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The U.S. Army plans to unveil an advanced combat vehicle prototype at the 2024 Detroit Auto Show as part of their Future Vertical Lift and Ground Combat Vehicles initiative. The service has requested ...
The UK government has announced plans to allocate £200 million for the preparation of British troops destined to be deployed in support operations related to Ukraine. The funding will cover training, ...
President Donald Trump is implementing measures aimed at enhancing military readiness and capabilities to prepare for large-scale conflicts on a global scale. These efforts are part of his broad visio...
Danish officials have expressed strong dissatisfaction towards President Trump's rhetoric regarding defense spending in NATO. This sentiment extends to Greenland, which is a part of the Kingdom of Den...
Donald Tusk, former Polish prime minister and current chairman of NATO's Council, has warned that Europe faces an existential threat without adequate military readiness. He underscored the necessity f...
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has pushed through a controversial bill requiring all German men to register for potential military service as part of his vision to build 'Europe's strongest conventi...
The Indian Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), led by Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, approved a major defense procurement plan worth approximately ₹79,000 crore on December 29, 2025. The deal aims to ...
President Donald Trump proposed increasing the Defense Department's budget by around 50 percent over ten years, boosting it to approximately $900 billion annually from the current roughly $700 billion...
The U.S. Air Force has awarded Boeing more than $2 billion for the Commercial Engine Replacement Program on B-52H bombers, which will replace old TF33 engines with modern Rolls-Royce F130 turbofans by...
The Pentagon has committed an investment of $1 billion into a strategic missile division of the United States Armed Forces. This initiative aims to enhance missile defense capabilities and modernize e...
There is an urgent need for solid rocket motors to bolster U.S. military munitions stockpiles. However, despite this demand, issues persist within the supply chain, according to industry executives sp...
President Donald Trump has claimed he revitalized NATO and saved it from potential decline or irrelevance by pushing member states to increase defense spending....
Sweden's defense plans include reallocating and retraining troops to protect urban areas and critical infrastructure from airborne threats, with an emphasis on enhancing capabilities against drones....
Norway has announced immediate financial assistance of 400 million Norwegian kroner (approximately $42 million) for Ukraine, aimed at supporting Ukrainian defense efforts and humanitarian aid. The exa...
Former U.S. President Donald Trump claims that he saved NATO from decline and increased member contributions through his leadership. The statement reflects on the role of the United States as a leadin...
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that he has essentially 'saved' the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) by focusing on its strategic importance and questioning its financial contributions fro...
US President Donald Trump claimed that he saved NATO from potential decline or irrelevance by emphasizing defense spending and restructuring commitments among member countries....
The Indian Navy is set to achieve a historic milestone by commissioning 19 warships in a single year in 2026. This marks the highest number of inductions planned for one fiscal year, contributing to t...
The article discusses how President Trump's policies and statements have put European allies under pressure, highlighting specific numbers that illustrate growing concerns regarding defense spending a...
The United States will allocate significant funds aimed at enhancing pilot training and skills for allied nations, contributing to the overall strengthening of NATO defense capabilities....
The U.S. Navy plans to construct new battleship classes weighing between 30,000 and 40,000 tons, making them the largest surface combatants ever built for the Navy....
The Ukrainian military has grown significantly and now surpasses even Russia’s European contingent in size. Analysts discuss potential implications for regional security dynamics....
Recent satellite imagery indicates China is swiftly expanding facilities crucial for its nuclear weapon fuel production. The expansion underscores Beijing’s continued efforts in bolstering its strateg...
Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki stated that Poland plans to increase its military capabilities and strengthen its presence in the Baltic Sea region as a part of its strategic defense initiati...
The European Union is providing financial support aimed at enhancing both Ukraine's and Europe’s overall security situation. This assistance comes amid continuing geopolitical tensions and aims to bol...
The article discusses how the EU is providing financial support for both Ukraine's defense capabilities and broader continental security measures. This funding contributes significantly to bolstering ...
The article discusses current transatlantic tensions and suggests that these are real yet overstated. It notes the U.S.'s desire for Europe to take greater responsibility for its own defense, aligning...
The article discusses the resurgence of American military presence and influence on the global stage following a period where some observers had doubted its commitment and readiness post-withdrawal fr...
The Japanese government has approved a new defense budget which amounts to a record-high figure. The decision was taken by the cabinet in their recent meeting....
Russian President Vladimir Putin plans to approve key parameters for the country's arms programs and defense industry development through 2036, aiming to enhance military capabilities and technologica...
Japan is set to increase its defense expenditure significantly, which includes a record budget and an expansion of missile and drone programs. This marks a notable shift in Japan's security posture to...
Japan is set to increase its defense budget for the twelfth consecutive year, responding to growing security challenges in the region and pressure from U.S. alliance requirements. The new draft includ...
Japan's Takaichi-led Cabinet has proposed a record budget ahead of parliamentary approval scheduled for early next year....
The People's Republic of China expressed readiness to bolster communication and cooperation with India while criticizing the latest Department of Defense report on China’s military capabilities. The r...
European Union countries allocated €343.2 billion for defense spending in 2024, with Germany and France contributing nearly 44% of this total expenditure....
An article discusses the high costs associated with U.S. Navy's defense operations against low-cost Houthi drones and missiles in the Red Sea since late 2023, emphasizing that while headlines highligh...
The United Kingdom is accelerating £200 million in funding to equip its armed forces with new equipment necessary for potential deployment to Ukraine as part of the Multinational Force. This move incl...
US President Donald Trump has commented that he personally saved NATO by insisting on increased defense spending from member states. The statement underscores his administration's stance on burden-sha...
US President Donald Trump claimed credit for revitalizing NATO and ensuring its member countries meet defense spending commitments....
The UK Ministry of Defence intends to invest £64.5 million in an intermediate life extension program for the British Army's Titan and Trojan armored engineer vehicles....
The Japanese cabinet approved a defense budget of $58 billion (9.04 trillion yen) for fiscal year 2026, marking a 3.8% increase from the current year's budget in response to military threats from nucl...
Editors’ picks for 2025: ‘Europe’s lesson for Australia: invest in defence now, or spend more later’
The article discusses how Australia should learn from Europe's mistakes before Russia invaded Ukraine, such as underinvesting in defense and expecting the US to shoulder the burden of security. It adv...
The UK Ministry of Defence announced that production of the Challenger 3 main battle tank will not commence on a fixed schedule and depends instead on the successful completion of performance trials. ...
Sweden's Defense Minister Pål Jonson discussed the country's increased role in European security since joining NATO in 2024, highlighting support for Ukraine, military rebuilding with more resources, ...
The US Army plans to expedite the delivery of Bell MV-75 aircraft from the initial schedule between 2031 and 2032 to this year. Additionally, the service will continue to integrate more unmanned syste...
President Trump has called for a substantial rise in defense spending by 2027 to assure national safety and security against potential threats....
Leon Hadar from The National Interest discusses recent European efforts to increase defense spending, coordinate military procurement and develop independent strategic capabilities as a response to ch...
During a press conference related to NATO defense spending, President Donald Trump stated that any actions regarding peace and military expenditure by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy would req...
Russian President Vladimir Putin will convene a meeting focused on Russia's state armament program. The agenda likely includes discussions about the future direction and prioritization of military equ...
The article discusses how U.S. allies balance their reliance on American leadership while maintaining autonomy. It highlights the extensive financial investment by the United States in defense-related...