defense spending

Pentagon’s Lack of Transparency Risks Hypersonic Weapons Development: GAO

The Pentagon’s failure to disclose more details about the challenges and progress of its hypersonic weapons development is posing significant risks to the program.

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US Air Force Picks Five Firms to Develop Drone Wingman ‘Brain’

The US Air Force has awarded contracts to five companies to build the autonomy software for its future drone wingman.

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Netherlands Junks German Protest Over $6B Submarine Deal With France

The Netherlands has dismissed a German protest of its decision to award a $6-billion submarine contract to French shipbuilder Naval Group.

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Embraer to Supply Six A-29 Super Tucano Attack Aircraft to Paraguay

Embraer will deliver six A-29 Super Tucano attack aircraft to the Paraguayan Air Force.

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Australia Mulls Equipping MQ-28 Ghost Bat Drone With Lethal Payloads

Australia is still considering equipping its MQ-28 Ghost Bat drones with lethal payloads to support combat missions.

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UK Orders Lightweight Multirole Missiles From Thales

The UK has placed an order for “a significant number” of Lightweight Multirole Missiles from French defense firm Thales.

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US Marine Corps Seeking Counter-Drone Attachment for M27 Rifle

The US Marine Corps’ M27 infantry automatic rifles could soon receive sophisticated counter-drone attachments.

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UK Military Training Outdated by 10 Years: Senior Official

A senior Royal Air Force official has claimed that the country’s military training program is up to 10 years out of date.

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Northrop Wins $1.5B E-2D Hawkeye Contract for US Navy, Japan

Northrop Grumman has received a $1.5-billion contract to deliver E-2D Advanced Hawkeye aircraft to the US Navy and Japan.

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BAE Unveils ‘Evolved’ Design of Futuristic Tempest Fighter Jet

BAE Systems has unveiled a new concept model of its Tempest next-generation fighter aircraft featuring an “evolved design."

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