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US service member killed in northern Iraq, US Central Command says

A U.S. service member was killed on Saturday “during a controlled detonation of unexploded ordnance” in northern Iraq, CENTCOM confirmed.
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https://www.defensenews.com/news/your-military/2026/07/19/us-service-member-killed-in-northern-iraq-us-central-command-says/

US service member killed in northern Iraq, US Central Command says

A U.S. service member was killed on Saturday “during a controlled detonation of unexploded ordnance” in northern Iraq, CENTCOM confirmed.
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https://www.defensenews.com/news/your-military/2026/07/19/us-service-member-killed-in-northern-iraq-us-central-command-says/

US service member killed in northern Iraq, US Central Command says

A U.S. service member was killed on Saturday “during a controlled detonation of unexploded ordnance” in northern Iraq, CENTCOM confirmed.
#defense #miltodon #defence #defense_news
https://www.defensenews.com/news/your-military/2026/07/19/us-service-member-killed-in-northern-iraq-us-central-command-says/

US service member killed in northern Iraq, US Central Command says

A U.S. service member was killed on Saturday “during a controlled detonation of unexploded ordnance” in northern Iraq, CENTCOM confirmed.
#defense #miltodon #defence #defense_news
https://www.defensenews.com/news/your-military/2026/07/19/us-service-member-killed-in-northern-iraq-us-central-command-says/

2 US troops killed, 1 missing after Iranian missile, drone attack in Jordan

Two U.S. service members were killed in action on Friday in an Iranian ballistic missile and drone attack on U.S. and partner forces in Jordan.
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https://www.defensenews.com/flashpoints/2026/07/18/2-us-troops-killed-1-missing-after-iranian-missile-drone-attack-in-jordan/

2 US troops killed, 1 missing after Iranian missile, drone attack in Jordan

Two U.S. service members were killed in action on Friday in an Iranian ballistic missile and drone attack on U.S. and partner forces in Jordan.
#defense #miltodon #defence #defense_news
https://www.defensenews.com/flashpoints/2026/07/18/2-us-troops-killed-1-missing-after-iranian-missile-drone-attack-in-jordan/

2 US troops killed, 1 missing after Iranian missile, drone attack in Jordan

Two U.S. service members were killed in action on Friday in an Iranian ballistic missile and drone attack on U.S. and partner forces in Jordan.
#defense #miltodon #defence #defense_news
https://www.defensenews.com/flashpoints/2026/07/18/2-us-troops-killed-1-missing-after-iranian-missile-drone-attack-in-jordan/

2 US troops killed, 1 missing after Iranian missile, drone attack in Jordan

Two U.S. service members were killed in action on Friday in an Iranian ballistic missile and drone attack on U.S. and partner forces in Jordan.
#defense #miltodon #defence #defense_news
https://www.defensenews.com/flashpoints/2026/07/18/2-us-troops-killed-1-missing-after-iranian-missile-drone-attack-in-jordan/

US Navy 2 years behind on hypersonic missile installation on Zumwalt destroyers

The U.S. Navy’s expensive effort to install hypersonic missiles on three Zumwalt-class destroyers is two years behind schedule.
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https://www.defensenews.com/industry/techwatch/2026/07/17/us-navy-2-years-behind-on-hypersonic-missile-installation-on-zumwalt-destroyers/

US Navy 2 years behind on hypersonic missile installation on Zumwalt destroyers

The U.S. Navy’s expensive effort to install hypersonic missiles on three Zumwalt-class destroyers is two years behind schedule.
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https://www.defensenews.com/industry/techwatch/2026/07/17/us-navy-2-years-behind-on-hypersonic-missile-installation-on-zumwalt-destroyers/

US Navy 2 years behind on hypersonic missile installation on Zumwalt destroyers

The U.S. Navy’s expensive effort to install hypersonic missiles on three Zumwalt-class destroyers is two years behind schedule.
#defense #miltodon #defence #defense_news
https://www.defensenews.com/industry/techwatch/2026/07/17/us-navy-2-years-behind-on-hypersonic-missile-installation-on-zumwalt-destroyers/

US Navy 2 years behind on hypersonic missile installation on Zumwalt destroyers

The U.S. Navy’s expensive effort to install hypersonic missiles on three Zumwalt-class destroyers is two years behind schedule.
#defense #miltodon #defence #defense_news
https://www.defensenews.com/industry/techwatch/2026/07/17/us-navy-2-years-behind-on-hypersonic-missile-installation-on-zumwalt-destroyers/

Saronic picks Brownsville, Texas, for $3 billion Port Alpha shipyard

Autonomous vessel maker Saronic is set to build Port Alpha, a shipyard the company describes as the most advanced in the world, in Texas.
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https://www.defensenews.com/industry/techwatch/2026/07/17/saronic-picks-brownsville-texas-for-3-billion-port-alpha-shipyard/

Saronic picks Brownsville, Texas, for $3 billion Port Alpha shipyard

Autonomous vessel maker Saronic is set to build Port Alpha, a shipyard the company describes as the most advanced in the world, in Texas.
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https://www.defensenews.com/industry/techwatch/2026/07/17/saronic-picks-brownsville-texas-for-3-billion-port-alpha-shipyard/

Saronic picks Brownsville, Texas, for $3 billion Port Alpha shipyard

Autonomous vessel maker Saronic is set to build Port Alpha, a shipyard the company describes as the most advanced in the world, in Texas.
#defense #miltodon #defence #defense_news
https://www.defensenews.com/industry/techwatch/2026/07/17/saronic-picks-brownsville-texas-for-3-billion-port-alpha-shipyard/

Saronic picks Brownsville, Texas, for $3 billion Port Alpha shipyard

Autonomous vessel maker Saronic is set to build Port Alpha, a shipyard the company describes as the most advanced in the world, in Texas.
#defense #miltodon #defence #defense_news
https://www.defensenews.com/industry/techwatch/2026/07/17/saronic-picks-brownsville-texas-for-3-billion-port-alpha-shipyard/

Canada to spend $1.4 billion on armored combat support vehicles built locally

Canada is significantly expanding its armored fleet with a new contract to acquire 190 combat support vehicles over the next four years.
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https://www.defensenews.com/global/the-americas/2026/07/17/canada-to-spend-14-billion-on-armored-combat-support-vehicles-built-locally/

Canada to spend $1.4 billion on armored combat support vehicles built locally

Canada is significantly expanding its armored fleet with a new contract to acquire 190 combat support vehicles over the next four years.
#defense #miltodon #defence #defense_news
https://www.defensenews.com/global/the-americas/2026/07/17/canada-to-spend-14-billion-on-armored-combat-support-vehicles-built-locally/

Canada to spend $1.4 billion on armored combat support vehicles built locally

Canada is significantly expanding its armored fleet with a new contract to acquire 190 combat support vehicles over the next four years.
#defense #miltodon #defence #defense_news
https://www.defensenews.com/global/the-americas/2026/07/17/canada-to-spend-14-billion-on-armored-combat-support-vehicles-built-locally/

Canada to spend $1.4 billion on armored combat support vehicles built locally

Canada is significantly expanding its armored fleet with a new contract to acquire 190 combat support vehicles over the next four years.
#defense #miltodon #defence #defense_news
https://www.defensenews.com/global/the-americas/2026/07/17/canada-to-spend-14-billion-on-armored-combat-support-vehicles-built-locally/

Wars shift focus from jets to weapons at giant Farnborough Airshow

Spiraling security risks are expected to push defense to the forefront of Britain’s Farnborough Airshow next week.
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https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2026/07/17/wars-shift-focus-from-jets-to-weapons-at-giant-farnborough-airshow/

Wars shift focus from jets to weapons at giant Farnborough Airshow

Spiraling security risks are expected to push defense to the forefront of Britain’s Farnborough Airshow next week.
#defense #miltodon #defence #defense_news
https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2026/07/17/wars-shift-focus-from-jets-to-weapons-at-giant-farnborough-airshow/

Wars shift focus from jets to weapons at giant Farnborough Airshow

Spiraling security risks are expected to push defense to the forefront of Britain’s Farnborough Airshow next week.
#defense #miltodon #defence #defense_news
https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2026/07/17/wars-shift-focus-from-jets-to-weapons-at-giant-farnborough-airshow/

Wars shift focus from jets to weapons at giant Farnborough Airshow

Spiraling security risks are expected to push defense to the forefront of Britain’s Farnborough Airshow next week.
#defense #miltodon #defence #defense_news
https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2026/07/17/wars-shift-focus-from-jets-to-weapons-at-giant-farnborough-airshow/

2 defense tech companies sue US Navy after losing out on MUSV program

Two defense tech companies sued the U.S. government, alleging they were unfairly excluded from the Navy's Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel program.
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https://www.defensenews.com/industry/techwatch/2026/07/16/2-defense-tech-companies-sue-us-navy-after-losing-out-on-musv-program/

2 defense tech companies sue US Navy after losing out on MUSV program

Two defense tech companies sued the U.S. government, alleging they were unfairly excluded from the Navy's Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel program.
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https://www.defensenews.com/industry/techwatch/2026/07/16/2-defense-tech-companies-sue-us-navy-after-losing-out-on-musv-program/

Russian troops survive just 20-30 minutes on Ukraine’s front lines, CIA director says

Russian recruits arriving on the battlefield in Ukraine survive an estimated 20 to 30 minutes before they are killed or wounded, the CIA director said.
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https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2026/07/16/russian-troops-survive-just-20-30-minutes-on-ukraines-front-lines-cia-director-says/

Saab to supply sensors and combat systems for new German warships after F126 scrapped

Swedish defense firm Saab has secured an 8.7 billion kronor ($900 million) contract to supply combat systems and sensors for the German Navy’s MEKO ships.
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https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2026/07/16/saab-to-supply-sensors-and-combat-systems-for-new-german-warships-after-f126-scrapped/

Franco-German defense cooperation under strain as Macron, Merz meet

The meetings come weeks after industrial rivalries forced Paris and Berlin to scrap the landmark Future Combat Air System (FCAS) fighter jet program.
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https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2026/07/16/franco-german-defense-cooperation-under-strain-as-macron-merz-meet/

Fedorov out as Ukraine’s defense minister in major government shake-up

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed Mykhailo Fedorov as the country's minister of defense after just six months in office.
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https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2026/07/15/fedorov-out-as-ukraines-defense-minister-in-major-government-shake-up/

US Air Force turns to cheaper cruise missiles it can buy by the thousand

The U.S. Air Force is turning to cruise missiles it can buy by the thousand, cheap enough to shoot many for less than it once cost to shoot one.
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https://www.defensenews.com/industry/techwatch/2026/07/15/us-air-force-turns-to-cheaper-cruise-missiles-it-can-buy-by-the-thousand/

MBDA appoints Airbus executive Jean-Brice Dumont as new CEO

MBDA, Europe’s largest missile maker, appointed Airbus Defence and Space executive Jean-Brice Dumont as its new chief executive officer effective Nov. 1.
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https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2026/07/15/mbda-appoints-airbus-executive-jean-brice-dumont-as-new-ceo/

First the coast guard, then an ICBM: China tests new, long-term ways to hold off rivals in Asia

Experts say Beijing used both methods to try out new, attention-grabbing and long-term ways to deter others from challenging its territorial claims.
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https://www.defensenews.com/global/asia-pacific/2026/07/15/first-the-coast-guard-then-an-icbm-china-tests-new-long-term-ways-to-hold-off-rivals-in-asia/

Pressure mounts on US defense executives to boost weapons production

Defense executives face pressure to boost production as prolonged conflicts have consumed large quantities of missiles, interceptors and other weapons.
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https://www.defensenews.com/news/your-military/2026/07/15/pressure-mounts-on-defense-executives-to-boost-weapons-production/

US launches new round of strikes against Iran

The U.S. conducted a new wave of strikes against Iranian military sites on Wednesday after reimposing a naval blockade of the Islamic Republic's ports.
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https://www.defensenews.com/flashpoints/2026/07/15/us-launches-new-round-of-strikes-against-iran/

Israeli firm wants to convert commercial ships into floating drone bases

Elbit Systems detailed a new maritime concept centered on its Hermes 650 Spark unmanned aircraft, envisioning the conversion of commercial surface ships.
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https://www.defensenews.com/global/mideast-africa/2026/07/15/israeli-firm-wants-to-convert-commercial-ships-into-floating-drone-bases/

European firms plan exo-atmospheric interceptor for 2027 test

Bliksem EXO is meant to defeat ballistic threats including Russia’s intermediate-range Oreshnik missile with separating and maneuvering re-entry vehicles.
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https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2026/07/15/european-firms-plan-exo-atmospheric-interceptor-for-2027-test/

The US Navy is eyeing next-gen carrier-based drones. Here’s what they might do.

The Navy wants its next-gen carrier-based drones to handle a wide range of missions, from strikes and anti-submarine warfare to aerial refueling and more.
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https://www.defensenews.com/news/your-navy/2026/07/14/the-us-navy-is-eyeing-next-gen-carrier-based-drones-heres-what-they-might-do/

Navy awards TOTE $2.2 billion to manage Medium Landing Ships project

The Navy awarded TOTE $2.2 billion to manage its medium landing ship construction efforts, with the first vessel scheduled for delivery in fall 2029.
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https://www.defensenews.com/industry/techwatch/2026/07/14/navy-awards-tote-22-billion-to-build-medium-landing-ships/

Manufacturing woes hamper US 155-mm ammo production

Manufacturing problems are dashing the U.S. Army’s plans to boost production of urgently needed 155-mm howitzer shells, a government watchdog said.
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https://www.defensenews.com/news/your-military/2026/07/14/manufacturing-woes-hamper-us-155-mm-ammo-production/

Europe’s defense build-up is delivering for NATO — and America

"We invite our American friends to judge us not by old assumptions, but by the record we are building together," writes the EU top envoy to the U.S.
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https://www.defensenews.com/opinion/2026/07/14/europes-defense-build-up-is-delivering-for-nato-and-america/

Ukraine agrees on plan to acquire 16 Rafale jets, France’s Macron says

Ukraine has agreed on a plan to acquire 16 Rafale fighter jets from France together with the accompanying weapon systems, along with air-defense equipment.
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https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2026/07/14/ukraine-agrees-on-plan-to-acquire-16-rafale-jets-frances-macron-says/

9 nations back Ukraine’s Patriot alternative, Freyja — and want it flying in a year

Ballistic missiles are the one threat Ukraine can't stop with a weapon it makes itself.
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https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2026/07/14/9-nations-back-ukraines-patriot-alternative-freyja-and-want-it-flying-in-a-year/

Lawmakers demand Pentagon release findings from probe of Iran school strike

Lawmakers demanded Monday that the Pentagon release its findings from an investigation into the Feb. 28 strike at a girls’ school in Iran.
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https://www.defensenews.com/news/pentagon-congress/2026/07/13/lawmakers-demand-pentagon-release-findings-from-probe-of-iran-school-strike/

US to begin enforcing maritime blockade on Iran on Tuesday

The U.S. military will begin enforcing a maritime blockade on Iran on Tuesday.
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https://www.defensenews.com/news/your-navy/2026/07/13/us-to-begin-enforcing-maritime-blockade-on-iran-on-tuesday/

Sea drones strike Iranian port in combat first for US

U.S. Central Command utilized three Corsair unmanned surface vessels to strike a submarine and ship maintenance facility in Iran.
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https://www.defensenews.com/news/your-military/2026/07/13/sea-drones-strike-iranian-port-in-combat-first-for-us-navy/

US industrial base is becoming stronger for wartime production, study finds

As recent conflicts consume weapons at a ferocious rate, America’s defense industrial base is becoming more prepared to sustain a major war.
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https://www.defensenews.com/industry/techwatch/2026/07/13/us-industrial-base-is-becoming-stronger-for-wartime-production-study-finds/

Rheinmetall, MBDA to develop laser weapon for German Navy

Rheinmetall and MBDA aim to field an operational laser weapon for the German Navy in 2029.
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https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2026/07/10/rheinmetall-mbda-to-develop-laser-weapon-for-german-navy/

Multibillion-dollar contract secures ‘major step forward’ for GCAP fighter jet

Japan, Italy and the U.K. have handed a £4.6 billion ($6.1 billion) development contract to their national champions building the GCAP jet.
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https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2026/07/03/multibillion-dollar-contract-secures-major-step-forward-for-gcap-fighter-jet/

In a first, Trump will travel aboard Qatari-donated Air Force One

Trump will travel to North Dakota on Wednesday for the aircraft's inaugural presidential use over a week after its commissioning flights began.
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https://www.defensenews.com/news/your-military/2026/06/30/in-a-first-trump-will-travel-aboard-qatari-donated-air-force-one/