Italy taps state-owned firms to build two naval destroyers in $4.2 billion deal

Italy has signed to buy two new naval destroyers that will mark a quantum leap in capabilities for the Italian navy, the ships’ builders have promised.

US to provide critical but more limited capabilities to NATO, top commander says

NATO’s top commander said on Thursday the United States would continue to provide “critical but more limited capabilities” to the alliance.

Opinion

Why the last tactical mile is crucial to acquisition reform

If acquisition reform is to succeed, it must migrate to the warfighter's last tactical mile, the president and chief executive officer of CNA writes.

With Denmark, Saildrone logs first flag registration for naval surveillance drone

U.S. naval drone maker Saildrone seeks to expand its footprint in Europe, with Denmark a key customer in the contested Baltic and North seas.

The Battle Isn’t Binary: Pairing Low-Cost Munitions with High-End Punch

The warfighter needs the right tool for the right target and often needs multiple options at a moment’s notice.

Report: CIA warned Europe of Russian drone attack from vessels in the Mediterranean

The CIA reportedly warned European nations of a suspected Russian plot to launch explosive drones from aboard commercial vessels in the Mediterranean.

Army awards Palantir $48.1M to modernize ammo management

The tech company has built AI software designed to process data for targeting and decision-making, and now, managing ammo.

Steam catapults? US Navy appears to be sticking with electromagnetics on carriers

Despite an August order for the U.S. Navy to return to steam catapults on its newest carriers, the service appears to be sticking with electromagnetics.

Air Force, civilian staff dispute status of China Aerospace Studies Institute

CASI's director said the move will effectively end the institute, even as the service says CASI’s mission will continue.