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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 34m

“This is Europe catching up rather than the U.S. slowing,” Dealroom said of the trend. “EU 27 funding more than doubled in a year.” 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

European defense startups to raise record $10.5 billion in 2026, Dealroom forecasts

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 1h

Germany plans to stand up its first dedicated drone regiment next year, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has announced. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Germany to set up first drone regiment next year, modeled after Ukraine war lessons

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 3h

The U.S. Marine Corps will deploy its ground-based anti-ship and air-defense systems to Japan’s southwesternmost island for exercises this month. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US Marine Corps anti-ship weaponry to see exercise action on remote Japan island near Taiwan

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 4h

Ukraine’s Fire Point said the firm is developing an extended-range tactical ballistic missile after its FP-7 weapon was used in combat for the first time. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Missiles, satellites and warplanes — Ukraine, Europe advance key arms projects

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 7h

The United States removed its B-1 bombers from a U.K. air base one week after several men were arrested there on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US removes B-1 bombers from UK base amid security concerns

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 19h

Yemen’s Saudi-backed government said on Sunday it was launching a major military campaign to recapture all areas controlled by the Iran-backed Houthis. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Yemeni government launches offensive to seize all areas from Iran-backed Houthis

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

More than 100,000 Yemeni troops could be mobilized in the offensive, depending on the scale, officials said. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Saudis plan assault on Houthis to break Red Sea chokehold

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Italian military planners risk losing out on billions in funding as government and opposition parties seek to cut defense spending and Ukraine support. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Ukraine war fatigue fuels defense-spending downgrade plan in Italy

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The first two of a batch of 66 new F-16V Block 70 fighter jets ordered in 2019 arrived in Taiwan on Friday after months of delays. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Taiwan’s first two F-16V fighter jets arrive to bolster defenses against China

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The French Air Force plans to fly crewed fighter jets in collaboration with AI-powered combat drones in 2028, under project Hypairion. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

French Air Force plans loyal wingman flight in 2028 in sovereign AI push

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

U.S. military allies in the Indo-Pacific region are wary of President Donald Trump's apparent overtures to China's leader Xi Jinping. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US leaders send mixed messages to Indo-Pacific nations

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The deal for the SM-6 interceptors comes as the Pentagon pushes to replenish munitions stockpiles depleted by conflicts in the Middle East. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US Navy awards RTX’s Raytheon $24.4B for SM-6 missiles amid stockpile concerns

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Ukraine has deployed its FP-7 tactical ballistic missile in combat for the first time, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Thursday. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Ukraine deploys FP-7 tactical ballistic missile in combat for first time, Zelenskyy says

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The U.S. Air Force awarded Boeing a roughly $85 million contract for four more MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters, with the first under full-rate production. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Boeing adds to big week with first full-rate Grey Wolf helicopter order

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Belgium is pushing to get new naval frigates on time, as a joint procurement with the Netherlands is delayed by years. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Dutch say ASW frigate talks ongoing amid reports Belgium may quit project

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Taiwan leaders are working to embed resistance against an occupying force into civilian life. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Taiwan takes a page from Ukraine’s playbook in steeling society for an invasion

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Two companies scored highest during the second phase of a Pentagon competition to find companies that can produce high-quality, low-cost commercial drones. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Neros, Perennial Autonomy lead in Pentagon’s drone competition

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The Pentagon announced Northrop Grumman and True Anomaly will build new ISR satellites in space, after admitting the U.S. already has weapons in orbit. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Space Force picks two companies to build new ‘space-to-space’ satellites by 2028

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The documents, Dallas Analytics said, place AOMZ in the production chains of “at least seven” missile programs, including the Kh-101 cruise missile. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Ukraine has struck Russian factory vital for Moscow’s missiles, private intelligence firm says

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The service awarded Boeing a contract for 22 more F-15EX aircraft, bringing the number to a total of 120 to be manufactured by the defense company. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US Air Force awards $2.38B contract to Boeing for 22 F-15EX

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

If confirmed, Lt. Gen. David N. Miller Jr. would take over command from Gen. Stephen Whiting after his upcoming retirement. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

White House nominates next general to helm US Space Command

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

U.S. Marines participated in a NATO exercise on a remote Arctic island as the alliance increases its focus on the region amid worries about Russia. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Operation Atlantic City ushers Marines on rare trip to ... remote Arctic island

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The Army on Tuesday signed agreements with Anduril, Castelion, Lockheed Martin, Mach Industries and RTX to create advanced long-range missile prototypes. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US Army selects five companies for PrSM development

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman is slated to undergo a $5.1 billion overhaul that will ready the vessel for the second half of its service life. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman to undergo $5.1B mid-life overhaul

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The company behind these planes, Aviacon Zitotrans, has been sanctioned by the United States, Canada and Ukraine for its support in Russia’s war effort. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

UAE turns to Russian shadow airline for missions in Africa: Investigation

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Mykhailo Fedorov told Defense News he wants humanoid-like robots on the battlefield within six months and an assault without infantry within a year. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Ukraine’s former defense minister launches ‘Manhattan Project’ for killer robots

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The Pentagon recently announced a $450 million investment in The Elmet Group to strengthen the U.S. supply chain for the critical mineral tungsten. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Why the Pentagon just dropped $450M on tungsten mining

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Boeing has officially been selected to build the Navy’s sixth-generation carrier-based strike fighter, dubbed F/A-XX. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US Navy selects Boeing to build next-generation F/A-XX fighter

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

The Defense Department has awarded Raytheon a multiyear contract worth up to $20.7 billion to build Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles, or AMRAAMs. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Pentagon awards Raytheon up to $20.7 billion to nearly double AMRAAM production

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

A decommissioned U.S. guided-missile frigate was sent to the bottom of the Atlantic on Sept. 25 during a joint U.S.-U.K. naval exercise. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

USS Klakring sent to the bottom of the Atlantic in joint US-UK SINKEX

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Russian special services were behind the fire at a building used by an Estonian military robotics company last month, the government in Tallinn said. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Estonia blames Russia in arson attack on military robotics firm Milrem

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

U.S. forces are set to depart from their last bases in Iraq by Wednesday, a move celebrated as a victory by Iran and its allies. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US forces exiting Iraq after 2 decades, leaving opening for Iran

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

A French artillery formation is trialing a new organization of its gun units and support procedures, prompted by drone lessons from the war in Ukraine. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

French artillery regiment reorganizes guns to survive drone threats

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

The New Zealand and Australian navies signed “Plan Tasman” this month, formalizing a blueprint for integrating the two neighboring sea services. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

New Zealand, Australia sign pact to deepen naval cooperation

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Russia plans to spend 17.1 trillion roubles, or $202 billion, on defense in 2027, a 27% increase. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Russia raises 2027 military spending by 27%, budget documents show

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Drones, counter-drone tech, air defense, seabed defense and eastern flank protection top the EU's list of desired capability areas. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

EU nails down five defense priority areas to channel common spending

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

British government leaders are converging around the message that the defense sector will be key in energizing the nation's anemic growth. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

UK’s Healey puts defense in focus for reindustrialization push

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

British police on Sunday arrested five men on suspicion of explosive and terrorism offenses near an air base that hosts U.S. Air Force personnel. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Terror suspects wanted to do ‘big damage’ to air base used by US, Trump says

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Ukraine opens wartime battlefield data to Britain through Avengers AI Labs, giving British companies access to data for AI drone development. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Ukraine’s deadly AI training platform for drone tech opens to UK companies

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

The Trump administration has made legally binding commitments to spend almost all of the $400 million Congress approved for military aid to Ukraine. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Trump administration obligates $307M for military aid to Ukraine

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

A federal appeals court upheld the Pentagon’s blacklisting of Anthropic from military contracts, handing a victory to President Trump and the Pentagon. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US appeals court upholds Pentagon’s blacklisting of Anthropic

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

U.S. Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle announced a new autonomous development center to train sailors and test new technology. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US Navy stands up hub to prepare unmanned systems for combat

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

French firm Thales is “quite advanced” in discussions with a number of NATO countries about using its artificial intelligence-powered C2 system. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Thales in ‘quite advanced’ talks with NATO countries on AI-powered command software

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Under a U.S. agreement signed this week, a small outpost at Mestersvig, Greenland, could soon become a key American military foothold in the Arctic. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Desolate Arctic outpost likely to host US troops under new Greenland deal

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

France will send troops and defense systems to Saudi Arabia to help protect the Red Sea port city of Yanbu, which is key for energy transport, Macron said. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

France to send military to protect Saudi Arabia on Red Sea oil route, Macron says

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

The participation of F-35 stealth fighters in the Indian drills signals that New Delhi’s and Washington’s defense ties remain steady. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US F-35 fighters to debut in Indian multinational air exercise

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Italy has signed to buy two new naval destroyers that will mark a quantum leap in capabilities for the Italian navy, the ships’ builders have promised. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Italy taps state-owned firms to build two naval destroyers in $4.2 billion deal

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

NATO’s top commander said on Thursday the United States would continue to provide “critical but more limited capabilities” to the alliance. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

US to provide critical but more limited capabilities to NATO, top commander says

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Opinion: If acquisition reform is to succeed, it must migrate to the warfighter's last tactical mile, the president and chief executive officer of CNA writes. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

Why the last tactical mile is crucial to acquisition reform

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Defense News @defensenews.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

U.S. naval drone maker Saildrone seeks to expand its footprint in Europe, with Denmark a key customer in the contested Baltic and North seas. 🔗Link to article in comments ⬇️

With Denmark, Saildrone logs first flag registration for naval surveillance drone

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