Fire extinguished aboard USS New Orleans
U.S. and Japanese crews extinguished a fire that affected multiple decks aboard the USS New Orleans.
Naval
After dillydallying, Thailand proceeds with Chinese-built submarine
Once tempted to ditch its acquisition of a Chinese-built S26T diesel-electric submarine, Thailand has decided the project will now proceed.
Two reasons Britain could slow its purchase of the F-35
The high costs of supporting F-35s and a failure to quickly integrate the MBDA Meteor to the aircraft could slow British plans to buy more of the jets, defence secretary Ben Wallace warned June 23.
It’s more than chips: Other risks exist in defense electronics supply chain
America’s dependence on other nations for many of the most crucial links in the defense electronics supply chain is a long-term problem that requires industry-government collaboration now on an unprecedented scale.
Russia says warning shots deter UK warship; London denies it
The incident on Wednesday marks the first time since the Cold War era that Moscow has claimed to have used live ammunition to deter a NATO warship, reflecting soaring Russia-West tensions.
After unwanted flights over the South China Sea, Malaysia looks for new aircraft
Malaysia has released a long-awaited tender for a new light combat aircraft and advanced fighter trainer, three weeks after accusing China of sending 16 military aircraft over the South China Sea near Malaysian airspace.
British shipbuilder Babcock to help beef up Ukraine’s navy
Ukraine is on course to rebuild the capabilities of its navy with the help of a possible deal with British warship builder and support-services company Babcock International.
NATO hopes to launch new defense tech accelerator by 2023
In less than two years, the alliance hopes to have its own, modified version of the U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency up and running.
German government ups the pressure in $1.1B Poseidon purchase petition
As is the case with other large military investments awaiting a decision, the aircraft acquisition would exceed current budget projections here.
German defense ministry seeks $5.3 billion for next FCAS research phase
Berlin wants to create a separate pot of 750 million euros dedicated solely to national developments.
Biden, Putin set consultations on updating nuclear pact
Putin said he and Biden agreed to begin negotiations on nuclear talks to potentially replace the New START treaty limiting nuclear weapons after it expires in 2026.
