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India’s interest in Eurodrone builds off a joint statement signed with Germany in October 2024 to deepen defense cooperation and which includes a “specific focus on technology collaboration, manufacturing/co-production and co-development of defence platforms and equipment.”
By Tim Martin
The new batch of interceptors marks Israel’s first use of an $8.7 billion American aid package.
By Seth J. FrantzmanIntegrating commercial off-the-shelf computing on military platforms and how to make it work
The systems may be off-the-shelf, but the packaging for integration on vehicles and ships provides cradle-to-grave resiliency.
“The Albanese Government must not continue to treat the Australian public as bystanders in our own security dialogue, and repackaging or dusting off old announcements is borderline offensive,” Elizabeth Buchanan, a senior fellow at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute, told Breaking Defense.
By Colin Clark
In a sit down with Breaking Defense, Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart discussed getting the FY25 budget sorted, giving the Pentagon more flexibility, and reforming foreign aid.
By Aaron Mehta
Advancing military training with VR and simulators
Our latest eBook offers a glimpse into cutting-edge VR, simulators & military training tech showcased at I/ITSEC 2024 in Orlando.
Experts previously told Breaking Defense that this agreement “formalizes” and further cements defense cooperation between the two counter-West powers.
By Agnes Helou
“Our message is clear: Lithuania is ready to ensure the security of its citizens by all means,” said Dovile Sakaliene, Lithuania’s defense minister.
By Tim Martin
Space Force celebrates 5th anniversary at growing Spacepower Conference
Our latest eBook offers updates on the Space Force and SPACECOM, showcasing the latest tech, and the challenges of modern space operations.
“These contracts are established for the renewal and improvement of the current direct access satellite imagery platforms used by the MoD,” said a Netherlands MoD spokesperson.
By Tim Martin
“For both economic and strategic reasons, China may hope to use the opportunity presented by the political transition in the US to stabilize ties with Japan,” Bonnie Glaser, China expert at the German Marshall Fund, told Breaking Defense.
By Colin Clark
Italy becomes the first NATO nation to buy into the air defense system.
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The deal is valued at approximately AUD $22.9 million ($14.2 million US), a spokesperson for Australia’s Department of Defence disclosed to Breaking Defense.
By Tim Martin
While the hearing didn’t dive into foreign policy, Hegseth offered a peek into weapon programs that may get more attention.
By Ashley Roque and Valerie Insinna
Rutte did not offer a specific spending figure for NATO members to agree on, but his plea follows US President-elect Donald Trump calling for a target of 5 percent to be met.
By Tim Martin
“The launch of the first FALAJ3 vessel reinforces ADSB’s expertise in shipbuilding and represents a major step forward in delivering cutting-edge, highly sophisticated vessels equipped with the latest mission systems and advanced armament,” said Abu Dhabi Ship Building CEO David Massey.
By Agnes Helou
“As you know, China keeps doing that kind of thing around Korea, Japan, Vietnam and Philippines. We are concerned and trying to know what is their intention,” a Canberra-based diplomat said on condition of anonymity.
By Colin Clark
Autonomy changes everything about combat engineering
Sending robotic vehicles into the breach saves lives by removing humans from one of the most dangerous places on the battlefield.
