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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 27/05/2026

The US Army just received its first upgraded Javelin launchers. Read more here: ow.ly/wrf050Z4LZF

Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 15/05/2026

In partnership with the AFCEA DC, the Small Business Breakfast Program is coming up next Weds, May 20th. The event explores how we're accelerating delivery of next-gen capabilities to the US Navy and the Navy's transformation of small business programs. Secure your spot: ow.ly/WuAU50Z0esR

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 15/05/2026

The Air Force is speeding up retrofits of the KC-46 tanker’s vision system.

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 08/05/2026

Coast Guard announces Special Missions Command.

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 01/05/2026

Air Force plans to retire its E-11 BACN fleet.

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 15/04/2026

White House wants Pentagon to demo nuclear space power by 2031 breakingdefense.com/2026/04/white-h…

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 09/04/2026

The uncertain future of the "Jolly Green II".

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 09/04/2026

BAE Systems trials low-cost counter drone solution for Eurofighter Typhoon ow.ly/1jPS50YGtn5

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 01/04/2026

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 19/03/2026

Navy extends service life of the USS Nimitz to 2027.

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 17/03/2026

Homeland defense depends on staying ahead of evolving threats. Jackie Schmoll of Northrop Grumman explains how multi-domain systems across space, air, and ground are shaping the future of defense. Watch now.

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 11/03/2026

Here's how CENTCOM says it's using AI for the operations in Iran

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 05/03/2026

Hegseth: US can sustain fight with Iran for as long as it needs to

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 03/03/2026

Hegseth: No boots on the ground in Iran right now, but “we’re not going to go into the exercise of what we will or will not do.”

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 27/02/2026

USAF Chief of Staff Wilsbach: We must not pass today’s readiness challenges to tomorrow’s airmen.

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 20/02/2026

Ever seen a microreactor transported by a C-17? You have now.

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 11/02/2026

FEATURED READ: Can an Army general with little experience in the digital realm run US Cyber Command and the National Security Agency? Breaking Defense spoke to nine former US cyber officials about the challenges ahead for nominee Lt. Gen. Joshua Rudd. ow.ly/SbWq50Ye3Ts

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 04/02/2026

Army seeks to award self-propelled howitzer contract by July, prototype request coming soon ow.ly/gPzL50Y8Lmn

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 29/01/2026

More US defense contractors are speaking out about President Trump's rebuke of their business practices as quarterly earnings calls kick off this week. Hear more on a new episode of The Weekly Break Out. Underwritten by Leonardo DRS. Full episode out now: ow.ly/MvHK50Y5poM

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 28/01/2026

South Korea's Hanwha plans to open a munitions plant at the US Army's Pine Bluff Arsenal to bolster US stockpiles of 155mm artillery shells and other critical munitions, the service said Wednesday. Read Mike Yeo's preview of the lease in December. ow.ly/tV7F50Y543P

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 20/01/2026

Go inside the Surface Navy Association's 2026 conference for a look at the Arleigh Burke-class destroyer and a solar-powered maritime drone.

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 13/01/2026

With the boom for solid rocket motors for missiles, a perilous crunch in the supply chain ow.ly/H0sv50XWoYy

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 19/12/2025

Most-read stories of 2025 — No. 1: Army secretary says it will be ‘success’ if prime contractor dies on his watch ow.ly/4aPw50XKq5a

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 18/12/2025

Most-read stories of 2025 — No. 2: ‘This acquisition is no longer required:’ Defense Health Agency cancels $96M wearable solicitation ow.ly/QbEZ50XKpUc

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 17/12/2025

Most-read stories of 2025 — No. 3: AFRICOM chief warns China attempting to ‘replicate’ US assistance as Washington pulls back (May 29) ow.ly/F8ko50XKpq1

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 16/12/2025

Most-read stories of 2025 — No. 4: Army ‘considering terminating’ General Dynamics’ oversight of new 155mm production lines (June 30) ow.ly/os6b50XK1oY

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 15/12/2025

Most-read stories of 2025 — No. 5: After Thailand’s Gripen combat mission, questions of future sales (July 29) ow.ly/us9P50XK1ep

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 10/12/2025

Tune into today's Atlantic Council event with Reps. Mark Messmer and Donald Norcross on America's hypersonic capabilities, moderated by Breaking Defense's own Congress/Industry Reporter Valerie Insinna. Discussion begins at 3:30 p.m. Eastern. ow.ly/s4Hh50XGFw7

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 26/11/2025

Navy killing last four ships in Constellation-class frigate program in ‘strategic shift’ ow.ly/tW6k50Xy7Uz

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 26/11/2025

IBCS set for full rate production, Polish milestone, Northrop says ow.ly/s69c50Xy64W

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 26/11/2025

Army asks industry for c-UAS parts, eyes potential small drone interceptor program ow.ly/2AeE50Xy5S3

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 25/11/2025

F-35 walkaround tour and key takeaways from the Dubai Airshow ow.ly/g86v50XxR98

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 12/11/2025

EXCLUSIVE: The US Army is embarking on the largest procurement overhaul in years to reshape how it buys weapons. From six new acquisition branches across the country to a fresh innovation office, Breaking Defense has new details about what's changing. ow.ly/NCBE50XquXF

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 07/11/2025

BREAKING: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth rolled out a slew of updates to Pentagon acquisition in an address Friday, declaring its sprawling requirements process dead and calling on defense companies to speed up or lose business. This story is developing. ow.ly/nJL750XoFcT

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 07/11/2025

Turkey’s TAI, UK’s BAE Systems join forces for collaborative drone ‘opportunities’ ow.ly/kTC450XozQO

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 07/11/2025

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is set to unveil major changes to how the US military buys weapons and vehicles. Here's what you need to know ahead of his speech to industry this afternoon. ow.ly/HAg350XosoM

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 23/10/2025

New series: Check out the first part of Breaking Defense's roundtable discussion on how the Pentagon is using artificial intelligence. AI Defense Paradigm Video post underwritten by RAFT. ow.ly/txCB50Xh0ie

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 15/10/2025

Breaking Defense is proud to stand with other defense trade publications for press freedom. Full statement: ow.ly/vV0X50Xc5EJ

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 12/09/2025

The second B-21 Raider was delivered to the #USAF on Thursday — a milestone in deploying the service’s next-generation stealth bomber. The Air Force plans to acquire at least 100 Raiders. 👉 breakingdefense.com/tag/b-21-rai... 📷: U.S. Air Force/Todd Schannuth #B21 #Defense #Aerospace #Military

Northrop Grumman's B-21 Raider stealth bomber, a sleek, gray aircraft with a distinctive flying wing design, is shown in a hangar environment. The bomber, which will replace the B-1 Lancer and B-2 Spirit, is a key component of the US Air Force's effort to modernize its nuclear-capable fleet. The image captures the aircraft's futuristic and stealthy aesthetic.

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 11/07/2025

Golden Dome will start by reusing and repurposing existing equipment, but companies are already looking ahead. Watch The Break Out to learn more. 🎥 youtu.be/ZH3eN_EvNa8?... [6 minutes, 4 seconds] #GoldenDome #Paris #TheWeeklyBreakOut

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 10/07/2025

Golden Dome is going to involve a bunch of the industry players. See how some companies are positioning themselves to get in on the plans. 🎥 Catch the entire episode here: youtu.be/ZH3eN_EvNa8?... [6 minutes, 4 seconds] #GoldenDome #Paris #TheWeeklyBreakOut

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 03/07/2025

NATO nations largely agreed to spend 5% GDP on defense. Hear what NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has to say. [57 seconds] 🎥 youtu.be/vuHtc7w3c8o [6 minutes, 35 seconds] #NATO #NATOSummit #GDP #TheWeeklyBreakOut

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 30/06/2025

In this week's episode of The Break Out, Ashley Roque explains America's involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict. 🎥 For the full episode: vimeo.com/1095918576/6... [6 minutes, 28 seconds] #OperationMidnightHammer #Trump #TheWeeklyBreakOut

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 27/06/2025

This week is the NATO summit, and we're expecting eyes to be on the Middle East, Ukraine and increasing defense spending. 🎥For the full episode: vimeo.com/1095918576/6... [6 minutes, 28 seconds] #TheWeeklyBreakOut #NATO #MiddleEast #Ukraine

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 26/06/2025

What could the potentially successful Chinese satellite refueling mission mean for the future of space operations? Space reporter @thitch.bsky.social lays it out. 🎥 For the full episode: vimeo.com/1095918576/6... [6 minutes, 28 seconds] #TheWeeklyBreakOut #satellite #SpaceOps #China

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 20/06/2025

As the Paris Air Show winds down, we’re sharing one last look at the sights from Le Bourget. Before the industry clears out and the public days begin, check out our final gallery of photos capturing the energy and innovation of Day 4. *Coverage underwritten by RTX.com #ParisAirShow #PAS25

A rocket looms in the background at the Paris Air Show on June 17, 2025. (Hélène de Lacoste / Breaking Defense)

AVIC, a Chinese aerospace firm, came to the Paris Air Show 2025 to show of its wares. (Hélène de Lacoste / Breaking Defense)

Attendees take a peak inside the Lockheed Martin Raider helicopter at the Paris Air Show on June 17, 2025. (Hélène de Lacoste / Breaking Defense)

An attendee takes a break at the Paris Air Show on June 18, 2025. (Daniel Woolfolk / Breaking Defense)

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 19/06/2025

Experience the thrill of the #ParisAirShow from a new angle! Breaking Defense’s Bartosz Głowacki captured stunning shots of aircraft soaring above Le Bourget. Don’t miss this exclusive gallery showcasing the energy and precision of the aerial displays. *Coverage underwritten by RTX.com #PAS25

The Dassault Rafale was on its home turf above the Paris Air Show 2025. (Bartosz Głowacki/Breaking Defense)

The Eurocopter Tiger showed off its moves above the 2025 Paris Air Show. (Bartosz Głowacki/Breaking Defense)

The back of the A400M as it travels the skies above the 2025 Paris Air Show. (Bartosz Głowacki/Breaking Defense)

The Fouga CM170 in the skies of the Paris Air Show. (Bartosz Głowacki/Breaking Defense)

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 18/06/2025

The sights of the Paris Air Show Day 2: Check out our photos from the Breaking Defense team on the tarmac at Le Bourget. *Coverage underwritten by RTX.com #ParisAirShow #PAS25

The sun rises on a Eurofighter Typhoon early on day two of the 2025 Paris Air Show. (Aaron Mehta/Breaking Defense)

The French and European Union flags fly high above the 2025 Paris Air Show. (Aaron Mehta/Breaking Defense)

Dassault showed off the many countries who have bought the Rafale at its booth. (Aaron Mehta/Breaking Defense)

Dassault showed off a new UCAV design as the feature of its outdoor pavilion. Meanwhile, the SCAF next-gen fighter model, which had been featured prominently before, was more to the side – befitting a show where the biggest news about SCAF was internal issues between Dassault and its Airbus partner. (Aaron Mehta/Breaking Defense)

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 17/06/2025

The power thermal management system is integral to extending F-35 effectiveness. Breaking Defense spoke with Aerospace.Honeywell.com’s CEO about critical PTMS upgrades. See the full video series here: ow.ly/a8ks50WaNUW #F35 #DefenseTechnology #sponsored

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Breaking Defense @breakingdefense.com · 16/06/2025

Day 1 #ParisAirShow brought together the top defense innovators, cutting-edge aircraft, drones, & tech on full display. But the spotlight also turned to controversy, as black walls were erected around Israeli pavilions, sparking protest from exhibitors. *Coverage underwritten by RTX.com #PAS25

PARIS AIR SHOW — The largest defense expo in Europe kicked off today in Paris

IAI’s booth at the Paris Air Show, surrounded by the barricade. (Valerie Insinna/Breaking Defense)

Elbit Systems’ booth at the Paris Air Show was blockaded off at the start of the conference. (Valerie Insinna/Breaking Deefnse)

Two rockets from space-based displays loom over the crowd at the Paris Air Show on June 16, 2025. (Aaron Mehta / Breaking Defense)

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