Lithuania unveils plans for multi-layer border defense line
Lithuania declared this week that it is creating a three-level defensive border intended to delay or stop enemy movement in the event of an enemy attack.
Europe
Putin wants rest of Ukraine’s Donetsk as part of ceasefire: Zelenskyy
Zelenskyy reiterated Ukraine would not withdraw from territories it controls because it would only serve as a springboard for a future Russian invasion.
Pakistan boosts defense budget by nearly 6%
Though mainly covering salary increases, some of the extra money is earmarked for infrastructure such as the continued development of Jinnah Naval Base in Ormara, the Navy’s main operational base, and a naval air base in Turbat.
Biden nixes Trump design for Air Force One over cost, delay
The new aircraft are estimated to replace the VC-25A planes in 2026, years behind schedule.
Japan to continue increasing defense spending over next five years
The prime minister has also warned against shrugging off Russia’s invasion of Ukraine as “someone else’s problem,” describing the attack as having shaken the very foundation of the international order.
Norway ends contract for NH90 helicopters, wants full refund
NHIndustries has called the Norwegian termination of the contract “legally groundless.”
Pentagon chief meets Chinese counterpart for first time in Singapore
The officials discussed North Korea, Taiwan and Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
French military eyes tech solutions to deal with climate change
Among the envisioned equipment investments are hybrid armored vehicles, with a Griffon-centric program serving as the prototype for future trucks.
Biden nominates Marine general as next commander of US forces in Africa
If confirmed, he would become the Marine Corps' first Black four-star general.
Joint Base Andrews likely to host Air Force’s new ‘Grey Wolf’ patrol helicopter
The Air Force plans to buy a pack of 82 MH-139A Grey Wolves from Boeing for $3 billion.
The race to arm Ukraine highlights West’s worry of losing tech secrets
Western defense leaders are expected to meet in Brussels next week to coordinate new arms donations to Ukraine.
