US P-8 aircraft ‘hunts’ German, Swedish subs in Baltic Sea
“Both Sweden and Germany are playing a leading role and teaching other non-Baltic allies how to locate and monitor submarine activity in the Baltic Sea."
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New German sub-hunting plane to operate out of Norway, Iceland
The aircraft will serve to ensure no Russian submarines are able to enter the open Atlantic undetected, German officials said.
Beijing commissions third aircraft carrier, first one made in China
It is perhaps the most visible example so far of Xi’s massive military overhaul and expansion.
Australian navy sizes up high-risk submarine transitions under AUKUS
Officials have taken an “integrated approach” to orchestrating the two programs, from freshening up legacy submarines to receiving nuclear-powered boats.
US will share tech to let South Korea build nuclear submarine: Trump
Trump said the country would build its nuclear-powered submarine in the Philly Shipyard, which was bought last year by South Korea’s Hanwha Group.
Carrier’s move to South America leaves Mideast, Europe with none
It's a stark change after the U.S. joined Israeli strikes on Iran in June and engaged in some of the most intense operations since WWII in the Red Sea.
France updates submarine-launched nuclear missile amid arms race
The third and latest version of the M51 has new nuclear warheads as well as improved range, accuracy and capability to penetrate enemy defenses.
Rheinmetall, MBDA tout German shipborne laser gun for zapping drones
The system demonstrated what Rheinmetall described as a first for Europe: successful target engagement “in front of blue sky."
US to deploy USS Gerald R. Ford to Latin America
The U.S. military is sending an aircraft carrier to the waters off South America, in the latest escalation and buildup of military forces in the region.
Singapore launches ‘Battlestar Galactica’-like warship with drones
One such vessel, with its fleet of unmanned companions, could execute missions that would otherwise require multiple manned warships.
Trump backs US nuclear submarine deal for Australia
Trump committed to providing nuclear submarines to Australia, ending speculation that the deal would be dropped.
It’s crunch time for Poland to pick a new submarine design
Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s 2025 deadline nears for picking a winning proposal.
The Army’s new watercraft plan banks on autonomy, commercial ships
The Army's plan for establishing a fleet of watercraft in the Pacific includes a commitment to deeper experimentation with autonomous vessels.
NATO sees Russian naval presence wane in the Mediterranean
Alliance officials believe Moscow's sea service is strained, having to focus on the Baltic and High North regions instead.
Marines retire ‘workhorse’ Assault Amphibious Vehicle after 50 years
From the shores of Grenada to the deserts of Iraq, Assault Amphibious Vehicles shielded and carried Marines from ship to sea to shore since 1972.
Hegseth fires Navy chief of staff
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has fired the Navy chief of staff in a sudden shakeup following the confirmation this week of a new Navy Under Secretary.
Germany receives first P-8 sub-hunting plane amid Baltic Sea tensions
The German Navy's top officer said the planes would provide a “quantum leap” when it comes to range, sensors and duration of missions.
