Jamal Peterson 
NEW TAIPEI CITY, Taiwan — For over a decade, the Dong Feng-17, a ballistic missile developed by China, has been part of the People’s Liberation Army’s expanding arsenal of advanced military equipment. It was only in June that this missile was prominently featured in China’s state-controlled media for the first time, highlighted as a key … Read more
Finalizing the Transfer of a KF-21 Fighter Jet Prototype Between Seoul and Jakarta JAKARTA — After years of negotiations, Seoul and Jakarta are concluding the transfer of a unique KF-21 fighter jet prototype. This development marks the culmination of a lengthy process involving a deal initially intended to facilitate the manufacturing of South Korean jets … Read more
VIENNA — In a significant development, Lockheed Martin has teamed up with Rheinmetall to begin the manufacture of the U.S. Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) at the Rheinmetall facility in Unterlüß, northern Germany. This marks the first instance of the ballistic missile being produced outside the United States. The collaboration was formalized through a memorandum … Read more
Ukraine Enhances Naval Capabilities with Innovative Drone Technology In Ukraine, an innovative transformation of naval warfare has been achieved by repurposing its notable naval drone, known as the small boat that previously expelled the Russian fleet from the western Black Sea. This transformation involves the drone being adapted into a launching pad for first-person-view (FPV) … Read more
General Christopher Donahue Steps Down as Commander of U.S. Forces in Europe and Africa On Thursday, General Christopher Donahue ended his tenure as the commander of U.S. Army forces in Europe and Africa, based in Wiesbaden, Germany. His period in command, lasting only 18 months, was shorter than anticipated. The U.S. Army has not disclosed … Read more
ROME — Following a significant financial clearance by the U.K., Japan, Italy, and the U.K. have awarded a £4.6 billion ($6.1 billion) contract for the development of the GCAP jet to their respective leading aerospace companies. This decision came shortly after the U.K. resolved a prolonged financial delay. On Friday, it was announced that Edgewing, … Read more
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has centralized control of almost all of the Pentagon’s drone and autonomous systems initiatives into a newly established office that will report directly to his deputy. This move, according to Chief Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell, encompasses what he describes as “the most significant battlefield innovation of our era.” New Centralized Management … Read more
TOWNSVILLE, Australia — Situated in Townsville in the northern part of Queensland, the 3rd Brigade of the Australian Army is experiencing significant upgrades, incorporating a vast array of new vehicles into its heavy armored division. This modernization effort is having substantial ripple effects on logistical support. Brigadier Ben McLennan, the commander of the brigade, shared … Read more
Israel Set to Provide Romania with Spyder Air Defense Systems in a €2 Billion Deal JERUSALEM — Israel has agreed to supply Romania with Spyder air defense systems in a deal valued at approximately €2 billion, or $2.3 billion, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems confirmed on June 28. The agreement encompasses the delivery of multiple components … Read more
Ukraine’s Innovative Stratospheric Missile System KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine is currently developing an advanced missile that is launched from a balloon positioned at the brink of the stratosphere. This new weapon is designed to navigate through Russian electronic interferences, marking a significant addition to Kyiv’s expanding arsenal for mid-range offensive operations. The aim is to … Read more
