SpaceX, Northrop Grumman pass first Golden Dome milestone for space-based interceptors
The Defense Department's space-based interceptor program cleared its first major milestone as contractors demonstrate feasibility before any production decision
Breaking Defense · +8 outlets
Ukraine's Zelensky asks US to sell 5-10% of Patriot missile stock to counter Russian ballistic missiles
Kyiv says a fraction of US Patriot inventory could neutralize Russian ballistic missile threats as allies debate donating interceptors.
Khaama Press · +10 outlets
Pentagon urges defense firms to accelerate weapons production as Iran war depletes stocks
Depleted interceptor inventories from the Epic Fury campaign against Iran have triggered urgency for replenishment across the industrial base.
İlke Haber Ajansı · +14 outlets
Northrop Grumman unveils Raid Hunter, a 50mm gun-based air defense system for counter-UAS
The new system adds a gun-based layer to layered air defense networks designed to counter cruise missiles and drone swarms.
Inside Unmanned Systems · +14 outlets
Lockheed Martin wins $211M contract to build new THAAD C3 launchers for UAE
The upgraded launchers add a new C3 configuration to the UAE's ballistic missile defense network as US bolsters Gulf allies.
The Defense Watch · +6 outlets
Pentagon hands Palantir up to $244M in no-bid work, orders agencies to find uses for software
A memo directs military agencies to adopt Palantir's software without competitive bidding, raising oversight questions.
Defense One · +3 outlets
Heritage report warns US missile shortfalls risk defeat in China conflict
Analysis warns that inadequate missile stockpiles could undermine US deterrence and warfighting capability against China.
Chosunbiz · +14 outlets
Raytheon lands $745M missile interceptor contract in Tucson
The contract expands Raytheon's Arizona operations as demand for missile interceptors surges amid global conflicts.
KVOA · +5 outlets
Northrop Grumman CEO says $3B PAC-3 MSE and THAAD agreements will accelerate missile defense production
Large-scale agreements with the US government aim to ramp up production rates for critical missile defense systems.
Defence Industry Europe · +7 outlets
Lockheed Martin developing modular payload system for hypersonic missiles
The company is pursuing modular payload designs and manufacturing alliances to enable high-rate hypersonic weapon production.
Defense Daily · +14 outlets
Trump orders return of steam catapults on carriers, fifth public shipyard
A new memo reverses previous modernization decisions and mandates a new public shipyard and component repair center to reduce submarine delays.
Breaking Defense · +8 outlets
Trump swapped Air Force One via catering truck after Iranian threats
Security concerns following a NATO summit forced an unusual transfer of the president between aircraft due to Iranian threats.
Defense News · +14 outlets
Army gears up to engage enemy surveillance satellites
The Army is developing capabilities to counter adversary ISR satellites and conduct stratospheric warfare.
Breaking Defense · +5 outlets
Space Command intel operations underway at new Alabama HQ
US Space Command's intelligence operations are beginning at its permanent home in Huntsville after the years-long basing fight.
Defense One · +5 outlets
Iran war reveals protection of space assets on bases must evolve, general says
Key radars were hit during Operation Epic Fury, prompting calls for improved protection of space-related ground infrastructure.
Defense One · +2 outlets
Boeing unveils IFPC second interceptor design
The design is part of the Army's Indirect Fire Protection Capability program to counter cruise missiles and drones.
Aviation Week · +6 outlets
Army's Iron Horse brigade prepares to test M1E3 and XM30 prototypes
Competing next-generation armored vehicle prototypes will be operated by soldiers at the National Training Center before a winner is selected.
Breaking Defense · +1 outlets