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.
Report: Myanmar Army Frees 46 Child Soldiers
Myanmar’s powerful military released 46 child soldiers from service, state media reported Sunday, the latest move towards ending a scourge that has long beset the nation.
How the Improved F-22 Trains for Future Wars (With F-35s)
As the Air Force's most advanced aircraft, the F-22 is in such high demand that Raptor pilots and crews are constantly deploying for training and wartime missions.
NATO, European Commission Chiefs Hail Cooperation on Security, Migrant Crisis
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg and European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker have discussed ways to increase joint work to counter hybrid threats in several areas, including early warning, supporting critical infrastructure and cyber warfare.
Germany, Norway Eye Joint Submarine Procurement
Norway plans to complete the definition phase for procurement of submarines in the first half of this year and may consider a joint purchase with another country.
Australia Picks Navantia To Build Two Replenishment Ships
The Royal Australian Navy selected Spanish shipbuilder Navantia as preferred tenderer to construct two auxiliary oiler and replenishment vessels.
Bulgaria Halts Guardian, Sand Cat Armored Vehicle Procurements
Bulgarian Defense Minister Nikolay Nenchev has decided to halt two procurements to deliver US Guardian and Israeli Sand Cat armored vehicles to the Bulgarian Armed Forces.
US Gen. Scaparrotti To Be Next Head of European Command
Army Gen. Curtis "Mike" Scaparrotti is the Obama administration's choice as the next head of US European Command.
F-35 Chief Expects Savings From Pratt’s Work on B-21 Engine
The F-35 joint program office chief expects Pratt & Whitney’s work on the B-21 bomber to reduce the cost of the fighter jet’s engine.
No. 2 Military Officer: National Dialogue on Nuclear Deterrent Vital
A dialogue about the nuclear modernization costs must start "right now, this instant," said Gen. Paul Selva.
