Ukraine expects $3.5 billion fund for US weapons, Zelenskyy says
Ukraine expects to have a $3.5 billion fund by next month to buy weapons from the U.S. and sustain its fight against Russia's invasion.
Europe
Swiss panel audits 2022 contract, as F-35 cost surprise may shrink buy
The Pentagon has cited inflation, rising raw material prices and supply chain disruptions as issues that led to price increases for F-35 production.
Israel says it will field Iron Beam air-defense lasers in a year
A contract with manufacturers Rafael and Elbit will accelerate the laser-defense system, which is meant to relieve pressure from traditional interceptors.
Czech Republic picks Embraer C-390 cargo planes for its air force
Prague secured participation of local companies in the deal with the Brazilian vendor to the tune of $80 million, officials said.
Israel launches military strikes against Iran
Israeli military officials said the attacks were in retaliation for Iran's Oct. 1 ballistic missile attack on Israel.
Opinion
Getting more out of US-Australian defense cooperation
Canberra and Washington tend to view challenges in the Indo-Pacific through different ends of a strategic telescope.
Polish president rules out sending brand new weapons to Ukraine
Duda was asked during a visit to South Korea whether Warsaw would give Ukraine some of its newer weapons made in the Asian country.
France, Germany to hammer out next steps for delay-prone FCAS warplane
A top French acquisition official stresses the aircraft's envisioned role in nuclear deterrence.
Boeing machinists reject labor contract, extending strike
The labor standoff comes during an already challenging year for Boeing, which became the focus of multiple federal investigations earlier this year.
Dutch military faces a tough mission: finding space to prepare for war
It's hard to replicate large-scale ground combat in a densely populated country that takes 10 minutes to cross by super-cruising jet.
Engine maker Renk opens shop in Italy ahead of armor spending frenzy
The move to Italian tank hub La Spezia will put Renk in “a strategically important region,” close to “Italian customers and partners,” said the firm.
