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Canadian Ground Robot Dropped in Atlantic Ocean Makes Its Way Back to Shore

Rheinmetall Canada’s unmanned ground vehicle made its way to a beach after being dropped in the ocean as part of a military exercise.

Raytheon Tests Ground-Launched StormBreaker ‘Smart’ Munition

Raytheon has tested the ground-launched StormBreaker glide weapon, which previously had been fielded only in an air-launched configuration.

Taiwan Prepares for Future Delivery of M109A7 Howitzers From US

The Taiwanese industry is moving to establish logistical and maintenance support for the delayed delivery of M109A7 howitzers from the US.

Theon Wins $58M Order for Next-Gen Thermal Clip-Ons From Germany, Belgium

Theon has been contracted to deliver next-generation IRIS-C thermal clip-on systems to Germany and Belgium.

US Air Force Invests $4M to Advance 3D-Printed Rocket Propellants

Defense startup Firehawk Aerospace won $4 million to develop 3D-printed rocket propellants for the US Air Force, aiming to extend missile range.

Raytheon’s New Electronic Warfare Suite for F/A-18E/F Passes Critical Review

Raytheon has completed a critical review of its Advanced Electronic Warfare prototype for the US Navy’s F/A-18E/F Super Hornet.

Rheinmetall, Safran Sign Deal to Fast-Track Joint Defense Projects

German defense contractor Rheinmetall Electronics and France’s Safran Electronics and Defense have signed a cooperation agreement that streamlines joint procurement processes and supports future projects.

US Launches Construction of Joint Military Training Center in Alaska

The US has broken ground on a new complex in Alaska designed to prepare troops for high-threat conflicts and strengthen cooperative military training with allied forces.

Blue Water Partners With Conrad for First Drone Ship Fleet

Massachusetts-based defense technology company Blue Water Autonomy has signed a production agreement with Conrad Shipyard in Louisiana to build its first fleet of unmanned surface vessels.

Russia Considers Year-Round Compulsory Military Enlistment

Russia’s State Duma, the Federal Assembly’s lower house, has passed at first reading a bill that would make military conscription a year-round process instead of the twice-yearly draft now in place.

US Marines Put AI in Warfighters’ Hands With ‘Project Dynamis’

The US Marine Corps has officially launched Project Dynamis, an initiative aimed at helping troops use artificial intelligence and advanced technology to make faster, smarter decisions on the battlefield.

BlackSea’s New Modular USV Doubles Payload, Power for US Navy Missions

MASC is a new modular unmanned surface vessel, purpose-built for the US Navy with 67,000 pounds of payload capacity, 900 square feet of deck space, and 198 kW of power.

US Air Force Revamps Basic Training for Modern Warfare Readiness

The US Air Force is overhauling basic training with BMT 2.0 to prepare recruits for the demands of modern warfare.

New CENTCOM Task Force Aims to Field Warfighter Tech in 60 Days

CENTCOM has launched the Rapid Employment Joint Task Force to cut deployment of advanced warfighter technology to just 60 days.

India Signs $7B Deal for 97 Domestically Made Fighter Jets

India signed a $7-billion order for 97 domestically designed and built Tejas fighter jets as its air force retires its Russian MiG-21 fleet after decades of use.

Strike on Market in Sudan’s El-Fasher Kills 15 People

A drone strike on a market in Sudan's besieged city of El-Fasher killed 15 people, a medical worker at the local hospital said.