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Sweden and US forge a defense pact en route to NATO
In a move signaling Sweden’s path toward NATO, the Scandinavian country has sealed a significant defense cooperation pact with the United States. The bilateral agreement, inked by Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson and US Defense... More of this article »
Pentagon report reveals troubling trends among military ranks
In the wake of increased concerns about extremism within the U.S. military, a recently released Pentagon report sheds light on troubling trends and challenges faced by various branches. The annual report from the Defense Department... More of this article »
Escalating perceptions: America’s shifting stance on China
America’s changing view of China In the wake of the annual Reagan National Defense Survey, startling revelations have surfaced regarding the American populace’s shifting perceptions of China. The survey, conducted among... More of this article »
U.S. and Guyana’s military collaboration
Strategic talks reinforcing defense capabilities Over the course of two days, high-ranking officials from the United States Army and the Guyana Defence Force engaged in crucial discussions aimed at strengthening their preparedness... More of this article »
U.S. Military plans missile deployment to counter Chinese aggression
In a strategic move reflecting a significant shift in US policy, the military has announced plans to deploy intermediate-range missiles in the Asia-Pacific region as a deterrent against potential Chinese aggression, particularly in... More of this article »
High-ranking DoD official arrested: Exposing human trafficking network
Recently, shockwaves rippled through the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) as Stephen Hovanic, the then-chief of staff, found himself among 26 individuals apprehended in a human trafficking sting operation conducted... More of this article »
Bullets, rockets, and resolve: America’s $100M gift to Ukraine
In an unanticipated move, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin made a surprise visit to Kyiv, Ukraine, unveiling a substantial $100 million military aid package. This marked his first visit to the Ukrainian capital since April 2022,... More of this article »
Ethiopia showcases Chinese-made self-propelled howitzers
Ethiopia recently took center stage in the defense technology arena by revealing a segment of its military might. This came in an exabition of Ethiopias new fleet of 32 SH-15 155mm self-propelled howitzers. These formidable machines,... More of this article »
Metaverse innovations transforming military logistics
The United States Marine Corps (USMC) has stepped into a new realm of training and preparedness: the metaverse. Partnering with CGI Federal Inc., the USMC aims to leverage this technology to transform defense capabilities. Contrary... More of this article »
Tragedy strikes: U.S. Special Ops heroes lost in the Mediterranean
The United States Pentagon has officially named the five U.S. service members who lost their lives in a military aircraft crash during a training operation in the eastern Mediterranean. The MH-60 Blackhawk helicopter, assigned to the... More of this article »
Edge Group announces X range: 350 sq km unmanned systems testing area
The Emirati conglomerate Edge Group has launched the X Range, heralded as the Gulf region’s first and largest multi-domain testing site for defense and aerospace systems. Situated on the expansive Abu Al Abyad island, this 350-square-kilometer... More of this article »
Romania’s defense upgrade of 54 Abrams tanks
In a significant development for regional security, the State Department has granted approval for a foreign military sale of M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tanks to Romania, marking a crucial step in the nation’s efforts to bolster... More of this article »
Deputy Secretary of Defense Urges Congress to Pass 2024 NDAA
In a call to action, Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks emphasized the urgency of passing the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2024 during a recent Center for New American Security event in Washington.... More of this article »