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Europe weighs giving utilities, infrastructure companies more powers to bring down drones
Offials are worried that drone attacks could knock out power to millions of people — as has happened frequently in Ukraine after Russian strikes.
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Hegseth appoints Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer to Barracks Task Force
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth taps the Marine reservist to serve as a senior advisor for the Pentagon’s effort to improve troops’ living conditions.
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Lockheed Martin unveils new PAC-3 Edge interceptor for Patriot systems
With demand rising for advanced interceptors, Lockheed debuts a missile it says improves on earlier generations of weapons.
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Space
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Europe’s push to reduce US reliance is reshaping the defense space market
Spooked by U.S. restrictions on satellite data access during recent crises, European countries are scrambling to catch up on sovereign capabilities.
Artificial Intelligence
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VA inventory report reveals 367 AI systems operating in healthcare, benefits and services
A recently released report catalogs AI uses across the VA, from clinical tools used during patient care to systems that help process benefits.
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The unlikely role of Operation Epic Fury in a Mississippi AI data center lawsuit
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Ukraine’s defense AI chief predicts ‘new paradigm’ of warfare
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AI companies have a responsibility to safeguard models against exploitation, Pentagon chief technology officer says
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AI tool has ‘saved a lot of aircraft’ in Epic Fury, AFSOC chief says
VIDEOS
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Hegseth appoints Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer to Barracks Task Force
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth taps the Marine reservist to serve as a senior advisor for the Pentagon’s effort to improve troops’ living conditions.
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Cyber
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German firm Hensoldt acquires UK radar maker
The terms of the deal have not been made public, but Hensoldt said subject to regulatory approval it hoped to close the takeover by the end of September.
Electronic Warfare
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Europe’s push to reduce US reliance is reshaping the defense space market
Spooked by U.S. restrictions on satellite data access during recent crises, European countries are scrambling to catch up on sovereign capabilities.
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US and Mideast countries seek Kyiv’s drone expertise as Russia-Ukraine talks put on ice
Ukraine announced earlier this year that it would begin exporting low-cost interceptor drones specifically designed to hunt and destroy Iranian Shaheds.
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Novel interceptor drones bend air-defense economics in Ukraine’s favor
Artificial intelligence plays no role yet in interception missions — today it is still manual ramming or close-in detonation.
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VIDEO: US sub sinks Iranian warship
In a first since World War II, a U.S. Navy submarine used a torpedo to sink an enemy warship, the Pentagon confirmed Wednesday.
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National Guard member’s invention allows cyber warfare training on the go
Senior Master Sgt. Taylor Gow’s innovation was accepted into the Air Force’s annual Spark Tank competition.
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Hegseth, Caine lay out Iran goals: “No stupid rules of engagement, no nation-building quagmire.”
Defense Secretary acknowledges casualties, says goals of Operation Epic Fury are “laser focused.” Joint Chiefs Chairman says more troops moving to theater.
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CENTCOM releases footage of more strikes in Iran, US assets launching attacks
New footage features fighters from the aircraft carrier Nimitz and missile launches from the guided missile destroyer Pinckney.
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New military-inspired firearms make debuts | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 3.3.26
Showcasing a range of civilian firearms with a military inspiration, vendors at SHOT Show 2026 display their latest. Plus, Navy and military health care updates
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Dental costs, co-pays and patient feedback: Military benefits changes on the horizon
How much will you pay for Tricare dental premiums this year? And what’s in store for prescription co-pays? MOAA breaks down military and vets’ health care news.
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Sig Sauer previews a machine-gun-toting drone and FN updates the SCAR
Looking to deliver a range of civilian and military capabilities, Sig Sauer shows off its Spear line and a machine gun, and FN updates the popular SCAR rifle.
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Carriers in the Middle East and unmanned integration in warfare | Navy updates
Retired Adm. Jamie Foggo from the Navy League of the United States gives perspective on news in the sea service, including the buildup in the Middle East.
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Heckler and Koch highlight firearms offerings based on military models
A “micro-compact” pistol, an updated handgun option with new optics and a rifle made the show floor at SHOT Show for gunmaker H&K — check out their latest.