Andrew Chuter
Andrew Chuter is the United Kingdom correspondent for Defense News.
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Britain cements foothold in Ukraine for weapons upkeep, production
“The repair facility that has been secured is scalable to provide a similar capability for U.K. and other nations’ systems,” said a British official.
Over $13 billion in US military aid to Israel improperly tracked: IG
Investigators warned that such lapses increase the risk of sensitive U.S. weapons technology falling into the hands of hostile actors.
The state of US hypersonic capabilities | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 12.13.25
As China and other U.S. rivals claim to field operational hypersonic missiles, where does the U.S. stand in developing its own weapons? An expert weighs in.
Swedish air chief talks next-gen warplane, Gripen’s anti-drone role
The year 2026 promises to be a time of decisions, as the Swedish air force strives to keep its options open when it comes to a new fighter design.
Navy to begin constructing 2 ‘Trump class’ battleships
"The U.S. Navy will lead the design of these ships," the president said Monday, "along with me because I’m a very aesthetic person."
DOD needs more consistent Indo-Pacific deterrence funding, GAO says
An annual assessment of how DOD funds deterrence efforts in the Indo-Pacific revealed problematic inconsistencies, according to a GAO report.
Pentagon counter-drone task force plans Golden Dome link
Data sharing between the Joint Interagency Task Force 401 and the Golden Dome project will focus on larger drones, Brig. Gen. Matt Ross said.
How Salesforce is streamlining Army operations with AI agents
A look at how Salesforce is applying commercial AI success to Army recruiting, workforce efficiency, and soldier support.
Honoring accomplishment and courage: profiles of the 2023 Service Members of the Year
Highlighting achievements and acts of selflessness and bravery from each branch of the military these are the stories of the 2023 Service members of the Year.
Sweden hastens Gripen deep-strike punch with Taurus missiles
Sweden's air chief now expects Taurus integration "considerably earlier than previously planned," he said in an interview with Defense News.
