Trophy vehicle-defense system gets top-attack upgrade
Manufacturer Rafael claims to have resolved a key vulnerability that has plagued armored vehicles and main battle tanks.
Europe
Naval Group launches robotic boat featuring lessons from Ukraine
The Seaquest S vessel is currently undergoing sea trials in France.
Brazil’s deal for Israeli howitzers ‘frozen’ over Gaza war
The project remains frozen but not formally canceled, according to military sources in Brasilia.
Romania picks Turkish armored vehicles in $940 million deal
The Romanian government aims to have most of the 1,000-plus vehicles Cobra II vehicles manufactured in Romania.
Netherlands delivers F-16s to Ukraine, provides $440M for drones
After giving warplanes and Patriot air-defense systems to Kyiv, the Dutch government eyes a leading role in cooperating on advanced drones.
Italian minister proposes fresh taxes on arms makers’ windfall profits
Finance Minister Giancarlo Giorgett cited the need for "sacrifices from everyone," as Italy struggles to boost its finances.
Russian hacking group targeted US military contractors
The group, known as Star Blizzard, sent emails to victims that appeared to come from a trusted source, according to Microsoft and U.S. officials.
French Navy orders underwater drones for deep-sea surveillance
France considers protecting undersea cables at depths up to 6,000 meters a strategic priority.
New pact boosts defense-industry goals in EU lending scheme
A new agreement has the European Investment Bank listen to guidance from the European Defence Agency in a bid to elevate defense-industry priorities.
New Zealand, Australia swap senior military commanders
The move is meant to solidify the two nations' defense cooperation in a region where China is flexing its military muscles.
Iran fires missiles at Israel
The Israeli military says Iran has fired missiles at Israel and is warning Israelis to shelter in place.
House leaders urge White House to share more tech with Australia, UK
Two top Republican lawmakers in the House say the U.S. restrictions on arms exports could hinder competition with China.
NATO’s longtime chief hands over to former Dutch premier Mark Rutte
Rutte said his priorities would be NATO’s support for Ukraine, increasing defense spending and strengthening partnerships around the globe.
Dutch submarine buy from France to spark $1.1 billion in offsets
The Netherlands in March disclosed a budget of €5.65 billion to replace its aging Walrus-class submarines.
Australian Army seeks light vehicles for its littoral ambitions
“As part of our transition to a littoral brigade, we’re experimenting with a lot of mobility options,” said one Australian Army commander.
EU opens defense innovation hub in Kyiv to boost industry outreach
European leaders want to open new channels for trading expertise and financing with Ukrainian companies.
Opinion
The case for giving Ukraine long-range striking power in Russia
The U.S. could benefit Ukraine by doing more to help it to conduct long-range strikes in Russia, the authors of this op-ed argue.
