Trump taps senior Air Force commander for European Command boss
Lt. Gen. Alexus Grynkewich would also take over as the supreme allied commander Europe if his nomination is confirmed by the Senate.
Asia Pacific
Tech transfer pledge steers Thailand to pick Sweden’s Gripen warplane
Bangkok now gains intellectual property rights for Link-T’s unrestricted use and expansion.
Philippines orders 12 more FA-50 combat jets from South Korea
Manila has actively purchased frigates, corvettes, aircraft and weapons from South Korean defense firms to modernize its armed forces.
Israel announces defense export record: $15 billion in 2024
The announcement comes amid the Defense Ministry’s directive to Israeli defense companies to prioritize local needs over global obligations.
Trump names nominees to take over Middle East, Africa commands
If confirmed, Vice Adm. Brad Cooper would be the second Navy officer to lead U.S. Central Command.
Ukraine ‘well prepared’ for Russian response to drone stunt: Pistorius
The scope and timing of a potential Russian counterattack was still unclear as of Wednesday afternoon, the German defense minister said.
Poland, Baltic states eye new submarines, attack boats to deter Russia
Talks continue, but Polish defense-acquisition officials have deemed three submarine vendors as front runners.
UK defense firms heap praise, mostly, on Britain’s up-armament drift
Some industry insiders say they will wait to see the money before they give a standing ovation.
Allvin calls Ukraine drone strikes a wake-up call for US air defense
The Air Force's top uniformed leader said that planners need to consider vulnerabilities at military sites once thought untouchable by enemy forces.
Vendors line up to fill Japan’s F-35 pilot training gap
Tokyo is currently mulling its options for new advanced jet trainers.
Balkan military leaders summit signals calm in a conflict-prone region
In the Balkans, nationalist tensions can smolder for years and quickly spiral out of control.
Starmer vows ‘battle-ready’ Britain with 12 new attack submarines
It’s part of an ambitious industrial expansion program that also entails building new munitions factories.
Philippines defense boss throws cold water on large F-16 buy from US
“As far as I’m concerned, there’s nothing on the table for me to consider,” Gilberto Teodoro said in an interview.
‘Imminent’ threat? Hegseth escalates tone on China in key Asia speech
The assessment is a major departure for the U.S. government, and it came with a nudge that nations must choose between Washington and Beijing.
Israel claims drone interceptions with high-power lasers
Officials have declined to say which weapons were used, hinting only at a new generation of smaller, mobile laser guns.
Pentagon ends new radar effort meant for Guam missile defense
The Pentagon quietly directed the Missile Defense Agency to stop development of a new radar to protect Guam, according to a recent GAO report.
EU unveils Black Sea strategy with an eye on post-war Ukraine
The plan will see the creation of a “Black Sea Maritime Security Hub” to serve as Europe’s early-warning center in the region.
