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Integration on Virginia-class subs the ‘greatest risk’ for nuclear sea-launched cruise missile: Navy official
Published: May 21, 2025 19:02
“This will be a whole new infrastructure that we have to stand up and so getting all of those things in place, getting the weapon system done, but as importantly, getting the fleet trained … that’s going to be the one of the challenging parts of this,”…
Saudi Arabia in talks to buy as many as 200 MQ-9 drones, General Atomics says
Published: May 21, 2025 18:10
“We have been in discussions with the government of Saudi Arabia and the White House for quite some time about a package that could include as many as 200 General Atomics aircraft,” a company spokesperson said.
Adm. Kevin Lunday to be tapped for job as Coast Guard’s commandant, DHS’s Noem says
Published: May 21, 2025 17:27
The admiral’s nomination immediately received push back from a top Democratic senator overseeing the Coast Guard.
Pentagon accepts 747 from Qatar as Democrats try to block Air Force One plan
Published: May 21, 2025 17:06
President Donald Trump’s embrace of a luxurious jet offered as a gift by the Qatari royal family has drawn bipartisan concerns about converting the aircraft to serve as a new executive airlifter.
NGA, Space Force ink accord on responsibilities for buying commercial ISR
Published: May 21, 2025 16:15
Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman stressed that the commercial imagery the Space Force gathers will not be used directly for targeting, rather to allow commanders to rapidly understand evolving situations.
Boeing on track to deliver fifth, sixth KC-46As to Japan this year: Exec
Published: May 21, 2025 15:56
The Boeing executives also touched on Japan’s ongoing effort to upgrade its fleet of F-15 Eagle interceptors, with Suding telling reporters that systems integration work is ongoing at Boeing’s facilities in St. Louis.
DIU shakes up Blue UAS process, enlisting third-party vendors for compliance checks
Published: May 21, 2025 14:58
“We anticipate that hundreds of companies will apply for verification,” a DIU spokesperson told Breaking Defense.
What air defense lessons can be learned from the India-Pakistan conflict?
Published: May 21, 2025 14:21
Harsh Pant, an Indian defense analyst said, “I do think that India feels that what it has destroyed in Pakistan and the signaling that it has done by reaching out to key targets in Pakistan should create a new level of deterrence.”
‘Behind glide slope’: Navy Reserve chief calls for Congress to step up its KC-130J buy
Published: May 21, 2025 12:16
Vice Adm. Nancy Lacore said only about 40 percent of the C/KC-130J fleet are mission capable on average, numbers she described as “not great.”
Army eyes cancellation of new logistics boat, halting TOW missile buys
Published: May 20, 2025 21:15
Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll said the transformation push is expected to free up $48 billion over the next five years.
Trump: Golden Dome to cost $175 billion, will be led by Space Force’s Guetlein
Published: May 20, 2025 20:31
President Donald Trump said the project to develop a missile defense shield should be “fully operational” before the end of his term, and claimed Canada has asked to join the project.
Building on DoD demos, NOVI plans dual-use imagery constellation
https://breakingdefense.com/2025/05/building-on-dod-demos-novi-plans-dual-use-imagery-constellation/
Published: May 20, 2025 18:35
Both the Air Force Research Laboratory and the Missile Defense Agency are now testing NOVI’s satellite sensor data processing computer and AI-powered software on orbit.
Turkey’s STM debuts multi-role support ship model in Malaysia
https://breakingdefense.com/2025/05/turkeys-stm-debuts-multi-role-support-ship-model-in-malaysia/
Published: May 20, 2025 16:00
STM said the vessel is designed to “support amphibious operations” through armored unit transportation, to deliver logistical support and can be used for search and rescue operations.
Video: The Weekly Break Out Episode 18: An exclusive with Air Force Gen. David Allvin
Published: May 20, 2025 15:37
Air Warfare Reporter Michael Marrow dives into his recent one-on-one with the senior Air Force leader.
Who’s Who in Defense: Kevin Cramer, Chairman, Senate Armed Services (SASC) Subcommittee on Airland
Published: May 20, 2025 14:32
The Airland Subcommittee is responsible for Army, Air Force and National Guard planning and operations policy and programs.
Israel buys $55 million in helo protection systems from Elbit for Apaches, Black Hawks
Published: May 20, 2025 12:09
“As part of the project, IAF helicopters will be equipped with innovative technologies designed to ensure maximum protection in complex combat scenarios, including systems for identifying, disrupting, and neutralizing threats and systems for deflecting…
ODNI looking to reform contracting practices: Gabbard
https://breakingdefense.com/2025/05/odni-looking-to-reform-contracting-practices-gabbard/
Published: May 19, 2025 19:54
DNI Tulsi Gabbard promised to speed the delivery of intelligence products to users including Congress, stressing that intelligence that “come[s] too late, or it’s not providing that complete picture that [the president] needs to be able to make important…
NATO aims to bolster investments in space, intelligence sharing
https://breakingdefense.com/2025/05/nato-aims-to-bolster-investments-in-space-intelligence-sharing/
Published: May 19, 2025 19:00
“[I]ncreased situational awareness in the space domain is absolutely essential for NATO allies,” Maj. Gen. Paul Lynch, deputy assistant secretary general for intelligence on NATO’s military staff, said today.
US and UAE ink agreement formalizing Major Defense Partnership
https://breakingdefense.com/2025/05/us-and-uae-ink-agreement-formalizing-major-defense-partnership/
Published: May 19, 2025 18:29
During Trump’s visit to the Middle East, the UAE secured a modest number of defense deals, though a potential F-35 deal to the Gulf state did not make progress.
EU and UK agree on defense deal, ‘second step’ needed to secure access to $169B in funds
Published: May 19, 2025 17:37
The “United Kingdom and the European Commission should swiftly explore any possibilities for mutually beneficial enhanced cooperation created by the SAFE instrument, once adopted, in accordance with their respective legal frameworks,” states a UK-EU…
EXCLUSIVE: Allvin says Air Force must grow, even at ‘expense’ of other services
Published: May 19, 2025 16:52
In an interview with Breaking Defense, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin argues the Air Force is most apt for an Indo-Pacific fight relative to other services.
Space Force FORGEing ahead with missile warning ground system
https://breakingdefense.com/2025/05/space-force-forgeing-ahead-with-missile-warning-ground-system/
Published: May 19, 2025 14:30
Space Systems Command (SSC) in recent weeks has issued a flurry of contracts for the key hardware and software “thrusts” that make up the FORGE program, following a restructuring in 2023 that broke the effort into more manageable pieces.
Missile Defense Agency takes delivery of first THAAD radar to track hypersonics
Published: May 19, 2025 13:07
The upgraded AN/TPY-2 radar uses a Gallium Nitride semiconductor that allows it a longer range, enabling an interceptor to launch early enough to hit a hypersonic missile before its starts maneuvering, according to the company.
Amid lawmaker concerns, CYBERCOM head says SOCOM-like model is best way forward
Published: May 16, 2025 19:30
Reps. Don Bacon and Richard McCormick shared concerns over the SOCOM-like model in today’s hearing.
Navy to host industry for talks about ‘Future Unmanned Surface Vessel’ program
Published: May 16, 2025 19:06
The industry day will take place in Washington, DC, on June 17.
Army general says deep aviation cuts aren’t set in stone, might ‘walk something back’
Published: May 16, 2025 18:18
“A lot of the reasons that we’re making decisions are because of political change. That’s the reality of our governmental system,” said Maj. Gen. Clair Gill. “And so we might be moving down a path for a couple years, and things change. The world changes.…
Large Language Matchmaker: DIU tests AI to automatically bring innovators, agencies together
Published: May 16, 2025 17:05
The “Digital OnRamp” will use Large Language Models to recommend which companies’ technologies might meet a given DoD organization’s needs.
RTX deepens footprint in UAE with gallium project and counter-drone facility
Published: May 16, 2025 16:08
The American company said gallium has “applications across many different sectors … [for] the defense industry, the supply of gallium is critical as it is a key component of defense products including advanced radars.”
DoD working on cyber ‘warfighter scorecards’ for COCOMs’ weapons systems
Published: May 16, 2025 14:35
The move comes as the department is pushing to bolster its cybersecurity for weapons systems in other areas, such as establishing zero trust for weapons systems by 2035.
Lawmakers fret over rumor of White House cuts to NRO commercial imagery budget
Published: May 16, 2025 12:55
During a HASC strategic forces subcommittee meeting Wednesday, Ranking Member Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Mass., expressed concern that OMB has “slashed” NRO’s budget for acquiring commercial imagery.
Army may halve planned HADES buy from 12 to 6 new spy planes
Published: May 15, 2025 20:49
“This is very early in the process. My guidance, to my staff, is nobody really overreact to this global transformation. We must transform,” said ISR Task Force Director Andrew Evans.
Space Force testing space-based sensors to track airborne targets
Published: May 15, 2025 20:08
Space-based capabilities could put current aerial tracking platforms in question, but top military brass have argued for options “from whatever domain or platform or system that comes [in].”
Trump wants a twin-engined F-35. Experts say it’s ‘not feasible.’
Published: May 15, 2025 19:01
“We’re going to do an F-55,” President Donald Trump announced today in Doha. “That’ll be two engines and a super upgrade on the F-35.”
The F-35’s future: The world’s most advanced stealth fighter and what comes next [Video]
Published: May 15, 2025 18:06
Breaking Defense kicks off a new video series focused on the past, present and, most importantly, future of the F-35.
Army Vice Chief: Fate of ITEP depends on service’s share of FY26 budget request
Published: May 15, 2025 17:55
“Just like the Black Hawk, the Apache is going to be around for a while. Is it going to need an improved engine or can we just continue to modify the one that it has?” said Vice Chief of Staff Gen. James Mingus.
How will the Army train the next generation of helicopter pilots?
Published: May 15, 2025 17:41
[Sponsored] The Army is looking for improved pilot training in its innovative Flight School Next initiative. The Navy advanced its rotary wing training with the TH-73, which may provide a proven roadmap.
Iran’s air defenses around nuclear site more ‘brittle’ than expected: Exclusive analysis
Published: May 15, 2025 17:30
An analysis from the James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies, provided to Breaking Defense, shows Iran’s air defense radars are likely less networked than had been believed, creating potential vulnerabilities.
Marines ‘committed’ to JLTV despite Army divestment, expected price increase: Service chief
Published: May 15, 2025 16:46
Rep. Betty McCollum said she was “dismayed” to find out the Army did not consult with the Marine Corps prior to making its decision.
US policymakers beware: Egypt’s relationship with China is preparing for takeoff
Published: May 15, 2025 15:35
FDD’s Mariam Wahba and Ryan Brobst argue in this op-ed that the US should rethink its relationship with Cairo amid Beijing’s inroads.
Army eyeing ISR portfolio pivot, plans tests for 1,000-mile range launched effect
Published: May 15, 2025 14:31
One Army official acknowledged that the future High Accuracy Detection and Exploitation System (HADES) might go through a program change.
Reasons why anti-submarine warfare in the Pacific should be distributed and autonomous
Published: May 15, 2025 13:46
[Sponsored] With new-but-proven technologies, the Navy can maintain its undersea dominance even as the strategic landscape grows more complex.
As Peru seeks new fighter jets, global firms jockey for position
https://breakingdefense.com/2025/05/as-peru-seeks-new-fighter-jets-global-firms-jockey-for-position/
Published: May 15, 2025 13:33
American, South Korean, French and Swedish plane-makers all appear to be courting Lima, while political instability complicates matters further.
Trump says Qatar to buy THAAD defenses, Pegasus refuelers among $42B investment
Published: May 15, 2025 12:38
The American president also said that “Qatar will also be investing $10 billion to support this massive base [Al Udeid] in the coming years. There is no place like it they say.”