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Suspected Jihadists Storm Nigeria Prison, Free Hundreds

Suspected jihadists blasted their way into a Nigerian prison, freeing dozens of their jailed comrades and hundreds of other inmates.

Iran Denies Making Demands Beyond Nuclear Deal

Iran's foreign minister said his country is making no demands outside the parameters of its 2015 nuclear deal with world powers.

USAF Awards $950M Joint All Domain Command and Control Contract

The US Air Force has selected 27 companies to demonstrate Joint All Domain Command and Control technologies. 

India to Procure 30,000 Night Sights for US-Made Rifles

The Indian Army has issued a tender to local defense firms for 30,000 night sights for its US-made rifles.

US Military to Use High-Altitude Balloons Against China, Russia: Report

The US military is working on using high-altitude balloons to monitor China and Russia, according to a report by POLITICO.

BLOS Communication-Capable B-52 Bomber Completes First Test Flight

The US Air Force test flew a beyond-line-of-sight communication-capable B-52 bomber for the first time last month.

India Conducts Maiden Flight of Autonomous Technology Demonstrator

India conducted its maiden flight of an autonomous technology demonstrator, taking a critical step towards unmanned combat aircraft development.

French Force in Sahel Leaves Mali in Vast Operation

The main French military base in Niger has become a hub of frantic activity for troops and equipment leaving neighboring Mali.

Russia Accuses Ukraine of Torturing Prisoners of War

Russia is investigating the alleged torture of its soldiers held prisoner in Ukraine and released as part of a recent swap with Kyiv.

NATO Says No Plans for Bases in Sweden or Finland

NATO has no current plans to send troops to Sweden and Finland once they complete the membership process.

Latvia to Reinstate Compulsory Military Service

Latvian Defense Minister Artis Pabriks said the Baltic state will reinstate compulsory military service following Moscow's war in Ukraine.

Spain Govt Bitterly Split Over Upping Military Spend

The release of a billion euros for the army has split Spain's ruling coalition, with left-wing hardliners Podemos opposing the defense budget increases promised to NATO by Socialist PM Sanchez.

Bomb Kills Two Peacekeepers in Northern Mali

Two United Nations peacekeepers were killed and five were seriously injured Tuesday when their vehicle struck a mine in northern Mali.

Lockheed Transitions to Latest Model Javelin Missile Production

Lockheed Martin has reportedly converted its Javelin anti-armor missile production to the latest FGM-148F model.

Tunisia to Procure Military Training Aircraft From US

Tunisia is acquiring eight military training aircraft from the US to modernize its fleet and provide improved training to its pilots.

Harpoons Made Russians Leave Snake Island: DoD Official

Ukraine’s sinking of a Russian resupply ship bound for Snake Island last month helped Kyiv regain control over the island, a US Department of Defense official revealed.