With no Iran war end in sight, Germany pulls back two navy ships eyed for Hormuz mission
German defense leaders have little hope for peace in Iran soon, pulling back two navy ships meant to support a post-war mission in the Strait of Hormuz.
Pentagon nominates Lt. Gen. Admiral to command US Army Europe and Africa
Lt. Gen. Kevin D. Admiral, who currently serves as the commander of III Corps and Fort Hood, Texas, was nominated to take over the top job on Thursday.
Anduril in talks to raise funding at about $100 billion valuation
Anduril is discussing a new funding round that could see it valued at about $100 billion, rivaling companies such as Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin.
Indonesia orders Leonardo light fighters, eyes naval helicopters
The Indonesian Air Force is slated to get Leonardo M-346F light fighters, further diversifying an eclectic aircraft fleet.
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Indonesia orders Leonardo light fighters, eyes naval helicopters
The Indonesian Air Force is slated to get Leonardo M-346F light fighters, further diversifying an eclectic aircraft fleet.
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Australia whips together a hybrid air defense weapon
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Pentagon nominates Lt. Gen. Admiral to command US Army Europe and Africa
Lt. Gen. Kevin D. Admiral, who currently serves as the commander of III Corps and Fort Hood, Texas, was nominated to take over the top job on Thursday.
‘Incredible work’: Ukrainian F-16 downs Russian fighter jet for first time
The kill, confirmed by the top U.S. general, is the latest sign of Kyiv's growing air power — pulled off by one of the oldest fighters in the sky.
US Navy moving forward on West Coast dock for aircraft carriers
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Cost of Iran war rises to $37.5 billion, Pentagon requests $67.1 billion more
The Iran war has cost the DoD $37.5 billion to date, Hegseth told senators Tuesday, as he requested $67.1 billion more in emergency funding.
Iran warns Bulgaria against aiding US military operations
Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman warned Bulgaria on Tuesday against allowing the U.S. to use its territory for military operations against Iran.
Hanwha Philly Shipyard awarded $2 billion to build 2 missile-tracking vessels
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With no Iran war end in sight, Germany pulls back two navy ships eyed for Hormuz mission
German defense leaders have little hope for peace in Iran soon, pulling back two navy ships meant to support a post-war mission in the Strait of Hormuz.
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