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Navy F-35 pilots train to wield drones with touchscreen tablets
F-35 pilots from the Navy are undergoing training to control autonomous unmanned systems equipped with AI technology. These drones can function as 'loyal wingmen' for the aviators, enhancing coordinat...
The Global Capital of Diplomacy
This article discusses Brussels' role as a diplomatic hub for NATO and EU where significant decisions impacting international relations are made....
Air Force outlines acquisition changes supporting Hegseth mandate
The U.S. Air Force has appointed new portfolio acquisition executives who will oversee critical programs including advanced aircraft and nuclear command and control systems. This reflects the implemen...
The Future of Sovereignty in the Deep Sea
James Halsell argues that as competition for critical minerals on the deep seabed intensifies, U.S. leadership within UNCLOS (United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea) could help to mitigate Ch...
Lockheed Martin lauds achieving record F-35 delivery level in 2025
In 2025, Lockheed Martin set a new record for the F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter programme by delivering 191 aircraft....
Tension Rises: US Mobilizes Warships Near Cuba
The United States has mobilized warships near Cuban waters amid rising tensions. The deployment of naval forces is an indication of U.S. attention and response to potential security concerns in the re...
The D Brief: Trump: ‘I don’t need international law’; Senate votes to limit Venezuela action; USAF consolidates PEOs; Marines’ own robot wingman; And a bit more.
This article discusses U.S. President Donald Trump's disregard for international law and the Senate's move to limit presidential power in dealing with Venezuela. Additionally, it covers restructuring ...
Army Quote of the Day by General Douglas MacArthur: ‘In war, there is no substitute for victory.’
General Douglas MacArthur's 1951 farewell address to Congress included his famous quote, ‘In war, there is no substitute for victory.’ This declaration came after his controversial dismissal by Presid...
George Friedman on Why the U.S. Cares About Venezuela, Cuba and Greenland
The article discusses an interview by George Friedman on why the U.S. cares about Venezuela, Cuba, and Greenland within the context of its National Security Strategy. It touches upon possible actions ...
Forget the F-35: China’s New J-35 Fighter Has a Message for the U.S. Military
Shenyang Aircraft Corporation has successfully completed acceptance flights for two variants of China's new stealth fighter, the land-based J-35A and carrier-capable J-35B. Photos from tests show that...
Trump Announces Ground Operations Against Drug Cartels in Mexico
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans for ground operations against drug cartels in Mexico, marking an escalation in his administration’s efforts to combat illegal narcotics trafficking at t...
US Seizes 2 Russian Tankers – Why Are They of Interest?
The recent seizure by US officials of two Russian oil tankers raises questions about the motives behind the detentions. The US Coast Guard and other agencies are reportedly investigating potential vio...
Trump Suggests Possible Choice Between Greenland and NATO Preservation
US President Donald Trump has suggested that the US might be facing a choice between pursuing interests related to Greenland and preserving the integrity of NATO. The statement hints at complex geopol...
Denmark warns 'shoot first, ask later' to US regarding Greenland
Denmark has issued a strong statement indicating that any unilateral actions by the United States towards Greenland would be met with immediate countermeasures without prior consultation or negotiatio...
Donald Trump on US-Russia Nuclear Arms Treaty: 'If It Expires, It Expires'
US President Donald Trump has expressed an indifferent stance towards the expiration of the New START (Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty) between the United States and Russia. He stated in a press brief...
U.S. Senate Advances Measure to Curb Trump’s Venezuela Campaign
The U.S. Senate has advanced a measure aimed at limiting President Donald Trump's ability to conduct military operations or sanctions against Venezuela without congressional approval. This procedural ...
US Halts Funding for Ukrainian Mass Destruction Weapons Center and Another 65 UN Programs
The United States has halted funding for a Ukrainian center dealing with mass destruction weapons as well as 65 other programs run by the UN....
Syria, Israel to set up joint cell under US on de-escalation
The Syrian government and Israel have agreed to establish a joint military de-escalation group under US supervision following talks in Paris. This move aims at sharing intelligence and reducing tensio...
US Air Force awards Boeing $2B contract to begin B-52 engine upgrades
The U.S. Air Force has awarded a significant contract to Boeing worth $2 billion to begin upgrading the engines of its B-52 bombers, along with other systems. Due to the substantial nature of these up...
US Air Force awards Boeing $2B contract to begin B-52 engine upgrades
The US Air Force has awarded Boeing a two-billion-dollar contract for the significant upgrade of B-52 engines and other systems. Due to the extent of these improvements, the Cold War-era bomber will b...
Lockheed Martin sign framework agreement with US DoW to accelerate PAC-3 MSE production
On January 6, 2026, Lockheed Martin announced the signing of a significant framework agreement with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) aimed at accelerating the production of Patriot Advanced Capabi...
U.S. Air Force deploys RC-135 spy plane near Venezuelan coast
The United States Air Force has intensified reconnaissance flights near Venezuela's coastline with the deployment of an RC-135V/W intelligence aircraft. The activity, as reported by open flight tracki...
Why the US should resume testing its nuclear arsenal
Authors of an op-ed piece argue that given the age of America's nuclear stockpile and evolving security challenges, the president's comments endorsing renewed nuclear testing are justified....
Trump Rejects Russian Claim That Ukraine Targeted Putin Residence In Drone Strike
Former US President Donald Trump has rejected a claim by Russia that Ukraine attempted to target Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence with a drone strike earlier this week. He stated on Fox Ne...
Air Force Signs $2 Billion Deal to Re-Engine Two B-52s for Testing
The Air Force has entered into a contract with Boeing worth $2 billion to upgrade the engines on two B-52 bombers and commence testing of the newly configured eight-engine setup....
Can the US ‘run’ Venezuela? Military force doesn’t equal legitimacy
An op-ed by Monica Duffy Toft discusses the potential consequences for the U.S. if it were to attempt governing Venezuela through military intervention. The author argues that such an action would cre...
Frederiksen: If the US Attacks Another NATO State, It's All Over
Danish Defence Minister Trine Bramsen Frederiksen warned that any military action by the United States against another NATO member would lead to a full-scale conflict among all alliance members. The s...
Turkey's return to the F-35 program necessary for NATO's invincibility
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan emphasizes the importance of Turkey’s reintegration into the F-35 fighter jet program, stating it is essential for maintaining NATO's strategic advantage and def...
Sir Jeremy Hunt Warns Trump's Threats Could Lead to End of NATO
UK Foreign Secretary Sir Jeremy Hunt has warned that President Donald Trump's rhetoric about potentially annexing Greenland raises serious concerns and could jeopardize the future of NATO, emphasizing...
German officials say Trump's Greenland threats could weaken NATO
German officials have expressed concern that US President Donald Trump's comments regarding Greenland may undermine NATO solidarity and cooperation among member states....
Graham unveils 500% tariff threat to countries buying Russian oil
Sen. Lindsey Graham has unveiled threats of imposing a 500% tariff on countries that purchase Russian oil in an effort to pressure them into ceasing such transactions. He cited India as one country al...
Monroe to Donroe: A ‘dead’ doctrine’s revival for current operations
The former 'Monroe Doctrine' declared by President Barack Obama as obsolete finds new relevance under the Trump administration. This change signifies an alteration in US strategic approach towards Lat...
Erdogan: Turkey's Return to F-35 Program Enhances NATO Security
Turkish President Erdogan has stated that Turkey's return to the F-35 jet fighter program will enhance NATO security. The statement comes amid ongoing negotiations over Turkey’s participation in the F...
Carney Travelling to Paris for Meetings with Ukraine Allies
John Carney, NATO Supreme Allied Commander Transformation, is traveling to Paris to meet with allies supporting Ukraine. The meetings aim to coordinate and strengthen support for Ukraine in its defens...
Danish Prime Minister Warns of NATO's End Due to Greenland
Denmarks' prime minister has expressed concern over potential changes involving Greenland that could pose significant challenges to the security arrangements within NATO. She warns this might lead to ...
Trump dismisses Russian claim of Ukrainian drone attack on Putin's residence
President Donald Trump dismissed a statement from the Kremlin claiming that a Ukrainian drone strike hit Russian President Vladimir Putin’s residence in Sochi, describing the incident as 'not even clo...
Why ‘Taking’ Venezuela’s Oil Hurts U.S. Energy Security
The article contends that seizing control of Venezuela's oil resources would be detrimental to long-term U.S. energy security interests. It argues for a smooth political transition in the country rath...
Erdogan defends F-35 jet acquisition as necessary for NATO security
Turkish President Erdogan has defended his country's decision to acquire F-35 fighter jets, stating that the purchase is essential for maintaining the strategic and defensive capabilities of NATO. He ...
Russia loses ally in Venezuela but hopes to gain from Trump's 'Wild West' realpolitik
Reuters reports that Russian President Vladimir Putin has lost an ally in Venezuela following the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro by US Special Forces. Despite losing a strategic partner o...
Team America Is Back! And Keeping With History, Has No Real Plan
President Trump's aggressive stance towards Venezuela may create both significant political and economic challenges for the U.S., leading to potential financial burdens. However, it also presents subs...
Navy Accepts Delivery of Third Flight III Arleigh Burke-Class Destroyer
The U.S. Navy has accepted the delivery of its third Flight III variant Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, with more in production including USS Jeremiah Denton (DDG 129), USS George M. Neal (DDG 131), US...
L3Harris to sell majority stake in space propulsion unit to AE Industrial
L3Harris has agreed to sell a majority stake in its space propulsion unit to private equity firm AE Industrial Partners for $845 million. The deal revitalizes the Rocketdyne name, which will be used a...
Erdogan on Bloomberg: 'Key to NATO security is Turkey's return to F-35 program'
Turkish President Erdogan spoke with Bloomberg, stating that the resumption of Turkey’s participation in the F-35 joint strike fighter jet program is crucial for NATO security. He emphasized the impor...
Europe must unite or it’s ‘finished,’ Poland’s Tusk warns as Trump salivates over Greenland
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk urged European unity during an address, warning that Europe must stand together to avoid collapse. The statement comes amid American geopolitical moves such as the U....
Erdogan: Turkey's Transition from Eurofighter to F-35 Is Necessary for NATO Security
Turkish President Erdogan has stated that transitioning from the Eurofighter to the F-35 aircraft is necessary for ensuring NATO security. The statement underscores Turkey's strategic alignment and co...
Carney Heads to Paris as Allies Discuss Security Guarantees for Ukraine
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg's deputy, Mircea Geoărelu Carney (likely referring to a diplomatic visit from Jeremy Stone Carney), is traveling to Paris for consultations among NATO allies fo...
President Erdogan: Turkey's receipt of F-35 fighter jets is important and necessary for NATO security
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan stated that the acquisition of F-35 fighter jets by Turkey is crucial for enhancing NATO’s overall security. The statement underscores the strategic importance o...
Trump Says Ukraine Did Not Target Putin's Residence in Drone Strike as Kremlin Claims
Former US President Donald Trump has stated that Ukraine did not aim to strike Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence in a recent drone attack, contrary to claims by the Kremlin. The claim comes...
US President Donald Trump Denies Reports of Ukraine Attack on Putin's Residence
US President Donald Trump has denied reports circulating about an alleged attack by Ukraine on Russian President Vladimir Putin’s residence....
Trump said Ukrainians did not attack Putin's home, journalist covers him: So why did you say they did?
During an interview, when addressing claims against Ukraine, Trump denied that Ukrainians were involved in any attacks on Putin’s residence. When pressed by a journalist questioning his previous state...
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