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Taiwan launches its first homemade submarine

The island nation's government reportedly had plenty of help from international partners, who offered expertise and technology.

Opinion

Taiwan’s big stake in Washington’s budget battles

It’s in the U.S. national security interest to accelerate Taiwan’s procurement of the capabilities it needs to deter an invasion, the authors argue.

Cardin may track Menendez on Saudi pact, Turkey F-16s as panel chair

Ben Cardin has some weighty decisions to make on security cooperation with Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Egypt after Bob Menendez's latest legal woes.

Brazil sets up fund for Army’s armored vehicle, missile capabilities

The focus on armored vehicles will see various types manufactured by the Iveco, which opened a local factory 10 years ago.

Romania, Czech Republic advance F-35 acquisition plans

Bucharest plans to equip three squadrons with the fifth-generation fighter, or 48 aircraft, in two stages, according to defense officials.

How Iranian, Russian arms makers shared a Belgrade trade fair hall

Iranian officials were furious that their large but remote booth got so little attention, as Russia's Rosoboronexport stall had no gear to show at all.

Australian F-35 crews end their Asian exercise spree in Indonesia

Australian airmen also made stops in the Philippines and Japan to train with allied air forces in the region.

Iran says it successfully launched imaging satellite

The U.S.has alleged that Iran’s satellite launches defy a UN Security Council resolution.

Swarm of loitering munitions draws attention at Serbian defense show

Jovana Jevtić, marketing manager at PR-DC, told Defense News that the firm is eying the international market more than the domestic one.

Argentina agrees to buy Leonardo AW109M helicopters

The AW109Ms would be used by the Argentine Navy in a seagoing role aboard French-built Bouchard-class offshore patrol vessels.

Serbia’s first C-295 cargo plane slated for inaugural Belgrade flypast

Belgrade is eying European military suppliers amid traditional linkages to Russia's sphere of influence.

Bulgarian government approves $1.37 billion Stryker order

Leaders in Sofia want to consolidate mechanized forces and ensure interoperability with Western allies.

Opinion

Why the military is integral to America’s return to the moon

A lack of military involvement will slow U.S. progress in the race to the moon and place at risk national security, scientific and economic interests.

Taiwan moves closer to acquiring 160 Turkish-made Jackal drones

The Jackal has the potential to conduct airstrikes, provide air support, attack helicopters in flight and more.

Top Marine leader sworn in 1 day after Senate confirmation

Gen. Eric Smith took on the role Friday morning in a small ceremony at the Pentagon.

US approves $500 million sale for Saudi Arabia’s combat vehicle upkeep

Riyadh is slated to get the equipment through a longstanding support program that transfers standard maintenance parts to allied nations from U.S. stocks.