Jamal Peterson 
KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine is set to introduce a new homegrown ballistic missile by the end of next month, as announced by the nation’s leading defense manufacturer. This development aims to enhance Kyiv’s offensive capabilities against what Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy refers to as Russia’s “ballistic terror.” In his annual address marking 35 years of … Read more
The USS Abraham Lincoln Scheduled to Arrive in Thailand Soon A Thai authority revealed on Tuesday that the USS Abraham Lincoln, an aircraft carrier, is set to arrive in Thailand next week. This follows its extended deployment in the Middle East, which was clouded by issues related to mental health and deteriorating conditions among the … Read more
Defense Collaboration Among Poland, Norway, Lithuania, and Latvia In a significant development, Poland has teamed up with Norway, Lithuania, and Latvia to secure a substantial order for Piorun man-portable air defense systems, crafted by the Polish state-owned defense corporation PGZ. The contract is valued at over 8 billion zloty (approximately $2.2 billion). The deal includes … Read more
VIENNA — A pioneering road bridge connecting North Korea with Russia over the Tumen River is nearing completion, as observed in recent satellite photos analyzed by Defense News. The development on the Russian side is still progressing, whereas the North Korean segment is already completed. This bridge symbolizes the growing ties between the two nations, … Read more
The Army Concludes Drone Battalion Trial Less than a year after its inception, the Army has decided to disband a specific drone battalion that was established to explore operational strategies for such units, according to an Army spokesperson on Thursday. In late 2025, the initiative was spearheaded by U.S. Army Europe and Africa, in conjunction … Read more
The United States Navy is spearheading an international initiative to develop a new iteration of the Evolved SeaSparrow air defense missile. This endeavor aims to create a SeaSparrow version that can be utilized by the 12 nations comprising the NATO SeaSparrow Project Office consortium, or NSPO, as detailed in a Navy Sources Sought notice with … Read more
NEW DELHI — As the international development of sixth-generation fighter aircraft accelerates, India has begun discussions with France about joining the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) project, aiming to secure a stake in emerging technologies that will likely define the future of aerial warfare. The Indian Defense Ministry informed the parliament this month that it … Read more
KYIV, Ukraine — The United States has fully restored its intelligence cooperation with Ukraine, enhancing Kyiv’s ability to conduct extended-range strikes that significantly impact Russia’s oil facilities. Since Russia’s invasion in 2014, the CIA has closely collaborated with Ukrainian intelligence agencies, transforming a relationship initially based on support and training into a robust bilateral exchange … Read more
In an urgent effort to replenish its arsenal of advanced weapons, the U.S. military announced on Monday that it has granted Raytheon’s RTX division a substantial $22.9 billion contract to significantly increase the production of Tomahawk missiles. The United States has been actively distributing vast quantities of military arms to its allies, in addition to … Read more
KYIV, Ukraine — Despite U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent announcement promising Kyiv the rights to manufacture Patriot missile systems, complications have arisen as Lockheed Martin and Raytheon reassess the viability of such a partnership amid bureaucratic challenges in Washington. U.S. authorities are also showing signs of hesitation. Trump expressed concerns in a July 20 interview … Read more
