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South Dakota’s National Guard Funding Controversy and PMCs

Concerns raised about what South Dakota’s National Guard being funded by a Republican donor could lead to are a reality with private military contractors.

Soldier, Civilian Killed in East Ukraine Clashes

One Ukrainian soldier and one civilian were killed in clashes between the Ukrainian army and pro-Russian separatists in the country's breakaway east.

Russia Wraps up War Games Near Tajik-Afghan Border

Russia rounded off joint military exercises in Tajikistan with high-octane war games.

Lockheed to Build Advanced JAGM Missiles for Drones, Helicopters

Lockheed Martin has been awarded a $13.5 million contract to develop advanced Joint-Air-to-Ground Missiles for the US Army’s drones and manned attack helicopters.

US Marine CH-53K Heavy-Lift Helicopter Begins Initial Testing

The US Marine Corps has begun initial operations testing of its CH-53K King Stallion heavy-lift helicopter.

Purdue Aerospace District to Host New Hypersonic Testing Facility

A state-of-the-art hypersonic technology testing facility will be constructed in the Purdue Aerospace District adjacent to the Purdue University campus.

USAF Chief: US Must Meet China With ‘Speed, Focus, Commitment’

The US Air Force Chief of Staff said that the force must respond to challenges from China with “speed, focus, and commitment.”

12 Killed in Attack in Ethiopia’s Afar Region: Doctor

At least 12 people were killed and dozens wounded in an attack on civilians displaced by the widening war in northern Ethiopia, a medical official said.

US Coast Guard to Develop Digital Model of Icebreaker Polar Star

The US Coast Guard’s modest and only heavy icebreaker, the USCGC Polar Star, may soon have a digital copy to reduce the cost of risk and damage detection.

Japan Developing Drone-Based Hypersonic Missile Detection: Report

Japan is developing a drone-based hypersonic missile detection system, local media reported citing the country’s ministry of defense.

Thousands Flee as Taliban Eye Full Control of Northern Afghanistan

The Taliban were in control of six Afghan provincial capitals on Tuesday after a blitz across the north forced tens of thousands of people to flee their homes for the relative safety of Kabul and other centers.

Pentagon to Mandate COVID Shots for Military

The Pentagon said it will make Covid-19 vaccinations mandatory for all members of the US military by mid-September.

Raisi Tells Macron Nuclear Talks Must Guarantee Iran’s ‘Rights’

Iran's new President Ebrahim Raisi told his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron that negotiations with world powers to revive the 2015 nuclear deal must guarantee Tehran's "rights".

Eurofighter, NATO Sign €300M Contract for Typhoon Enhancements

Eurofighter and NATO signed a 300 million euros contract for the next phase of Eurofighter Typhoon capability enhancements.

India Shows Footage of T-90 Tank Attack Maneuvers

Recent Indian armed forces footage shows T-90 Bhishma tanks on attack maneuvers roughly 24 miles from the country’s border with China.

Panasonic Unveils Rugged Tablet With Long Battery Life, Accessories

Panasonic recently unveiled its new TOUGHBOOK G2 rugged 2-in-1 tablet with a detachable keyboard for military, aerospace, and industrial applications.