Recap: Highlights from the US Army’s 2025 conference in Washington
The Army continues to transform, with efforts focused on next-gen weaponry, long-range artillery, unmanned systems and much more.
Unmanned
Pentagon stages first ‘Top Drone’ school for operators to hone skills
Industry and military drone operators flew tethered and untethered first-person drones through a course designed to test endurance and maneuverability.
Unusual Level of Naval Power on Display the World Over
Naval forces have been underway in an unusual explosion of major exercises around the globe.
Defense Firms' Q3 Results Highlight M&A Activity
As aerospace and defense firms began reporting their third-quarter results last week, mergers and acquisitions – past, present and potential future deals – loomed large.
Sweden, Brazil Pursue Deeper Cooperation With $4.7B Gripen NG Deal
Swedish and Brazilian state and industry officials will meet in November to discuss how a US$4.7 billion Gripen NG deal may create significant industrial investment opportunities.
Moretti Puts Stamp on New Finmeccanica Leadership Team
Finmeccanica CEO Mauro Moretti is finalizing a management team with company veterans and staff from his previous job.
Pentagon Chief Expects More Anti-IS Raids After Captives Freed
WASHINGTON — US Defense Secretary Ash Carter said Friday he expected more raids targeting the Islamic State group similar to the mission that freed dozens of captives but left an American commando dead in Iraq.
Rough Path Ahead for Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty
Secretary John Kerry wants to ratify the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty, but the way forward appears rocky.
Auditors: UK 10-Year Equipment Plan Affordable for Now
The UK spending watchdog says MoD investment plans for new equipment and support are largely affordable.
Russia May Link Sale of S-400 to India With Fighter Development
Russia may not provide India S-400 Triumf air defense systems, as issues with the Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft remain.
NATO Official: 'Arc of Instability' Surrounds Much of Europe
A senior NATO official has conceded that "more could be done" to improve cooperation with the European Union.
