Defense

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F-47 program producing test aircraft, on schedule for 2028 flight

F-47 Test Aircraft Production on Track: First Flight Set for 2028!

The engineering and manufacturing development phase of the U.S. Air Force’s F-47 program is underway and the aircraft is expected ...

Navy awards $76.6 billion for Virginia, Columbia-class submarines

Navy’s Massive $76.6 Billion Deal: Boosting Virginia and Columbia-class Submarines

The United States Navy has revealed plans to issue new contracts for the construction of additional ballistic missile submarines and ...

Chinese military researchers tap US AI models to train defense systems

Chinese Military Uses US AI for Defense Training: A Peek into Rising Tech Capabilities

A Reuters investigation has revealed that Chinese defense experts have been using advanced AI technologies from prominent U.S. companies such ...

US Congress approves money for Taiwan defense. Does it mean Trump is done hesitating?

US Congress Funds Taiwan Defense: Is Trump’s Hesitation Over?

NEW TAIPEI CITY, Taiwan — President Donald Trump of the United States has yet to approve a significant $14 billion ...

Finland closes airspace, restricts maritime traffic near Russia over drone risk

Finland Shuts Airspace, Limits Sea Traffic Near Russia: Drone Threats Escalate

HELSINKI — On Tuesday, Finland’s defense forces announced the closure of a segment of the nation’s airspace and imposed limitations ...

India moves closer to a homegrown, long-range air defense

India Advances in Defense: Homegrown Long-Range Air Defense System Nears Completion

NEW DELHI — India has recently completed a successful test of its advanced long-range surface-to-air missile, marking significant progress in ...

Pentagon calls for cheaper long-range strike weapons, with testing in just 3 months

Pentagon Demands Budget-Friendly Long-Range Weapons: Testing Scheduled in 3 Months!

Facing a dwindling stockpile of high-cost precision-guided munitions, the U.S. Pentagon is accelerating its efforts to develop economical, long-range armaments ...

Greece to buy $4 billion air defense system from Israel

Greece Invests $4 Billion in Israeli Air Defense System: A Strategic Military Upgrade!

Greece Enhances Its Defense Capabilities with New Acquisitions ATHENS — Greece has sanctioned a significant defense procurement, including a sophisticated ...

Australia whips together a hybrid air defense weapon

Australia Unveils Cutting-Edge Hybrid Air Defense System: A Game Changer in Military Tech

CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — Last month, Australia conducted a groundbreaking trial of a new type of medium-range air defense system, ...

US Navy moving forward on West Coast dock for aircraft carriers

US Navy Advances: New West Coast Dock for Aircraft Carriers in the Works!

The U.S. Navy is addressing the urgent need for West Coast dock facilities capable of servicing large naval vessels, including ...