killed himself.
- Here’s what we know about F-35 ejection seat woes so far August 8, 2022Military officials won’t answer whether they’ve found the problem on any planes.
- Georgia residents say Air Force flyover damaged their homes August 5, 2022Residents said the Little League tournament flyover seemed louder and lower than usual and shook their homes.
- Magnet fishers fined after pulling 86 rockets from Fort Stewart river August 5, 2022The trio have a September court date.
- Air Force bomb disposal tech charged in April insider attack in Syria August 4, 2022Tech. Sgt. David Wayne Dezwaan Jr., is accused of several violations of the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
- Air Force Reserve’s No. 2 officer takes over as commander August 4, 2022The Air Force Reserve is functioning like the "New England Patriots on a high school team’s budget,” Lt. Gen. John Healy said.
- New documentary scrutinizes Pentagon-Hollywood relationship — but is it propaganda? August 4, 2022Theaters of War offers a new perspective on the military's relationship with Hollywood.
- Over 500 airmen promoted to colonel as open slots stagnate August 3, 2022About one-third of eligible lieutenant colonels — 555 of nearly 1,800 — were tapped to pin on the full bird.
- ‘In prison or the DFAC?’: soldiers complain about base food August 3, 2022DFAC food strikes again.
- Big changes ahead for how troops battle future chemical, biological threats August 3, 2022New funding, strategy and focus puts CBRN back in the mix.
- Court blocks Air Force from punishing unvaccinated troops seeking religious waivers August 2, 2022The class-action complaint temporarily protects thousands of airmen and guardians who remain unvaccinated against COVID-19.
- 5 military movies that would be better with Velociraptors August 1, 2022We want to see more military movies "raptorized."
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- Zelenskyy: Patriot air defences are the backbone of European “sky shield” June 2, 2023The Ukrainian President calls for more Patriot air defences alongside the anticipated F-16 fighter jets to bolster Ukraine’s air defence. The post Zelenskyy: Patriot air defences are the backbone of European “sky shield” appeared first on Army Technology.
- Finland to buy 91 CAVS 6×6 armoured vehicles from Patria June 2, 2023Finland will purchase the CAVS armoured personnel vehicle to enhance its ground mobility in the challenging high north conditions. The post Finland to buy 91 CAVS 6×6 armoured vehicles from Patria appeared first on Army Technology.
- UK supports Lebanon’s borders with Land Rover spares donation June 2, 2023Land Rover spares worth £400,000 are being donated to the Lebanese Armed Forces by the UK Conflict, Stability, and Security Fund. The post UK supports Lebanon’s borders with Land Rover spares donation appeared first on Army Technology.
- Canada implements cyber security certification to safeguard defence industry June 2, 2023Canada's defence industry has been a frequent target of malicious cyber activities, posing a threat to the protection of unclassified federal information. The post Canada implements cyber security certification to safeguard defence industry appeared first on Army Technology.
- Ukrainian forces likely moving towards assembly areas ahead of offensive June 1, 2023Russia is estimated to have sustained around 60,000 casualties in the Bakhmut and Popasna areas, with well in excess of 200,000 killed or injured across Ukraine since February 2022. The post Ukrainian forces likely moving towards assembly areas ahead of offensive appeared first on Army Technology.
- UK extends commitment to Kosovan security June 1, 2023The UK extends commitment to Kosovan security as a way of strengthening its focus on Euro-Atlantic security. The post UK extends commitment to Kosovan security appeared first on Army Technology.
- US Pentagon integrates directed-energy air defence systems June 1, 2023The Pentagon plans to integrate directed-energy weapon systems across the entire US armed forces. The post US Pentagon integrates directed-energy air defence systems appeared first on Army Technology.
- Brazil strengthens defence and prioritises internal security June 1, 2023Brazil's armed forces are actively undertaking various modernisation projects, including upgrading armoured vehicles and expanding its order of fighter jets. The post Brazil strengthens defence and prioritises internal security appeared first on Army Technology.
- US Pentagon sends Ukraine Gepard air defence systems June 1, 2023The Gepard guns will contribute to strengthening Ukraine’s air defence system as the country prepares for its long-awaited counter-offensive. The post US Pentagon sends Ukraine Gepard air defence systems appeared first on Army Technology.
- Who’s hiring who? 3D printing hiring activity decreased by 35% in the aerospace, defence & security industry in Q1 2023 May 31, 2023The global aerospace, defence and security industry experienced a 35% drop in new job postings related to 3D printing in… The post Who’s hiring who? 3D printing hiring activity decreased by 35% in the aerospace, defence & security industry in Q1 2023 appeared first on Army Technology.
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- GDIT drastically upping investments in DoD emerging tech areas like AI, zero trust June 2, 2023GDIT President Amy Gilliland spoke to Breaking Defense about how the tech company is redirecting its investments to meet the technological demands of the day, including incorporating lessons from Ukraine.
- At Malaysia’s largest defense show, Turkey and China fight to make inroads June 2, 2023Running a close second to Turkey’s presence at LIMA were a constellation of PRC firms, including large exhibits from four of the major state-owned defense firms.
- DISA lays out ‘Workforce 2025’ plan to increase worker skills June 1, 2023“Workforce 2025 is, at its heart, a strategy designed to enhance the skills and talents of current employees while ensuring DISA onboards new talent and invests in the professional development of both throughout their careers,” DISA Director Lt. Gen. Robert Skinner said.
- Guard Chief: White House plan for ‘Space Component’ will cost $1B, harm readiness June 1, 2023Gen. Daniel Hokanson said his “best military advice” is instead “to transfer the current Air National Guard units doing the space mission into a National Guard component for the Space Force, so they can continue everything they’re doing today tomorrow.”
- Army delays IFPC Inc 2 program operational assessment to ‘early’ FY25 June 1, 2023Lingering supply chain woes have delayed Dynetics first Enduring Shield launcher prototype delivery to the Army which has, in turn, delayed testing plans.
- L3Harris CEO draws hard line against fixed-price development contracts June 1, 2023Eyeing risks of losses, L3Harris’ Chris Kubasik said, “I think the industry as a whole is going to continue to no-bid these contracts until [DoD uses] the right vehicles.”
- 7 Space Force units get permanent homes, 4 in Colorado June 1, 2023The Space Force’s newest operational unit, Delta 15 stood up in March and that supports Space Command’s “protect and defend” mission, will be based at Schriever SFB in Colorado Springs.
- Lockheed, Raytheon invest $12.5M in 3D printing firm Fortify June 1, 2023The company, just 55 employees strong, boasts a unique approach to additive manufacturing of lightweight, versatile composites well-suited to aerospace applications from fighter aircraft and drones to hypersonics.
- Sikorsky to reveal UK New Medium Helicopter production plans once requirements set June 1, 2023“We really just want to see the final tender and understand what the requirements are going to look like before we make a public announcement on our approach,” said Paul Lemmo, President of Sikorsky.
- Korean Aerospace Industries eyes new fighter designs, FA-50 sales in Pacific June 1, 2023Underpinning KAI’s plan is an overall goal of reducing the company’s dependence on Korean government procurement and to increase sales in the export market.
- Breaking Defense adds Seth Frantzman as correspondent for Israel June 1, 2023New correspondent brings depth, focus and journalistic experience to coverage of Israel.
- New Pentagon leaders-to-be: DoD announces raft of high-level Biden nominations May 31, 2023In addition to the official notice for the next leader of the Marine Corps are nominations for the Missile Defense Agency, US Cyber Command, the DIA and others.
- Pratt says F-35 engine stockpile restored after GAO warned of production delays May 31, 2023A Pratt executive pushed back on a Government Accountability Office report that warned of production delays due to an inventory of engines being cleared out, and stated the company’s engine upgrade for the Joint Strike Fighter can support the jet’s needs through Block 4.
- SPACECOM takes over missile defense ops from Strategic Command May 31, 2023By bringing the three mission areas of missile warning, missile defense and space domain awareness under one command as the Global Sensor Manager, USSPACECOM can more effectively integrate and fuse the sensor data for rapid detection, characterization, tracking and dissemination to ensure theaters can defeat any threat,” said Gen. Jim Dickinson, SPACECOM commander.
- Why the budget deal is good news for defense — with one key exception May 31, 2023AEI’s Elaine McCusker, former Pentagon comptroller, argues the Biden-McCarthy compromise is a positive sign, but there’s work to be done.
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- China would gain swift air superiority over Taiwan, US leaks show April 19, 2023DefenceTalkChina would probably gain air superiority very quickly in any attack on Taiwan, something Russia crucially failed to do in its invasion of Ukraine last year, leaked US intelligence documents show, according to media reports Saturday. The classified documents, allegedly leaked by a US national guardsman in the worst US security breach in a decade, […]
- China sends warships and aircraft around Taiwan for second day April 8, 2023DefenceTalkChina sent warships and aircraft near Taiwan for a second day on Friday and insisted the island remains “an inseparable part of China”, after President Tsai Ing-wen angered Beijing by meeting with US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Three Chinese warships sailed in waters surrounding the self-ruled island, while a fighter jet and an anti-submarine helicopter […]
- Japan changes rules to allow aid to foreign militaries April 6, 2023DefenceTalkJapan will begin offering aid to the militaries of “like-minded countries” under new rules announced Wednesday, as Tokyo builds a more proactive defence strategy to address growing regional threats. The new framework will be separate from other types of aid offered by Japan, and will specifically target “enhancing the security and deterrence capabilities of like-minded […]
- TikTok hit with UK fine, Australia government ban April 6, 2023DefenceTalkTikTok was dealt fresh setbacks Tuesday as Australia joined a list of Western nations banning the Chinese-owned apps from government devices and Britain fined it for allowing children under 13 to use the social media platform. The popular video-sharing app has come under growing pressure in Western countries, with the United States urging TikTok to […]
- Long NATO delay spells trouble for Sweden and alliance: experts April 6, 2023DefenceTalkWhile Finland Tuesday became a full NATO member, Sweden’s membership bid remains blocked, an “embarrassing” delay if short-lived but which could make Sweden more vulnerable and create problems within NATO if it drags on, experts told AFP. Finland became the 31st member of the military alliance after securing the last two ratifications needed from Hungary […]
- Russia says fired anti-ship missiles at mock target in Sea of Japan March 28, 2023DefenceTalkRussia’s defence ministry said Tuesday that its navy had fired test anti-ship missiles at mock targets in the Sea of Japan during military exercises. Russia’s Pacific Fleet drills came a week after Tokyo’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida visited Ukraine. Moscow holds regular drills off its Far East coast, but Tokyo said these were “increasing” and […]
- Lockheed Developing Long Range Maneuverable Fires Missile For US Army March 28, 2023DefenceTalkThe U.S. Army’s Aviation and Missile Center has selected Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) to develop an advanced propulsion Long Range Maneuverable Fires (LRMF) missile. The missile can be fired from existing Army launchers to defeat distant threats at ranges that significantly exceed those of the PrSM baseline. “Lockheed Martin is partnering with the U.S. Army […]
- Germany delivers Leopard tanks to Ukraine March 28, 2023DefenceTalkGermany has delivered promised Leopard battle tanks to Ukraine, Chancellor Olaf Scholz said on Monday, providing Kyiv with much-needed heavy weaponry against Russia. The delivery of what Scholz said were “very modern” German-made battle tanks comes some two months after Berlin finally gave the green light for them to be sent. Ukraine has appealed to […]
- Kremlin says won’t change plans on Belarus nuclear weapons March 27, 2023DefenceTalkThe Kremlin on Monday said Western criticism would not change plans announced by President Vladimir Putin to deploy tactical nuclear weapons in neighboring Belarus. The West condemned Putin’s weekend announcement on placing the weapons in EU and NATO-bordering Belarus, triggering calls for new sanctions on Moscow. Ukraine said it was seeking an emergency meeting of […]
- North Korea says it tested new underwater nuclear attack ‘drone’ March 24, 2023DefenceTalkNorth Korea claimed Friday it had tested an underwater nuclear attack drone able to unleash a “radioactive tsunami”, as it blamed recent US-South Korea exercises for a deteriorating regional security situation. Pyongyang carried out military drills of its own in response this week, the official Korean Central News Agency said, including test-firing a new nuclear-capable […]
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- Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:AAP) Downgraded by The Goldman Sachs Group to Neutral June 2, 2023The Goldman Sachs Group downgraded shares of Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:AAP – Get Rating) from a buy rating to a neutral rating in a report released on Thursday morning, The Fly reports. They currently have $82.00 price objective on the stock, down from their prior price objective of $155.00. Several other analysts have also recently […]
- Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:AAP) Given New $75.00 Price Target at UBS Group June 2, 2023Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:AAP – Get Rating) had its price target lowered by UBS Group from $132.00 to $75.00 in a research report report published on Thursday, The Fly reports. Other analysts have also issued research reports about the company. Wedbush reduced their price objective on Advance Auto Parts from $145.00 to $115.00 in a […]
- Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:AAP) Given New $76.00 Price Target at Citigroup June 2, 2023Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:AAP – Get Rating) had its price objective decreased by Citigroup from $126.00 to $76.00 in a research note published on Thursday morning, The Fly reports. Several other equities analysts have also issued reports on the company. The Goldman Sachs Group lowered Advance Auto Parts from a buy rating to a neutral […]
- Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:AAP) Price Target Cut to $80.00 by Analysts at Morgan Stanley June 2, 2023Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:AAP – Get Rating) had its target price reduced by Morgan Stanley from $130.00 to $80.00 in a research note issued to investors on Thursday morning, The Fly reports. Other research analysts have also recently issued reports about the company. Argus cut Advance Auto Parts from a buy rating to a hold […]
- HRT Financial LP Acquires 6,371 Shares of Commerce Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ:CBSH) June 2, 2023HRT Financial LP grew its holdings in Commerce Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ:CBSH – Get Rating) by 93.1% in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The firm owned 13,215 shares of the financial services provider’s stock after acquiring an additional 6,371 shares during the quarter. HRT […]
- Advisor Group Holdings Inc. Grows Stake in BILL Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:BILL) June 2, 2023Advisor Group Holdings Inc. raised its stake in BILL Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:BILL – Get Rating) by 0.7% during the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 41,150 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 298 shares during the […]
- Franklin Resources Inc. Decreases Position in Cousins Properties Incorporated (NYSE:CUZ) June 2, 2023Franklin Resources Inc. trimmed its position in Cousins Properties Incorporated (NYSE:CUZ – Get Rating) by 5.5% during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 315,965 shares of the real estate investment trust’s stock after selling 18,514 shares during the quarter. Franklin Resources Inc. […]
- PNC Financial Services Group Inc. Cuts Position in Diodes Incorporated (NASDAQ:DIOD) June 2, 2023PNC Financial Services Group Inc. lessened its holdings in Diodes Incorporated (NASDAQ:DIOD – Get Rating) by 2.6% in the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 8,647 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock after selling 235 shares during the period. […]
- Germaine Cota Sells 785 Shares of BILL Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:BILL) Stock June 2, 2023BILL Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:BILL – Get Rating) SVP Germaine Cota sold 785 shares of BILL stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, May 30th. The stock was sold at an average price of $99.07, for a total value of $77,769.95. Following the completion of the sale, the senior vice president now owns 3,024 shares in the […]
- Crescent Energy (NYSE:CRGY) Shares Bought by First Trust Advisors LP June 2, 2023First Trust Advisors LP raised its holdings in Crescent Energy (NYSE:CRGY – Get Rating) by 71.8% during the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The firm owned 205,031 shares of the company’s stock after purchasing an additional 85,656 shares during the quarter. First Trust Advisors […]
- O Shaughnessy Asset Management LLC Purchases New Position in Golden Ocean Group Limited (NASDAQ:GOGL) June 2, 2023O Shaughnessy Asset Management LLC acquired a new stake in Golden Ocean Group Limited (NASDAQ:GOGL – Get Rating) in the fourth quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The fund acquired 28,528 shares of the shipping company’s stock, valued at approximately $248,000. Other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also bought […]
- O Shaughnessy Asset Management LLC Makes New $238,000 Investment in Xylem Inc. (NYSE:XYL) June 2, 2023O Shaughnessy Asset Management LLC bought a new stake in Xylem Inc. (NYSE:XYL – Get Rating) during the 4th quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm bought 2,156 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $238,000. A number of other institutional investors have also […]
- Britt J. Vitalone Sells 983 Shares of McKesson Co. (NYSE:MCK) Stock June 2, 2023McKesson Co. (NYSE:MCK – Get Rating) CFO Britt J. Vitalone sold 983 shares of the stock in a transaction on Friday, May 26th. The shares were sold at an average price of $394.38, for a total value of $387,675.54. Following the sale, the chief financial officer now directly owns 30,563 shares in the company, valued […]
- NetApp, Inc. (NASDAQ:NTAP) Shares Sold by O Shaughnessy Asset Management LLC June 2, 2023O Shaughnessy Asset Management LLC reduced its stake in shares of NetApp, Inc. (NASDAQ:NTAP – Get Rating) by 16.5% during the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 4,666 shares of the data storage provider’s stock after selling 923 shares during […]
- CoreCap Advisors LLC Invests $46,000 in Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ:PLUG) June 2, 2023CoreCap Advisors LLC purchased a new position in shares of Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ:PLUG – Get Rating) in the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the SEC. The institutional investor purchased 3,708 shares of the electronics maker’s stock, valued at approximately $46,000. Several other large investors also recently made […]
- Victory Capital Management Inc. Sells 33,386 Shares of MasTec, Inc. (NYSE:MTZ) June 2, 2023Victory Capital Management Inc. trimmed its stake in shares of MasTec, Inc. (NYSE:MTZ – Get Rating) by 72.4% in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the SEC. The firm owned 12,719 shares of the construction company’s stock after selling 33,386 shares during the quarter. Victory Capital Management Inc.’s […]
- ProShares Bitcoin Strategy ETF (NYSEARCA:BITO) Shares Gap Down to $16.12 June 2, 2023ProShares Bitcoin Strategy ETF (NYSEARCA:BITO – Get Rating)’s share price gapped down before the market opened on Wednesday . The stock had previously closed at $16.12, but opened at $15.66. ProShares Bitcoin Strategy ETF shares last traded at $15.70, with a volume of 601,115 shares. ProShares Bitcoin Strategy ETF Stock Performance The company has a […]
- N-able (NYSE:NABL) Sees Strong Trading Volume June 2, 2023Shares of N-able, Inc. (NYSE:NABL – Get Rating) saw unusually-high trading volume on Wednesday . Approximately 359,614 shares were traded during trading, a decline of 37% from the previous session’s volume of 575,223 shares.The stock last traded at $14.36 and had previously closed at $14.22. Analyst Ratings Changes Several research analysts have commented on NABL […]
- William Mariner Greenman Sells 1,155 Shares of Chinook Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:KDNY) Stock June 2, 2023Chinook Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:KDNY – Get Rating) Director William Mariner Greenman sold 1,155 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, May 30th. The shares were sold at an average price of $23.30, for a total value of $26,911.50. Following the completion of the sale, the director now owns 23,643 shares of the […]
- Neil Rinaldi Buys 1,000,000 Shares of Blue Star Helium Limited (ASX:BNL) Stock June 2, 2023Blue Star Helium Limited (ASX:BNL – Get Rating) insider Neil Rinaldi purchased 1,000,000 shares of Blue Star Helium stock in a transaction that occurred on Monday, May 29th. The shares were bought at an average cost of A$0.03 ($0.02) per share, with a total value of A$26,000.00 ($16,993.46). Blue Star Helium Stock Performance Blue Star […]
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- Italian parliament green lights construction of third Near Future Submarine June 2, 2023The Italian parliament has approved construction of the third Type 212 Near Future Submarine (NFS), marking another milestone in the programme.
- Ukraine to receive Starlink services under US deal June 2, 2023The US Department of Defense (DoD) has contracted SpaceX to provide its Starlink satellite communication (satcom) services to Ukraine.
- Moldova receives EU-funded military equipment June 2, 2023The Armed Forces of the Republic of Moldova has received its first batch of European Union (EU)-funded military equipment as part of the European Peace Facility (EPF),...
- Ukraine conflict: Ukraine orders 300 UAVs June 2, 2023Ukraine has ordered 300 additional reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) from German-based Quantum-Systems.
- Qatar displays upgraded VAB APCs June 2, 2023Qatar unveiled its modernised 6×6 Véhicule de l'Avant Blindé (VAB) armoured personnel carriers (APCs) on 31 May, when its Ministry of Defense released a video showing...
- Portugal issues tender for final tranche of Viana do Castelo OPVs June 1, 2023Portugal's Ministry of Defence (MoD) has issued a tender for the acquisition and construction of six additional Viana do Castelo-class Navio de Patrulha Oceanico (NPO)...
- UK test satellite set for launch in 2024 June 1, 2023A UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) test satellite – Project Tyche – will launch in 2024 as part of project Minerva, the Head of Space Capability at UK Space Command,...
- Changing gear: Shifting priorities of the Australian Army June 1, 2023Australia has announced the establishment of an external advisory panel (EAP) to oversee the implementation of the Defence Strategic Review (DSR) recommendations, which...
- Parting shot: Combatant craft large June 1, 2023The combatant craft large (CCL) was first unveiled by Singapore's Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) in 2021. It was conceived by the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) for the...
- South Korea to upgrade K9A1 howitzers June 1, 2023South Korea's Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) has announced plans to upgrade K9A1 Thunder 155 mm/52 calibre self-propelled howitzers (SPHs) and 120 mm...
- GAO finds problems with F-35 costs and technology in new report June 1, 2023On 30 May the US Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report about the Lockheed Martin F-35, finding that the programme has not adequately explained a cost...
- Future Artillery 2023: KNDS proposes arming EuroPULS MRL with NSM June 1, 2023Krauss-Maffei Wegmann-Nexter Defense Systems (KNDS) is proposing that the Precise and Universal Launching System (PULS) multiple rocket launcher (MRL) be armed with...
- Indian Army upgrades Konkurs-M ATGW with thermal imagers June 1, 2023The Indian Army has upgraded its 9K111‐1M Konkurs‐M anti-tank guided weapon (ATGW) systems with Bangalore-based Tonbo Imaging's cooled, longwave Infrared (LWIR) thermal...
- Denmark extends service life of AN/TPS-77 radars May 31, 2023The Danish Ministry of Defence Acquisition Logistics Organisation (Forsvarsministeriets Materiel: FMI) has contracted Lockheed Martin to extend the life of the Royal...
- ‘Air Defenders' assemble ahead of NATO's largest aviation exercise May 31, 2023The first aircraft to take part in Exercise ‘Air Defender 2023' has arrived in Germany, ahead of what the Luftwaffe has described as “the largest deployment exercise of...
- US working to resolve Taiwan F-16 delivery delay May 31, 2023Lockheed Martin is working to resolve potential delays associated with F-16V Block 70/72 fighters ordered by Taiwan, the company told Janes on 30 May.
- North Korea fails to launch reconnaissance satellite May 31, 2023North Korea's first attempt at launching a claimed military satellite into space has resulted in failure. The rocket carrying the satellite fell into the Yellow Sea...
- Turkey upgrades ACV-15 APCs May 31, 2023Turkey's Presidency of Defence Industries (SSB) awarded a contract to FNSS on 26 May to modernise and upgrade some of the Turkish Land Forces' fleet of ACV-15 armoured...
- US says PLA J-16 conducted ‘unsafe' manoeuvre ahead of RC-135 May 31, 2023The United States has said that a Chinese Shenyang Aircraft Corporation (SAC) J-16 fighter aircraft conducted an unsafe manoeuvre near a US Air Force (USAF) Boeing...
- Netherlands to acquire new portable radios May 30, 2023The Netherlands will replace all of its existing portable ground-to-air radios as part of the broader EUR1.5 billion (USD1.6 billion) 10-year Foxtrot tactical...
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- Finnish Defence Forces to Purchase 91 Patria 6×6 Armored Wheeled Vehicles June 2, 2023The Finnish Defence Forces purchase Patria 6×6 armoured vehicles as a part of the multinational Finland-led CAVS (Common Armoured Vehicle ...
- US Department of Defense to Purchase Jordanian Flakpanzer Gepard SPAAGs for Ukraine June 2, 2023Global Military Products Inc, Tampa, Florida, was awarded an $118,375,740 firm-fixed-price contract for the purchase and delivery of Flakpanzer Gepard ...
- Dillon Aero Offers MCAS-500 Mission Configurable Aircraft System for MD500 Helicopters June 2, 2023The MCAS-500 Mission Configurable Aircraft System provides an exceptional armament solution for the MD500 series of helicopters. The MD 500 ...
- UAC Delivered New Batch of Sukhoi Su-34M Fighter-bombers to Russian Ministry of Defence June 2, 2023Russian aerospace and defense corporation UAC (PJSC United Aircraft Corporation, Obyedinyonnaya Aviastroitelnaya Korporatsiya) reports that it delivered a batch of ...
- Schiebel CAMCOPTER S-100 Monitors Ship Emissions for EMSA in North Sea June 2, 2023Schiebel, under contract to the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA), is providing ship emission monitoring for the German Federal Police ...
- Lockheed Martin Awarded Danish Ministry of Defence Contract to Upgrade TPS-77 Radars June 2, 2023The Danish Ministry of Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation (DALO, Forsvarets Materiel- og Indkøbsstyrelse) has signed a contract with Lockheed ...
- General Dynamics Land System TRX Robotic Platform Make It Debut at CANSEC 2023 June 2, 2023General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) debuts its new TRX SHORAD, a new robotic short-range air defense system based on the ...
- Oshkosh Defense Celebrates Production of 20000th Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) June 2, 2023Oshkosh Defense LLC, an Oshkosh Corporation company, announced the production of the 20,000th Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV). The production ...
- MBDA Offers ASRAAM and Brimstone Missiles for Royal Malaysian Air Force FA-50 LCA June 1, 2023The European multinational developer and manufacturer of missiles MBDA showcased a range of missiles at the Langkawi International Maritime and ...
- South Korea Succeeds in L-SAM Missile Interception Test for 3rd Time June 1, 2023The South Korean state-run Agency for Defense Development (ADD) revealed to the press corps the whole process of the interception ...
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- Clashes in Kosovo: Belgrade Warns of New War as 25 NATO Troops Injured, 50 Serb Protestors Hospitalised May 30, 2023Following rising tensions between Kosovar authorities and the local Serb minority, NATO forces based on the territory clashed with Serb demonstrators in the Serb majority town of Zvecan on May 29. Serbian sources reported that Serb demonstrators staging a sit-down protest outside municipal
- Untrained Ukrainian Conscripts Fed Into Donbas ‘Meat Grinders’ - U.S. Reports May 29, 2023The Ukrainian Military has reportedly relied on mass deployments of conscripted soldiers, often with little to no training, in its campaign to engage Russian forces in the Donbas regions which both countries claim as their territory. A recent Wall Street Journal report highlighted that the military
- Belarus Unveils New T-72 Upgrade Package For its Army’s Backbone: Is It Better Than Russia’s T-72B3M? May 27, 2023At the MILEX-2023 defence exhibition in Minsk Belarus unveiled a range of new pieces of domestically developed military equipment, with one of the most notable being the new T-72BM2 main battle tank prominently displayed at the centre of the event. The T-72 forms the backbone of the Belarusian
- Serbian President Puts Forces on High Alert - Warns NATO to Rein in Kosovo Violence May 27, 2023On May 26 Serbian President and Supreme Commander in Chief of the country’s armed forces Aleksandar Vucic placed the military on high alert, according to reports from local media, ordering forces to immediately move to the administrative border of Kosovo and Metohija. These moves were made in
- Saudi Arabia in Talks to Acquire Chinese J-10C Fighters, Drones and Air Defences - Reports May 26, 2023Saudi Arabia and China are reportedly in talks over the potential sale of Chengdu J-10C fighter jets to the Middle Eastern Kingdom, according to a report from the Tactical Report intelligence service. Riyadh is reportedly also interested in other Chinese acquisitions including the Sky Saker FX80
- American F-22s and British Eurofighters Conducted Agile Combat Exercises Near Russia: How Do Raptors Affect the Power Balance? May 25, 2023British Royal Air Force Eurofighter fourth generation fighter aircraft participated in the U.S. Air Force’s Agile Combat Employment exercise held over the skies of Estonia on May 8-12, with the British IX (B) Squadron joining American F-22 Raptors from the 94th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, 1st
- Why Russia’s Kinzhal Strike on Patriot Missiles is Very Reassuring For North Korea - Security Expert A. B. Abrams May 25, 2023The Russian Air Force’s successful operation to destroy a Patriot missile system guarding the Ukrainian capital Kiev on May 16, using MiG-31K strike fighters armed with Kh-47M2 Kinzhal hypersonic ballistic missiles, represents the first serious air defence suppression effort against Western long
- Russia Quintupled Production of Kinzhal Hypersonic Missiles Before Destruction of Patriot System - Reports May 23, 2023Following the increased publicity gained by Russia’s Kh-47M2 Kinzhal ballistic missile for its successful destruction of an American Patriot air defence system on May 16, reports have emerged from a number of sources that the country quintupled production of the missiles some time after operations
- After Half a Year Grounded By Accidents America’s Sole Stealth Bomber Squadron is Finally Operational Again May 23, 2023The U.S. Air Force’s sole squadron of stealth bombers, the the 509th Bomb Wing based at Whiteman Air Force Base, has returned to operations with the flight of one of its B-2 bombers on May 22 being the first by the squadron in over six months. An accident at Whiteman Air Force Base on December 10,
- Russia’s Wagner Group Contractors Capture Key Ukrainian City After 10 Month ‘Meat Grinder’: An ‘Open Road’ For Further Advances May 22, 2023Russian forces spearheaded by contractors from the Wagner Group were reported in the early hours of May 21 to have completely captured the city of the city of Bakhmut in Eastern Ukraine’s Donetsk region - an area which Russia has since September recognised as part of its territory and which was
- Would Ukrainian F-16s Be a Game Changer Against Russia? Air Force Elaborates How Fighters Will Be Used May 22, 2023The Ukrainian Air Force Command has claimed that if supplied F-16 fighter aircraft by Western countries, it would be able to turn the tide of the ongoing war with Russia and emerge victorious. “When [we] have F-16, we will win this war,” Air Force spokesman Yuri Ignat stated, highlighting that
- MiG-31K ‘Patriot Killer’: How Russia Developed its Most Accomplished Strike Fighter and Why it Won May 21, 2023On May 16 Russian Air Force MiG-31K strike fighters launched Kh-47M2 Kinzhal ballistic missiles to target Patriot air defence systems in the Ukrainian capital Kiev, reportedly successfully the command/radar vehicle and five launch batteries. With the Patriots according to Russian sources having
- Why America is Reluctant to Supply Ukraine with F-16s Despite Massive European Pressure: Combat Losses Could Destroy Fighter’s Reputation May 20, 2023Following months of Ukrainian government requests that Western countries supply it with F-16 fighter aircraft, the United States has come under growing pressure from its European allies to approve transfers of the aircraft to the Ukrainian Air Force. The F-16, although currently being replaced by
- Russian Hypersonic Strikes on Ukraine’s New Patriot Missiles Likely Caused Mercenary Casualties - This is Why May 20, 2023On May 16 as part of a broad spectrum of attacks on targets in the Ukrainian capital Kiev Russian Air Force MiG-31K strike fighters launched Kh-47M2 Kinzhal ballistic missiles to target Patriot air defence systems recently delivered from Germany and the United States. The strikes followed warnings
- Patriot Radar Station and Five Missile Batteries Destroyed in Russian Hypersonic Strike on Kiev May 18, 2023Following a major strike on the Ukrainian capital Kiev in May 16, which involved use of multiple missile classes including deployment of Kinzhal ballistic missiles against Ukraine’s Patriot air defence systems, new information regarding the strike has continued to emerge. With Western sources
- Putin Warned Patriot Air Defences Wouldn’t Survive Long in Ukraine: A Hypersonic Missile Just Destroyed Half the Network Within a Month May 17, 2023On May 16 as part of a complex series of strikes on the Ukrainian capital Kiev the Russian Air Force employed the Kh-47M2 Kinzhal hypersonic ballistic missile to neutralise a unit from an American Patriot air defence system, destroying its a radar and a control centre and reportedly at least one of
- U.S. Air Force Has Doubled its Aggressor Training Units in Just 11 Months: New Squadrons to Simulate Enemy Air Operations May 17, 2023The U.S. Air Force has converted one of its reserve fighter squadrons into a new aggressor unit, the 706th Aggressor Squadron, which has been formed from F-16C fourth generation fighters. A ceremony marking the unit’s formation was held at the Air Force Reserve’s 926th Wing at Nellis Air Force
- Russian T-14 Armata Tank Sees First Combat in Ukraine - Reports May 16, 2023The Russian T-14 Armata tank has reportedly seen its first combat in Ukraine, with footage released on May 16 allegedly showing the tank firing on Ukrainian positions in the theatre. The T-14 was confirmed in the final week of April to have been deployed to support
- Norway Has the World’s Only Fully Fifth Generation Fighter Fleet: Engineer Shortage Threatens to Ground High Maintenance F-35s May 16, 2023The Norwegian Air Force in January 2022 became the first service in the world to convert its fighter fleet entirely to operating fifth generation aircraft, as the last of its F-16 fourth generation jets were replaced by their direct next generation successors the F-35As. Although the new aircraft
- Russian Su-35 Fighter Adds to Long Kill Count Over Ukraine: Mi-8 Helcopter Shot Down Over Kharkiv May 15, 2023A Russian Air Force’s Su-35S air superiority fighter has shot down a Ukrainian MI-8 helicopter near the Russian-Ukrainian border in the Kharkiv region, according to a report from Russia’s Battlegroup West on May 15. "During combat in the Kupyansk area, a Mi-8 helicopter was downed in a missile attack by
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- Boeing awarded $200m contract to support F/A-18E/F aircraft production June 2, 2023US Navy's contract modification with Boeing signals long-term support for F/A-18E/F aircraft amidst future programme development. The post Boeing awarded $200m contract to support F/A-18E/F aircraft production appeared first on Naval Technology.
- USS Oregon attack submarine receives post-delivery servicing June 2, 2023The Block IV Virginia-class attack submarine was recently delivered to the US Navy, and the platform will now undergo servicing. The post USS Oregon attack submarine receives post-delivery servicing appeared first on Naval Technology.
- Canada announces latest investment into Coast Guard fleet June 2, 2023Although a civil maritime organisation, the CCG can be tasked to assist the Royal Canadian Navy on operations or training, with more than 100 vessels in its fleet. The post Canada announces latest investment into Coast Guard fleet appeared first on Naval Technology.
- Kraken Robotics enters Asia-Pacific market with Katfish mine hunting solution June 2, 2023After a demonstration of the mine hunting system in Q1, the company will deliver the asset to a large Asia-Pacific navy. The post Kraken Robotics enters Asia-Pacific market with Katfish mine hunting solution appeared first on Naval Technology.
- US Pentagon integrates directed-energy air defence systems June 1, 2023The Pentagon plans to integrate directed-energy weapon systems across the entire US armed forces. The post US Pentagon integrates directed-energy air defence systems appeared first on Naval Technology.
- Brazil strengthens defence and prioritises internal security June 1, 2023Brazil's armed forces are actively undertaking various modernisation projects, including upgrading armoured vehicles and expanding its order of fighter jets. The post Brazil strengthens defence and prioritises internal security appeared first on Naval Technology.
- Boeing’s Canadian partnership positions P-8 well for CMMA May 31, 2023Boeing aims to leverage its more than 100-year relationship with Canada to collaborate with industry partners and expand investments in the country. The post Boeing’s Canadian partnership positions P-8 well for CMMA appeared first on Naval Technology.
- Royal Navy embraces the metaverse in Project Selborne submarine training May 31, 2023The VR training solution to be provided will be able to be scaled as required and reconfigured to replicate different classes of submarine. The post Royal Navy embraces the metaverse in Project Selborne submarine training appeared first on Naval Technology.
- Israel’s missile defence system leads the defence market May 31, 2023Israel's defence sector is set to grow across the next five years, with the missile defence the primary driver of growth The post Israel’s missile defence system leads the defence market appeared first on Naval Technology.
- Egyptian Naval Forces host commanders of Saudi and Qatari Naval Forces May 30, 2023The meetings at the Egyptian Naval Forces headquarters in Alexandria focused on exploring common interests, coordinating efforts, and fostering military cooperation between the respective naval forces. The post Egyptian Naval Forces host commanders of Saudi and Qatari Naval Forces appeared first on Naval Technology.
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- Navy offers future sailors, veterans up to $115,000 in enlistment, loan repayment incentives August 11, 2022Future sailors and veterans must either enlist or reassess into active duty and ship out before the end of September to qualify.
- 3D animation shows the inner-workings of an AR-15 August 11, 2022The video explains why the rifle is such an efficient, and ultimately dangerous, weapon.
- Everything we know Gen. Milley has told the Jan. 6 panel August 11, 2022Here is all of the publicly released testimony by the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, in one place.
- USS Abraham Lincoln strike group returns from deployment August 11, 2022The seven-month underway spanned the Pacific Ocean and included exercises with Japan and other nations.
- The aircraft carrier George HW Bush deploys from Norfolk August 10, 2022The carrier is expected to replace the aircraft carrier Harry S. Truman, which is deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations.
- Iranian charged in plot to murder former National Security Advisor John Bolton August 10, 2022The murder-for-hire was reportedly in response to the U.S. assassination of Qassim Soleimani, commander of the Revolutionary Guard's elite Quds Force.
- How one Navy warship is taking ‘busting rust’ to a whole new level August 10, 2022The USS Benfold Restoration Team is culled from the ranks of the ship and focused on rust removal, priming and painting.
- Steven Seagal appears in Ukraine, serving as a Russian spokesperson August 9, 2022Steven Seagal visits Ukraine amid prison bombing controversy.
- New Army recruiting ad continues crusade against civilian workforce August 9, 2022Army encourages college grads to "skip entry level" and join the military instead.
- Navy salvages Super Hornet that blew off USS Harry Truman in the Med August 9, 2022The aircraft, which fell overboard as the carrier completed an at-sea replenishment July 8, was pulled from a depth of roughly 9,500 feet.
- Here’s what we know about F-35 ejection seat woes so far August 8, 2022Military officials won’t answer whether they’ve found the problem on any planes.
- Navy establishes Recruiting Reserve Command as services struggle with quotas August 5, 2022The command is primarily composed of canvassing recruiter professionals to educate others — including active duty sailors, veterans and civilians — about the Navy Reserve.
- Destroyer Bulkeley departs Norfolk for new homeport in Rota, Spain August 5, 2022The homeport change comes as the service aims to bolster its destroyer fleet in Spain from four to six warships in the next several years.
- Operation Cyber Dragon turning US Navy reservists into digital defenders August 5, 2022“The interesting thing in the IT world or the network world is what’s patched and 100% compliant today might not be patched tomorrow, because vulnerabilities ebb and flow.”
- Magnet fishers fined after pulling 86 rockets from Fort Stewart river August 5, 2022The trio have a September court date.
- Navy failed to address environmental impact of Growler fleet expansion, judge rules August 4, 2022In 2019, the Navy authorized a significant expansion of its Growler program at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.
- Navy identifies Arleigh Burke sailor who died falling overboard in Baltic Sea August 4, 2022Seaman Recruit David L. Spearman, originally from North Carolina, joined the Arleigh Burke in April.
- New documentary scrutinizes Pentagon-Hollywood relationship — but is it propaganda? August 4, 2022Theaters of War offers a new perspective on the military's relationship with Hollywood.
- ‘In prison or the DFAC?’: soldiers complain about base food August 3, 2022DFAC food strikes again.
- Big changes ahead for how troops battle future chemical, biological threats August 3, 2022New funding, strategy and focus puts CBRN back in the mix.
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- Berry Aviation, Columbia Helicopters Awarded Airlift and Medical Support for US Military in Philippines June 2, 2023Berry Aviation Inc and Columbia Helicopters have received a contract to provide military airlift and medical support for the US in the Philippines. The post Berry Aviation, Columbia Helicopters Awarded Airlift and Medical Support for US Military in Philippines appeared first on The Defense Post.
- Oshkosh Announces 20,000th Joint Light Tactical Vehicle Production June 2, 2023US-based Oshkosh Defense has announced the production of its 20,000th Joint Light Tactical Vehicle as part of the JLTV Program. The post Oshkosh Announces 20,000th Joint Light Tactical Vehicle Production appeared first on The Defense Post.
- Shelling Kills Two in Russian Region Near Ukraine: Governor June 2, 2023Two civilians died from shelling in Russia's Belgorod region, bordering Ukraine, which has witnessed intensified attacks recently. The post Shelling Kills Two in Russian Region Near Ukraine: Governor appeared first on The Defense Post.
- Japan Maritime Aircraft to Receive Magnetic Anomaly Detection System June 2, 2023CAE has announced the delivery of its Magnetic Anomaly Detection – Extended Role system to Japan’s Mitsubishi Electric Corporation. The post Japan Maritime Aircraft to Receive Magnetic Anomaly Detection System appeared first on The Defense Post.
- US Army’s Enduring Shield Air Defense Program Hit by One-Year Delay June 2, 2023The development of the US Army’s Enduring Shield air defense missile launcher has been hit by a one-year delay due to problems with manufacturer Dynetics. The post US Army’s Enduring Shield Air Defense Program Hit by One-Year Delay appeared first on The Defense Post.
- Northrop Completes Initial Design Review for Future Pacific US Missile Defense Ground Station June 2, 2023Northrop Grumman has completed the preliminary design review of Relay Ground Station-Asia for the US Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific. The post Northrop Completes Initial Design Review for Future Pacific US Missile Defense Ground Station appeared first on The Defense Post.
- US AI-Enabled Drone Attacks Own Operator in Simulated Test: Report June 2, 2023A US drone controlled by artificial intelligence suddenly attacked its operator for allegedly “interfering” with its pre-programmed mission. The post US AI-Enabled Drone Attacks Own Operator in Simulated Test: Report appeared first on The Defense Post.
- BAE Systems in Talks for Weapons Production Facility in Ukraine June 2, 2023Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed negotiations with British defense giant BAE Systems to establish a weapons production facility in Kyiv. The post BAE Systems in Talks for Weapons Production Facility in Ukraine appeared first on The Defense Post.
- South Korea Concludes Trials of Indigenous Missile Defense System June 2, 2023South Korea has concluded the developmental trials of the long-range surface-to-air missile (L-SAM) system. The post South Korea Concludes Trials of Indigenous Missile Defense System appeared first on The Defense Post.
- NATO Debates ‘Security Guarantees’ for Ukraine June 2, 2023NATO foreign ministers debated providing security guarantees to Ukraine after its war with Russia ends. The post NATO Debates ‘Security Guarantees’ for Ukraine appeared first on The Defense Post.
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- What the Ukrainian Armed Forces Need to Do to Win June 2, 2023Our instructors were training a Ukrainian national guard unit near the Moldovan border. When we arrived at the range, a Ukrainian unit was already on the range throwing hand grenades in an open field less than 200 meters from us, then just dropping to the ground and watching them explode without any cover. These soldiers […]
- The Ebb and Flow of Russian Military Power June 2, 2023On this special edition podcast, listeners will get to hear the first 20 minutes of Mike Kofman’s members-only podcast, The Russia Contingency. Mike spoke last week with William C. Wohlforth, a faculty member in Dartmouth College’s department of government about Russia, its role in the world and American power in Europe. The 45-minute conversation explored […]
- Prove It Before You Use It: Nuclear Retaliation Under Uncertainty June 1, 2023It is 2028, and the United States Space Force’s early warning radar modernization is complete. Technical Sergeant Jack Nichols works at Buckley Space Force Base operating systems that detect and assess ballistic missile threats against the United States and Canada. Since arriving at the Colorado base, Nichols has experienced his share of false alarms. However, […]
- A Defense Pact Will Not Upgrade U.S.-Saudi Security Relations May 31, 2023Political resets between adversaries or friends who have drifted apart require political will and viable strategies on both sides. After years of strain, both U.S. and Saudi leaders have now stated that they want stronger relations. Washington and Riyadh also seem to have identified a path forward: If Saudi Arabia normalizes its ties with Israel, […]
- In Brief: The Fentanyl Crisis May 31, 2023A lot happens every day. Alliances shift, leaders change, and conflicts erupt. With In Brief, we’ll help you make sense of it all. Each week, experts will dig deep on a single issue happening in the world to help you better understand it. *** Fentanyl and other opioids trafficked into the United States are currently […]
- Ukraine’s Offensive and its Meaning for the War May 30, 2023Following Russia’s failed winter offensive, Ukraine appears to be preparing for its planned counter-offensive. Ryan sat down with Mike Kofman to discuss the state of Russia’s armed forces, the current state of the Western-led effort to train and equip Ukrainian forces and the latest from the battle for Bakhmut. The conversation also touched on the […]
- China and the Alliance Allergy of Rising Powers May 30, 2023The outcomes of two recent high-profile summit meetings exposed the yawning gap in U.S. and Chinese leaders’ attitudes toward military alliances. On March 13, U.S. President Joe Biden met British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in San Diego to formalize the trilateral AUKUS partnership. AUKUS considerably deepens America’s existing alliances […]
- A Reflection on How We Mark Memorial Day May 29, 2023Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in 2014. Today, after writing this, I’ll walk to Swiss Cottage station, take the Jubilee line to Bond Street, and head east on the Central line from there. I’ll emerge from London’s labyrinthine underground network in the shadow of the towering dome of St. Paul’s Cathedral. Once inside, […]
- The Art of Supply Chain Interdiction: To Win Without Fighting May 26, 2023The U.S. Army looked on with apprehension as small and cheap drone weapons proliferated within the ranks of insurgents in the Middle East. In response to drone proliferation and growing risks posed to U.S. ground forces, the U.S. Army tasked the Asymmetric Warfare Group, and later the Threat Systems Management Office, to procure similar drones […]
- Tempting Turmoil in Sudan: How Chadian Rebels in Sudan’s Conflict Would Further Regional Instability May 25, 2023Two years ago, Mahamat Mahadi Ali, better known as “Mahadi,” the rebel leader of the Front for Change and Concord in Chad, led a 600-mile incursion across the Sahara into Chadian territory from his oasis in southern Libya. Close to a thousand of his fighters braved the Sahara’s scorching sands with weapons and vehicles obtained […]
- In Brief: After Elections, What’s Next For Thailand? May 24, 2023A lot happens every day. Alliances shift, leaders change, and conflicts erupt. With In Brief, we’ll help you make sense of it all. Each week, experts will dig deep on a single issue happening in the world to help you better understand it. *** On May 14, 2023, people in Thailand voted overwhelmingly for an […]
- A Pirouette, Not A Pivot May 24, 2023Recep Tayyip Erdogan now appears certain to be elected Turkey’s next president. His victory will have profound and predictable effects on Turkey’s relationship with the United States. The two countries were already in the process of decoupling, and Erdogan’s re-election will hasten this decade-long process. In both the United States and Turkey, political and national […]
- A Note of Caution: How Sanctions Can Undermine U.S. Interests May 23, 2023Agathe Demarais, Backfire: How Sanctions Reshape the World Against U.S. Interests (New York: Columbia University Press, 2022). In the dead of night on January 29, 2018, the Department of the Treasury published a list of senior political figures and oligarchs in Russia on a U.S. government website. With just 11 minutes to spare before a congressional […]
- What Washington Gets Wrong About Deterrence May 22, 2023Ever since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine almost 15 months ago, two camps have consistently opposed American military aid. Unsurprisingly, there are the traditional anti-war activists and “restraint” advocates who opposed most American military involvement in foreign wars. While these groups generally condemn Russian aggression, they note that Russia did not directly attack the United States. […]
- Why Erdogan Wins May 19, 2023This week, Ryan sat down at a cafe in Washington, D.C., with Hümeyra Pamuk and Nicholas Danforth to discuss the results of Turkey’s May 14 election. They talked about the nature of President Erdogan’s rule, the roots of his political longevity and what these elections mean for Turkey’s future. Image: Turkish President’s Office The post […]
- Mid-Afternoon Map: Turkey and the World May 19, 2023Welcome to Mid-Afternoon Map, our exclusive members-only newsletter that provides a cartographic perspective on current events, geopolitics, and history from the Caucasus to the Carolinas. Subscribers can look forward to interesting takes on good maps and bad maps, beautiful maps and ugly ones — and bizarre maps whenever possible. Whether confidently bridging East and West or […]
- Ending Germany’s Indecision-Making May 19, 2023On May 13, Germany announced that it would send $3 billion in military aid to Ukraine. German commentators generally welcomed the news, congratulating the chancellor for facing down his domestic critics and taking a leadership role in Europe. But for the rest of Europe — accustomed to Germany arriving late and then stealing the show […]
- Europe Should Not Try to Go It Alone on Defense May 18, 2023Just over a year into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, there is a growing sense that Europe’s reawakening on defense policy has already faltered. Germany’s much-hyped Zeitenwende, which promised a significant boost in defense spending, has so far yielded few tangible new investments in military capabilities and been overshadowed by the government’s various perceived prevarications on arming […]
- In Brief: How Will the War in Sudan Affect Chad? May 17, 2023A lot happens every day. Alliances shift, leaders change, and conflicts erupt. With In Brief, we’ll help you make sense of it all. Each week, experts will dig deep on a single issue happening in the world to help you better understand it. *** Violence has gripped Sudan for over a month, since a war […]
- Full-Spectrum Integrated Lethality? On the Promise and Peril of Buzzwords May 17, 2023Every few years, there seems to be a new buzzword in the national security establishment. What was once simply “deterrence” has recently become “integrated deterrence.” This follows a decades-long adjectival march through nuclear, conventional, direct, immediate, general, complex, indirect, extended, asymmetric, classical, traditional, modern, pivotal, and perfect deterrence, not to mention deterrence by denial, punishment, […]