First the coast guard, then an ICBM: China tests new, long-term ways to hold off rivals in Asia
Experts say Beijing used both methods to try out new, attention-grabbing and long-term ways to deter others from challenging its territorial claims.
Pressure mounts on US defense executives to boost weapons production
Defense executives face pressure to boost production as prolonged conflicts have consumed large quantities of missiles, interceptors and other weapons.
US launches new round of strikes against Iran
The U.S. conducted a new wave of strikes against Iranian military sites on Wednesday after reimposing a naval blockade of the Islamic Republic's ports.
Israeli firm wants to convert commercial ships into floating drone bases
Elbit Systems detailed a new maritime concept centered on its Hermes 650 Spark unmanned aircraft, envisioning the conversion of commercial surface ships.
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