Daily News Roundup

Attack on Turkish defense firm clears the halls of local arms fair

Turkish government and industry officials were rushed out of Saha Expo in Istanbul, an arms fair representing Turkey's growing weapons industry.

Donated Aussie Abrams tanks to receive baptism of fire in Ukraine

Australia never utilized its M1A1 Abrams in combat, but they will soon be used in anger against Russian invaders in Ukraine.

Pentagon chief Austin confirms North Korea has sent troops to Russia

“What exactly they are doing? Left to be seen. These are things that we need to sort out,” Lloyd Austin was quoted as saying.

Norway to develop new NASAMS radar with Raytheon and Kongsberg

The next-generation sensor will be based on the Raytheon GhostEye family of radars, with one of the key upgrades focused on increased range.

Pentagon OKs first batch of private capital funds for loan program

The effort aims to drive private capital funding to companies advancing key DOD technologies like artificial intelligence and microelectronics.

Germany, UK to sign pact on long-range weapons, sweeping defense ties

The agreement amounts to a comprehensive reboot of defense ties between London and Berlin that had lacked structure since Britain left the European Union.

Space Force needs plan, funding to counter China’s rapid space growth

For the Space Force, countering China’s advancements in space is a mission in and of itself, according to the service's top intelligence official.

Lockheed feels financial pinch from F-35 upgrade, contract delays

Lockheed Martin expects to deliver dozens more jets than usual starting in 2025 as it works through a backlog.

Australia announces $4.7 billion purchase of US air defense missiles

The deal checks off a top priority in Australia's 2024 defense strategy, published this spring.

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy sees some allies warm to NATO membership bid

Zelenskyy said France, Britain and Italy have shown signs of support, while Germany has reservations that only Washington could help overcome.

Polish government eyes Chinook buy as heavy-lift military workhorse

The country's defense minister singled out the Boeing-made aircraft as a candidate, but he gave no details about the impending acquisition program.

Pentagon chief unveils $400 million in Ukraine aid during Kyiv visit

This is the second such package within a week, as Ukraine's defensive lines wear in the east.

Ukraine should lift export ban on reconnaissance drones, vendor says

Officials in Kyiv are studying options for allowing Ukrainian arms makers to export weapons as long as the needs of local forces are met first.

Russia flaunts doomsday weapons to curb Western support for Ukraine

This year has seen President Vladimir Putin repeatedly brandish the nuclear sword.

Opinion

Future of US defense depends on culture shift prioritizing innovation

Congress and DOD must recalibrate their defense technology acquisition approach, senior members of the House Armed Services Committee argue in this op-ed.

Taiwan taps satellite hookups to help down invading drones

"This will help prevent systemic collapse of the core communication network in potential future conflicts,” said the CEO of Tron Future.