Defending the homeland means fighting disinformation
Disinformation is not just a policy issue, but a wider military threat to homeland security, writes William Coffin in this op-ed.
The digital defense depot: Moving IP from digital to physical
The framework for video streaming could offer a solution to reconcile the right to repair debate between the Pentagon and independent contractors, writes John Ustica.
The state of play in military space
The military space sector is evolving fast. Get the latest from Space Force and industry officials on what’s next for acquisition, policy and training in a new Breaking Defense eBook.
China holds the GPS advantage over the US. Here’s why, and how to solve it.
US strategic planners must confront an uncomfortable truth, writes Sean Gorman in this op-ed: A core pillar of American military and civilian power is far more vulnerable than many assume.
Golden Dome’s first goal? Protecting the 2026 World Cup.
The World Cup involves sixteen cities and three countries. Creating a network to protect them could became a basis of Golden Dome's architecture, writes Army officer Peter Mitchell in this op-ed.
Rep. Ken Calvert: How to maximize American manufacturing capacity
The Civil Reserve Manufacturing Network will be in the FY26 appropriation conference language, says Rep. Ken Calvert, the House defense appropriations chair.
Service acquisition leaders: Why this time will be different for defense acquisition
In this exclusive op-ed, four of the Pentagon's top acquisition officers send a message to their workforce: Accountability isn't punishment, it's liberation.
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Keeping sensitive information safe in a new AI era
Why edge and endpoint security can’t be an afterthought.
10 Breaking Defense op-eds that defined 2025
It's been a whirlwind of a year — and the defense establishment has plenty of thoughts on how it's unfolded and what might come next.
Emerging tech, allies and the NPOR flexibility we need
In this op-ed, former Navy and DoD official Jamie Morgan argues the current Foreign Military Sales system must evolve to meet non-program of record (NPOR) demands.
The AI aircraft debate rages, but both sides are wrong
In the debate of AI versus human pilots, ULA's Tory Bruno considers a compromise where AI supports warfighters rather than replace them.
Reforms to Navy’s research office must come without sacrificing scientific freedom
The Office of Naval Research is going through a necessary evolution to ensure the Navy is prepared for decades to come, writes Lorin Selby.
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Data overload threatens decisionmakers as autonomy expands
Reducing cognitive overload on warfighters while improving “time to trust” for autonomous systems is a matter of design.
Europe must invest in munitions to keep the US invested in Europe
An increased production in munitions from Europe takes the burden off the US while securing Europe's position as a key defense partner, write Michael Kidd and Giana Farry.
How private capital and allied investment can refill America’s empty shelves
A structured Surge Inventory Purchase Vehicle could be the key to ensuring America’s inventory stays stocked and ready for wartime, writes John Ferrari in this op-ed.
How to design a credible air deterrent for Ukraine after a ceasefire
If a ceasefire in Ukraine happens, the European Union should lead the creation of an Allied Air Command for Ukraine (AAC-U), write Dave Deptula and Jahara Matisek.
An overlooked national security challenge: Maritime supply chain security
Congress has passed three pieces of legislation to address maritime security, but that's not enough for an issue this global, writes Elisabeth Tamte in this essay.