Trump-Putin summit could decide the course of the Russia-Ukraine war
Trump is flying to Alaska for a high-stakes summit with Putin that could determine the trajectory of the war in Ukraine and the fate of European security.
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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.
Army division artillery headquarters moves from JBLM to South Korea permanently
About 100 soldiers are in the move as the Army pivots command and control to the peninsula.
Another Japan-based F-35 squadron is ready for operations
The Marine Corps squadron's F-35B fighter jets are now “taskable and combat capable on a limited basis” while they work up to becoming fully combat capable.
Taiwan commissions homemade ‘carrier killer’ warship
Taiwan’s president oversaw the commissioning of a new domestically made warship as part of the island’s plan to boost indigenous defense capacity amid heightened tensions with China.
Redefining disruption: A plan to upgrade defense innovation
The U.S. military suffers because of antiquated rules and cultural norms for how government works with industry in developing new technologies. This can’t continue.
Czech defense group expands in Slovakia with wheeled vehicle program in mind
Slovak Defence Minister Jaroslav Naď told reporters Sept. 8 that the government had approved the ministry’s vehicle acquisition plans.
Raytheon offers SkyCeptor, Polish industry cooperation for air defense deal
Raytheon Technologies says it is gearing to deliver the first two Patriot Configuration 3+ batteries to Poland in 2022.
Israel receives fourth and final Sa’ar 6 warship from Germany
Israel has received its fourth and final Sa’ar 6 warship as the country implements a new naval doctrine aimed at bolstering defensive capabilities in its exclusive economic zone.
New war-gaming center to speed up weapon deliveries to US Marines
A planned 100,000-square-foot facility in Quantico, Virginia, will transform military war gaming from a tabletop exercise to an immersive experience in a simulated environment.
Why Israel’s transfer to US Central Command could help deter Iran
Additionally, warming Arab-Israeli ties offer a major opportunity to align key partners against common regional threats..
