


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.

Space is the new frontier of war, officials say in change of tone
The new language is a step up from more diplomatic assessments just a year ago.

Lockheed Martin expects F-35 tech upgrades to last through 2032
Following delays in the F-35 upgrade dubbed Technology Refresh 3, the jet’s producer expects to complete the major project by 2032 at the latest.

Denmark eyes Boeing P-8 aircraft for Arctic surveillance
In an interview with Danish broadcaster TV2, Troels Lund Poulsen stated that the country could buy “a fleet” of the aircraft, if needed.

European-Ukrainian cooperation sparks next-gen combat robot
The variant was developed in partnership with the Ukrainian company Frontline, the Ukrainian military and frontline-experienced testers.

Turkey moves ahead with T-70 deliveries despite program challenges
The program that was delayed significantly now faces an early termination after nearly two decades.

Schiebel expands helicopter-drones lineup with armed variants
As part of the joint effort, Thales acts as a systems integrator and supplier of sensors to the expanding Camcopter range.

Ukraine ramps up arms production, but a key bottleneck remains
Since taking office in January, President Donald Trump’s view on U.S. assistance to Ukraine has fluctuated considerably.

What if Russia invades the Baltic? A tabletop game offers answers
“Littoral Commander: The Baltic” depicts a Russian invasion of the Baltic region around 2030.

Poland picks BAE Systems for artillery ammunition ramp-up
The British-based company's offer beat several contenders also angling for the business.

Rheinmetall to buy Lürssen yard’s naval business to move into warships
NVL adds around €1 billion (US$1.2 billion) in annual sales in the naval domain, compared to Rheinmetall’s 2024 revenue of €9.75 billion.

Interceptor drones are Europe’s new hope for downing Russian Shaheds
The interest surrounding these platforms appears to be catching on, as several companies paraded their new variants at the DSEI fair in London.

Denmark picks French-Italian SAMP/T air defense system over Patriot
Denmark announced earlier Friday that it will be purchasing MBDA's SAMP/T system rather than the Patriot system.

Dubai Airshow nixes Israel attendance over bombing in Qatar
The organizers’ move became public a day after a Israel carried out an air strike targeting Hamas negotiators in a attack in Doha on Tuesday.

BAE braces for biggest-ever order of CV90 combat vehicle in 2026
Finland, Sweden, Norway, Lithuania, Estonia and the Netherlands in June agreed to explore joint procurement of the CV90.

NATO shot down 3 Russia drones in Poland, all others crashed: official
Officials tell Military Times the takedowns mark the first time in alliance history that NATO planes engaged potential threats in allied airspace.
