


Could this wargame shape the future of the Space Force?
The event drew participants from U.S. industry and allied nations to consider what technologies might be needed to operate in space 10 years from now.

Space
Deep-space radar hits key testing milestone
The ground-based system is slated to be fully operational by 2027 and is the first of three radars the service is building with Australia and the U.K.

Chinese defense firms show off counter-drone tech at Serbia arms show
ELINC CHina diplayed a multifunction radar jamming and electronic intelligence station that can be sold in different configurations.

German Cartel Office approves Rheinmetall’s foray into Ukraine
The company wants to service German-donated equipment locally first, before producing its own weapons lineup in the country.

Opinion
Taiwan’s big stake in Washington’s budget battles
It’s in the U.S. national security interest to accelerate Taiwan’s procurement of the capabilities it needs to deter an invasion, the authors argue.

Rogers calls for Pentagon IG probe of Space Command basing decision
Rogers and other House lawmakers claim the Space Command basing process included “striking irregularities.”

Victus Nox mission highlights need for flexiblity, Space Force says
As the service seeks to operationalize a tactically responsive space capability, it may need to make its systems more nimble to respond to real-time needs.

Palantir wins $250 million US Army AI research contract
The work is expected to wrap in September 2026, according to Defense Department records.

Space Force, partners to craft global supply chain strategy
The event will give stakeholders a chance to share their perspectives on global supply chain challenges and opportunities to address them.

UK mulls onboard sensing requirements for satellites
The policy could be included as part of a forthcoming Space Sector Plan that outlines opportunities to boost the U.K. space economy and promote resilience.

Lockheed in ‘late-stage’ talks with solid-rocket motor partner
Lockheed declined to offer details on the potential purchase, including the name of the company and the timeline of the deal.
