Germany and Sweden not discussing FCAS partnership, say defense ministers
"A decision must and will be made regarding whether and how FCAS will continue” said German defense minister Boris Pistorius.
Rutte holds back on Poland’s drone shoot down plan
"You can be assured we will do what is necessary to defend our cities, our people, our infrastructure, but it doesn't mean that we will always immediately shoot down a plane," said Rutte, appearing at odds with Poland's position.
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Next-generation KC-390 Millennium expands multimission options for air forces
The jet-powered transport’s speed, survivability and multi-mission agility position it as a viable option to the C-130 for the US and NATO allies.
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Five new features are coming to Saudi Arabia’s World Defense Show 2026
Artificial intelligence, autonomy, and local innovation will take center stage.
China shows catapult launches of carrierborne aircraft for the first time
The visuals, published by the official social media channels, showed the Shenyang J-15T, J-35 fighters and Xi’an KJ-600 airborne early warning aircraft being launched from the Fujian’s electromagnetic catapults.
Saudi-Pakistan defense pact brings new nuclear player to region
“The agreement stipulates that a foreign aggression on one is an attack on both,” Faisal Al Hamad, a retired Saudi Air Force Brigadier General and defense analyst, told Breaking Defense
As Beijing beckons, is Washington sleepwalking on Egypt?
In this op-ed, Foundation for Defense of Democracies Mariam Wahba and Ryan Brobst argue a successful recent US-Egypt military drill belies a concerning shift.
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Threat warning and survivability in the modern battlespace
Protecting warfighters requires fast, accurate, and dependable systems that work flawlessly to military standards.
Gulf states pledge increased missile defense cooperation after Israeli strike in Qatar
"The recent attacks have intensified debates on collective Gulf security, exposing critical air and missile defense gaps,” retired Kuwaiti air force Col. Zafer Al Ajami told Breaking Defense, adding that "political divisions may hinder a formal Arab-NATO."
Denmark moves toward P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft purchase, minister says
Troels Lund Poulsen did not disclose an exact number of aircraft planned for order but stated Copenhagen’s preference is for a deal that involves cooperation with NATO countries.
Spain pulls the plug on $823 million Israeli-backed rocket launcher deal
“Additional measures” announced by Madrid in response to the Gaza conflict include a ban on any aircraft transiting Spanish airspace to transport defense equipment to Israel.
‘Already at war’: Palau’s president brings China-US competition for Pacific Islands to forefront
Separately, Papua New Guinea and Australia are set to sign a new security agreement.
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Constantly evolving aerial threats demand training that adapts accordingly
With potential adversaries no longer predictable, training must move beyond just live exercises and flight simulators.
Russian threat pushes Sweden to additional $2.9 billion defense spending pledge for 2026
Planned investment in high-profile procurements for 2026 includes air defence systems, rocket artillery, ammunition and combat vehicles for the Swedish Army, new surface combat vessels for Marines and tactical transport aircraft, alongside long-range combat "capabilities" for the Swedish Air Force.
Australia commits to $8 billion investment towards naval shipbuilding, AUKUS prep
More broadly Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles pledged to continue to increase defence spending to record levels to deliver the capabilities Australia needs.
Denmark picks Europe’s SAMP/T for long-range air defense, shuns Patriot
The twin track approach fits with a national plan to develop a multi-layered air defense network and marks Copenhagen’s largest defense investment to date.
Want to enhance Baltic deterrence? Start with traffic redesign
Lt. Col. Michael Carvelli in this op-ed explains how redesigning traffic infrastructure in the Baltic nations can better enhance deterrence in the region.