Jamal Peterson

PARIS — Airbus Conducts Missile Test with Frankenburg Technologies on Drone Interceptor In a recent development, Airbus has teamed up with defense innovator Frankenburg Technologies to conduct trials on a missile-equipped jet-powered interceptor designed specifically to counter one-way attack drones. This collaboration highlights their initiative to offer an economical defense solution in combating such drones. … Read more

U.S. Military Preparing for Extended Ground Operations in Iran The Pentagon is actively developing strategies for prolonged ground engagements in Iran, as American military presence increases in the area, according to a report by the Washington Post. Based on information from several U.S. officials, the article by the Post indicates that the proposed ground operations … Read more

PARIS — Europe needs to bolster its own production of air-defense missiles as it cannot depend solely on the United States for adequate supplies, according to European Commissioner for Defence and Space Andrius Kubilius, who made the statement during the Paris Defense and Strategy Forum on Tuesday. Commissioner Kubilius is currently on a tour across … Read more

MANILA, Philippines — The JS Chokai, a Japanese destroyer, has been equipped to fire U.S. Tomahawk cruise missiles, a significant upgrade that allows it to hit targets more than 1,000 kilometers away. This enhancement makes it the first of its kind in the Japanese fleet to possess such long-range strike capabilities. This advancement is a … Read more

US and UK Collaborate to Combat Underwater Drone Threats The United States and the United Kingdom are teaming up to address the risks posed by underwater drones to ports and other vital structures, a recent announcement from the Pentagon’s Defense Innovation Unit has revealed. The collaboration aims to develop a robust array of commercial technologies … Read more

Pentagon Strikes Deals with Major Defense Contractors to Boost Missile Production Today, the Pentagon disclosed the signing of three major agreements with leading defense contractors aimed at increasing the production and supply of missile systems and their components. The deals, established with Lockheed Martin, BAE Systems, and Honeywell Aerospace, are set to significantly expedite the … Read more

PARIS – The Dutch government is urgently planning to purchase an additional Patriot air-defense system at a cost of €940 million, approximately US$1.1 billion. This decision comes as an attempt to secure their production slot before it potentially falls into the hands of another buyer, amid growing international demand which could delay future deliveries until … Read more

Lockheed Martin Unveils New Missile Launcher On Tuesday, Lockheed Martin announced the successful deployment of a Hellfire missile from its innovative Grizzly launcher, set within a standard 10-foot shipping container. The innovative Grizzly launcher integrates aspects of Lockheed’s M299 missile launch platforms, offering three different configuration options. It is capable of launching both Hellfire missiles … Read more

Elbit Systems to Equip Israeli Aircraft with Laser Weapons JERUSALEM — Elbit Systems has announced its commitment to develop laser weaponry for the Israeli Air Force, which will be mounted on both fighter jets and military helicopters, as confirmed by the company on Tuesday. In a recent financial disclosure for the year 2025, Elbit shared … Read more

The U.S. Air Force’s A-10 Thunderbolt II attack planes are currently participating in naval interdiction missions as part of Operation Epic Fury along its southern edge, focusing on attacking the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ rapid-assault boats in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman, who spoke on Thursday. “The A-10 … Read more