Dwindling stockpiles of solid rocket motors highlight industrial base challenges
Supply shortages, damaged radars raise concerns about air and missile defense.
Mach Industries wins DIU contract for maritime, long-range strike drone
The Navy is seeking an unmanned aerial system that can operate from ships without a large flight deck to conduct long-range strikes.
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ASELSAN at SAHA 2026: Introducing next-generation multi-domain defense systems
Unveiled at SAHA 2026, ASELSAN’s latest portfolio reflects a layered and integrated defense architecture, bringing together electronic warfare, counter-UAV, airborne and naval capabilities within a unified operational framework.
Navy’s MQ-25 Stingray gets green light for low-rate initial production
A low-rate initial production contract for three aircraft is expected this summer, the Navy said.
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.
Army wants to buy one million drones over next two to three years
This uptick in drone acquisition will be possible through a new pilot program, called SkyFoundry, an initiative headed by Army Material Command, an Army Spokesperson told Breaking Defense.
Turkey’s STM debuts multi-role support ship model in Malaysia
STM said the vessel is designed to “support amphibious operations” through armored unit transportation, to deliver logistical support and can be used for search and rescue operations.
How the Pentagon is shaping its next cyber strategy
Drawing on Breaking Defense's TechNet Cyber 2026 coverage, this eBook examines how the Pentagon is advancing AI, cybersecurity, and cyber strategy to strengthen the future force.
With UAVs, air defenses and a full-sized, modified tank, Russian firms make splash inside IDEX 2025
At the previous edition of IDEX, which took place in early 2023 and just a few months after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Russian companies were not listed as official exhibitors and relegated to a separate outdoor pavilion.
New Biden MTCR policy will free long-range missile tech, space launcher sales to key allies, partners
The new guidance "strengthens the U.S. ability to deter our adversaries, expands U.S. exports .... and broadens the scope of future space partnerships with U.S. allies and partners," one recent Biden official told Breaking Defense.
Pentagon on the hunt for cheap, one-way drones
“We have no cap on the number of vendors involved," a DIU spokesperson said.
The next president must lead on missile defense
In this op-ed, Matthew Costlow argues that the next president should turn their attention, and the budget, to homeland missile defense.
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Scaling AI for Defense Teams Without Increasing Data Risk
AI is expanding the mission data footprint across defense environments, increasing the need for scalable, layered data-at-rest (DAR) protection.
Army wants ideas for new large drone for reconnaissance and attack missions
The service wants information on Group 4 or 5 drone designs that can carry a range of sensors, and also launch new weapons like the developmental launched effects.
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IAI Bolsters its Maritime Capabilities
By offering unique solutions tailored to the operational needs of global markets, IAI considers its maritime activity a key growth driver for the future.
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“The Watched Pot Still Boils” – Expeditionary & Survivable C4I
Part 1 of a narrative series illustrating how America’s armed forces might use technology to accomplish their most demanding missions.
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The Army National Guard Needs Gray Eagle
Army National Guard units are an essential part of the Total Force. They need the same equipment, too.