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A Decentralized Chinese Military Could Reshape Global Power
A recent report from the Rand Corporation suggests that China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) is contemplating a significant shift from its traditionally rigid, centralized command structure to a more decentralized and... More of this article »
US Army’s First Hypersonic Battery to be Fully Equipped by December
After a series of delays and rigorous testing, the United States Army is on track to fully equip its first-ever hypersonic weapon battery by the end of December 2025. The 1st Multidomain Task Force, 5th Battalion, 3rd Field Artillery... More of this article »
Anduril Tapped by US Army for Advanced Drone Defense System
The United States Army has completed its procurement process and chosen Anduril Industries, a defense technology company based in California, to lead a significant upgrade of its systems designed to track and neutralize unmanned aerial... More of this article »
Army Energizes Bases with Nuclear Power Initiative
In a move towards energy independence and operational resilience, the United States Army has unveiled a new initiative, dubbed the Janus Program, aimed at deploying small-scale nuclear reactors to power its bases domestically and... More of this article »
Bangladesh Signals Major Air Force Modernization
The government of Bangladesh has granted initial approval for a significant expenditure aimed at modernizing its air force, a move that could see the nation become the third operator of China’s advanced J-10 multirole fighter... More of this article »
Venezuela Adopts Wartime Stance, Escalating Tensions with U.S. in Caribbean
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro declared a nationwide “state of external emergency” on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, a move that places the nation’s armed forces on a full wartime footing. Citing what his government... More of this article »
U.S. Army Partners with Soldiers to Rapidly Field New Drone Technology
In a shift from traditional military procurement, the U.S. Army is accelerating the development of a new class of autonomous systems by placing them directly into the hands of soldiers for testing and feedback. This new approach was... More of this article »
US and Japan Upgrade Defense Capabilities with Typhon Missile System
In a display of military cooperation, the United States Army has unveiled its Typhon mid-range missile system in Japan for the first time. The deployment comes during the annual Resolute Dragon joint military exercise, a maneuver... More of this article »
Army Taps Startups for Robotic Squad Vehicles
The United States Army is intensifying its pursuit of autonomous technology for the modern battlefield, awarding contracts totaling $15.5 million to three commercial startups. The initiative aims to rapidly integrate self-driving... More of this article »
China’s Grand Parade Showcases A Technological Leap in Military Power
A large military parade held in early September 2025 in central Beijing provided a formidable showcase of China’s rapidly advancing military capabilities. Under the leadership of Xi Jinping, the event was a clear declaration... More of this article »
Pacific Nations on Alert as China Flexes Naval Might
Recent months have seen a significant escalation of China’s military activities in the South Pacific, highlighted by the debut of a new amphibious assault warship and a series of aggressive maneuvers that have put neighboring... More of this article »
Troops Supporting Border Security to Receive New Medal
The Department of Defense is set to formally recognize the contributions of thousands of U.S. service members deployed to the nation’s southern border. In a move that underscores the long-term nature of the mission, the Pentagon... More of this article »
U.S. and Panama Deepen Alliance to Defend Vital Canal
In a powerful display of bilateral cooperation, the United States and Panama have concluded PANAMAX-Alpha 2025, a multi-phase joint military exercise designed to strengthen the defense of one of the world’s most critical maritime... More of this article »