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Israeli strikes kill 11 people in Gaza City, medics say

Women and children were among those killed when Israeli aircraft struck at least four residential buildings in several areas.

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TL;DR: Women and children were among those killed when Israeli aircraft struck at least four residential buildings in several areas.
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Rheinmetall sells struggling auto division to focus on defense

The unit will be sold to Aequita for a provisional €350 million, subject to potential adjustment when the deal closes, expected in the fourth quarter.

More:   Jun 4, 2026, 11:01 AM A cyclist rides past the office of German defense company and automotive supplier Rheinmetall in Düsseldorf, western Germany. Rheinmetall, whose business has boomed since the start of the Ukraine war as Europe boosts defense spending, has been seeking a buyer for its Power Systems division since last year and classified it as a discontinued operation in…
TL;DR: The unit will be sold to Aequita for a provisional €350 million, subject to potential adjustment when the deal closes, expected in the fourth quarter.
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Ukraine accused of killing four in occupied Crimea

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TL;DR: At least 10 people have been injured in the attacks, according to Russian-backed officials.
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Robodogs and Black Hawks - How one Mexican city is preparing for the World Cup

BBC’s Will Grant got a first-hand look at security preparations in Monterrey, as the city gets ready to host four matches.

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TL;DR: BBC’s Will Grant got a first-hand look at security preparations in Monterrey, as the city gets ready to host four matches.
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China bans four New Zealand MPs over Taiwan visit

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TL;DR: Upon their return from Taiwan last month, the lawmakers were told that China had banned them for a year.
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Watch: New footage shows moment Iranian drone struck Kuwait airport

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TL;DR: One person was killed and more than 60 injured in the Iranian drone strike on Wednesday.
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Germany blames Russia for 'bitter defeat' in UN Security Council bid

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TL;DR: Johann Wadephul said it was "no secret" Russia had stirred up sentiment against Germany over its support for Ukraine.
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Now Is the Time to Boost CCA Investment

The Air Force wants about $1 billion to move Collaborative Combat Aircraft into production in fiscal 2027 and accelerate the introduction of this game-changing technology. Congress should support that objective. The post Now Is the Time to Boost CCA Investment appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: Now Is the Time to Boost CCA Investment. Congress should support that objective. The post Now Is the Time to Boost CCA Investment appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
TL;DR: The Air Force wants about $1 billion to move Collaborative Combat Aircraft into production in fiscal 2027 and accelerate the introduction of this game-changing technology.
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US Reduces Forces Committed to NATO, Tells Allies to Step Up Air and Naval Power

The U.S. is reducing the number of forces it is prepared to commit to NATO in a crisis, U.S. European Command said in a June 3 announcement. The changes, which were previewed to alliance members last month by a senior Pentagon official, appear to include a decrease in the number of combat aircraft, air-to-air refueling, and Navy vessels. The post US Reduces Forces Committed to NATO, Tells Allies to Step Up Air and Naval Power appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: US Reduces Forces Committed to NATO, Tells Allies to Step Up Air and Naval Power. is reducing the number of forces it is prepared to commit to NATO in a crisis, U.S. The changes, which were previewed to alliance members last month by a senior Pentagon official, appear to include a decrease in the number of combat aircraft, air-to-air refueling, and Navy vessels.
TL;DR: The post US Reduces Forces Committed to NATO, Tells Allies to Step Up Air and Naval Power appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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GE, Rolls-Royce Get Contracts to Advance Autonomous Drone Engine Designs

The Air Force has awarded contracts to General Electric Aerospace and Rolls-Royce to further hone their designs for engines that would power medium-thrust autonomous drones. The post GE, Rolls-Royce Get Contracts to Advance Autonomous Drone Engine Designs appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: The Air Force has awarded contracts to General Electric Aerospace and Rolls-Royce to further hone their designs for engines that would power medium-thrust autonomous drones. The post GE, Rolls-Royce Get Contracts to Advance Autonomous Drone Engine Designs appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
TL;DR: The Air Force has awarded contracts to General Electric Aerospace and Rolls-Royce to further hone their designs for engines that would power medium-thrust autonomous drones.
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Why Canadians can now get cheaper generic Ozempic - and Americans can't

Canada is the first G7 country to approve the lower cost weight-loss drugs, which are rolling out in pharmacies this month.

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TL;DR: Canada is the first G7 country to approve the lower cost weight-loss drugs, which are rolling out in pharmacies this month.
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US House votes to halt Iran war, in rebuke to Trump

In the 215-208 vote, four Republicans joined Democrats to pass the measure, which had failed in three previous attempts.

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TL;DR: In the 215-208 vote, four Republicans joined Democrats to pass the measure, which had failed in three previous attempts.
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Grab what you can while you can: The new reality in the South China Sea

After years of watching China create land to back its expansive claims, others are doing the same.

More: Grab what you can while you can: The new reality in the South China Sea. After years of watching China create land to back its expansive claims, others are doing the same.
TL;DR: After years of watching China create land to back its expansive claims, others are doing the same.
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Air Force’s Seeks New Gearboxes for CV-22 in ’27 Budget

The Air Force plans to spend $213 million on its fleet of CV-22s in fiscal 2027, part of a larger $1.12 billion investment across the Pentagon on a suite of improvements for the Osprey. The post Air Force’s Seeks New Gearboxes for CV-22 in ’27 Budget appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: Air Force’s Seeks New Gearboxes for CV-22 in ’27 Budget. The Air Force plans to spend $213 million on its fleet of CV-22s in fiscal 2027, part of a larger $1.12 billion investment across the Pentagon on a suite of improvements for the Osprey. The post Air Force’s Seeks New Gearboxes for CV-22 in ’27 Budget appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
TL;DR: The post Air Force’s Seeks New Gearboxes for CV-22 in ’27 Budget appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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Experts warn terrorism threat is rising in Africa as US pulls back

A jihadist front is gaining ground across Africa, the Center for Strategic and International Studies warned in its annual risk analysis.

More:   Jun 3, 2026, 08:31 PM In this Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011 file photo, al-Shabab fighters march with their weapons during military exercises on the outskirts of Mogadishu, Somalia. “Given the increasing pace of technological change, the future of how terrorists and counterterrorists will act against each other is increasingly unclear.”
TL;DR: A jihadist front is gaining ground across Africa, the Center for Strategic and International Studies warned in its annual risk analysis.
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'Crazy' phone call between Trump and Netanyahu complicates Iran talks

Israel's PM laughed off reports of friction, but he has tested the patience of other US presidents.

More: 'Crazy' phone call between Trump and Netanyahu complicates Iran talks. Israel's PM laughed off reports of friction, but he has tested the patience of other US presidents.
TL;DR: Israel's PM laughed off reports of friction, but he has tested the patience of other US presidents.
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New Push for Separate ‘Cyber Force’ Builds, but Questions Remain

The idea to establish a new military service dedicated to cyber warfare reared its head again this week thanks to a proposal in Congress and a think tank report. But essential questions about how a so-called “Cyber Force” would be manned and work with the other services remain. The post New Push for Separate ‘Cyber Force’ Builds, but Questions Remain appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: New Push for Separate ‘Cyber Force’ Builds, but Questions Remain. The idea to establish a new military service dedicated to cyber warfare reared its head again this week thanks to a proposal in Congress and a think tank report. But essential questions about how a so-called “Cyber Force” would be manned and work with the other services remain.
TL;DR: The post New Push for Separate ‘Cyber Force’ Builds, but Questions Remain appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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Air Force awards GE, Rolls-Royce for ‘medium thrust’ drone engines

The two engine makers will advance designs to power medium thrust class drones, an Air Force spokesperson told Breaking Defense.

More: WASHINGTON — The Air Force has picked GE Aerospace and Rolls-Royce to advance engine designs that could power future drones and potentially other aircraft, according to a service spokesperson.
TL;DR: The two engine makers will advance designs to power medium thrust class drones, an Air Force spokesperson told Breaking Defense.
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Marine Corps’ Harrier completes final flight following SOUTHCOM deployment

The Marine Corps is moving through its Tactical Aircraft Transition Plan as it plans to fully adopt fifth-generation aircraft across the entire fleet. 

More: WASHINGTON — The Marine Corps’ AV-8B Harrier II completed its final flight today at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point in North Carolina as part of a sundown ceremony for the ground attack jet — concluding more than 40 years in service for the aircraft.
TL;DR: The Marine Corps is moving through its Tactical Aircraft Transition Plan as it plans to fully adopt fifth-generation aircraft across the entire fleet. 
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Israeli strikes kill nine in Lebanon as Hezbollah fires rockets over border

The incidents strain a partial ceasefire agreed by Israel and the Lebanese armed group on Monday.

More: Israeli strikes kill nine in Lebanon as Hezbollah fires rockets over border. The incidents strain a partial ceasefire agreed by Israel and the Lebanese armed group on Monday.
TL;DR: The incidents strain a partial ceasefire agreed by Israel and the Lebanese armed group on Monday.
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The biggest industry, training hurdles for making drone wingman a reality

In our final video looking at manned-unmanned teaming, we consider likely changes ahead for defense manufacturers as the US increasingly partners with drones in combat.

More: In this final edition of our series looking at the past, present and future of manned-unmanned teaming, we review how American defense firms and military trainers are evolving their methods and procedures to accommodate a world where drones are increasingly incorporated into multi-domain operations.
TL;DR: In our final video looking at manned-unmanned teaming, we consider likely changes ahead for defense manufacturers as the US increasingly partners with drones in combat.
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Anduril teams with Elbit America for Army’s self-propelled howitzer competition 

Anduril joins the US subsidiary of Israeli company Elbit along with OshKosh Defense for the team’s offering for the highly anticipated competition.

More: WASHINGTON — Anduril has joined the Elbit America team to provide the Sigma mobile tactical cannon for the Army’s self-propelled howitzer modernization program, the companies announced in a joint statement.
TL;DR: Anduril joins the US subsidiary of Israeli company Elbit along with OshKosh Defense for the team’s offering for the highly anticipated competition.
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New Large Chinese Submarine With Very Unique Feature Just Caught On Satellite Imagery

The nuclear fast attack-sized mystery submarine could be China's answer to a high-speed interceptor boat. The post New Large Chinese Submarine With Very Unique Feature Just Caught On Satellite Imagery appeared first on The War Zone .

More: New Large Chinese Submarine With Very Unique Feature Just Caught On Satellite Imagery. The nuclear fast attack-sized mystery submarine could be China's answer to a high-speed interceptor boat. The post New Large Chinese Submarine With Very Unique Feature Just Caught On Satellite Imagery appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The nuclear fast attack-sized mystery submarine could be China's answer to a high-speed interceptor boat.
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US tells Europe, Canada to boost NATO air and naval forces

“Nations just need to assign the capabilities they have to NATO,” a spokesman for the alliance's military headquarters said.

More:   Jun 3, 2026, 03:55 PM Members of the Polish Air Force watch the arrival of one of three Lockheed Martin F-35A "Husarz" fighter jets at the 32nd Air Base in Lask, Poland, on May 22, 2026. Air Force General Alexus Grynkewich, NATO’s top commander and the head of U.S. plans to cut first and where it expects allies to step in.
TL;DR: “Nations just need to assign the capabilities they have to NATO,” a spokesman for the alliance's military headquarters said.
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Four sentenced to death for attacking Catholic church in Nigeria

A fifth man was discharged and acquitted by the court due to insufficient evidence against him.

More: Four sentenced to death for attacking Catholic church in Nigeria. A fifth man was discharged and acquitted by the court due to insufficient evidence against him.
TL;DR: A fifth man was discharged and acquitted by the court due to insufficient evidence against him.
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Trump expands Cuba sanctions beyond US companies in major crackdown on foreign enablers

Trump administration rolls out unprecedented secondary sanctions on Cuba targeting foreign firms doing business with military-linked conglomerate GAESA.

More: Bodycam footage fuels backlash after police handcuff dying stabbing victim US ally Kuwait condemns 'brutal and ongoing Iranian attacks' after airport was hit Israeli official says EU sanctions reveal antisemitism hiding behind 'socially acceptable mask' Iranians speak out over possible Trump-regime deal US ally answers Trump's call on Strait of Hormuz: 'Part of a diplomatic ef…
TL;DR: Trump administration rolls out unprecedented secondary sanctions on Cuba targeting foreign firms doing business with military-linked conglomerate GAESA.
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Lockheed’s GRIZZLY C-UAS system downs attack drone in live-fire demo

The live-fire demonstration paired the radars, Sanctum software and launcher to destroy the target at Yuma Proving Ground, Arizona.

More: Lockheed’s GRIZZLY C-UAS system downs attack drone in live-fire demo. The live-fire demonstration paired the radars, Sanctum software and launcher to destroy the target at Yuma Proving Ground, Arizona.
TL;DR: The live-fire demonstration paired the radars, Sanctum software and launcher to destroy the target at Yuma Proving Ground, Arizona.
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Ex-UK political aide and Biden cabinet secretary lead California governor primary vote count

Another Democrat, billionaire climate activist Tom Steyer, is in third place as the tally continues.

More: Ex-UK political aide and Biden cabinet secretary lead California governor primary vote count. Another Democrat, billionaire climate activist Tom Steyer, is in third place as the tally continues.
TL;DR: Another Democrat, billionaire climate activist Tom Steyer, is in third place as the tally continues.
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Gulf tensions escalate as Iran hits Kuwait, US strikes near Hormuz

CENTCOM said it had carried out a new round of defensive strikes in southern Iran, while an Iranian drone attack on the Kuwait airport killed one person.

More:   Jun 3, 2026, 03:09 PM Smoke billows from southern Lebanon following Israeli strikes, as seen from Nabatieh, Lebanon, on June 2, 2026. (Reuters) Gulf hostilities flared again on Wednesday as Iranian attacks on Kuwait damaged its airport and injured dozens while the U.S.
TL;DR: CENTCOM said it had carried out a new round of defensive strikes in southern Iran, while an Iranian drone attack on the Kuwait airport killed one person.
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Bodycam footage fuels backlash after police handcuff dying stabbing victim

Bodycam footage shows English police handcuffing 18-year-old Henry Nowak after he said he was stabbed and could not breathe moments before dying.

More: US ally Kuwait condemns 'brutal and ongoing Iranian attacks' after airport was hit Israeli official says EU sanctions reveal antisemitism hiding behind 'socially acceptable mask' Iranians speak out over possible Trump-regime deal US ally answers Trump's call on Strait of Hormuz: 'Part of a diplomatic effort' Israel's military eliminates Hamas terrorist who helped abduct Americ…
TL;DR: Bodycam footage shows English police handcuffing 18-year-old Henry Nowak after he said he was stabbed and could not breathe moments before dying.
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The US is delaying weapon sales to allies. Will there be long-term impact?

A number of factors may “lead even long-standing allies and partners to question whether or not it’s wise to continue to depend on the United States for essential defense articles and services,” one analyst said.

More: WASHINGTON — In recent weeks, a number of allies and partners have been told their expected weapons deliveries from the United States are being slowed down as the US prioritizes its own coffers, sending shockwaves through defense communities in Europe and Asia that have come to rely on US weapons.
TL;DR: A number of factors may “lead even long-standing allies and partners to question whether or not it’s wise to continue to depend on the United States for essential defense articles and services,” one analyst said.
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He was a reality show villain. Can he be the mayor of one of America's largest cities?

Republican Spencer Pratt, known for his TV role on The Hills, appears to be in a tight race with two Democrats in Los Angeles.

More: He was a reality show villain. Can he be the mayor of one of America's largest cities?. Republican Spencer Pratt, known for his TV role on The Hills, appears to be in a tight race with two Democrats in Los Angeles.
TL;DR: Republican Spencer Pratt, known for his TV role on The Hills, appears to be in a tight race with two Democrats in Los Angeles.
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The Hidden History of America’s Harrier Jump Jets

The Harrier story is a transatlantic saga of improvisation, ambition, and unlikely partnership, which helped shape the F-35B. The post The Hidden History of America’s Harrier Jump Jets appeared first on The War Zone .

More: The Hidden History of America’s Harrier Jump Jets. The Harrier story is a transatlantic saga of improvisation, ambition, and unlikely partnership, which helped shape the F-35B. The post The Hidden History of America’s Harrier Jump Jets appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The Harrier story is a transatlantic saga of improvisation, ambition, and unlikely partnership, which helped shape the F-35B.
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Russia’s Baltic Fleet Successfully Attacked By Ukrainian Drones

Once considered a sanctuary for Russian naval power, the Baltic Fleet is now in the crosshairs of Ukraine’s expanding long-range strike campaign. The post Russia’s Baltic Fleet Successfully Attacked By Ukrainian Drones appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Once considered a sanctuary for Russian naval power, the Baltic Fleet is now in the crosshairs of Ukraine’s expanding long-range strike campaign. The post Russia’s Baltic Fleet Successfully Attacked By Ukrainian Drones appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: Once considered a sanctuary for Russian naval power, the Baltic Fleet is now in the crosshairs of Ukraine’s expanding long-range strike campaign.
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The end of Trump's 'weaponisation' fund is another sign Republicans are fighting back

The $1.8bn fund would have paid people the Trump administration decided were unjustly and politically targeted.

More: The end of Trump's 'weaponisation' fund is another sign Republicans are fighting back. The $1.8bn fund would have paid people the Trump administration decided were unjustly and politically targeted.
TL;DR: The $1.8bn fund would have paid people the Trump administration decided were unjustly and politically targeted.
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Ukrainian drones hit St Petersburg as Putin's flagship economic forum opens

Several long-range drones struck oil storage facilities near the city, days before Vladimir Putin is due to address the event.

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TL;DR: Several long-range drones struck oil storage facilities near the city, days before Vladimir Putin is due to address the event.
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At a NATO range in Latvia, hits and misses mark Europe’s counter-drone journey

Drone technology is “a couple of steps ahead” of countermeasures, one officer said, with interceptors having to work every time to prevent losses.

More: At a NATO range in Latvia, hits and misses mark Europe’s counter-drone journey. Drone technology is “a couple of steps ahead” of countermeasures, one officer said, with interceptors having to work every time to prevent losses.
TL;DR: Drone technology is “a couple of steps ahead” of countermeasures, one officer said, with interceptors having to work every time to prevent losses.
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Martin Scorsese gets backlash after endorsing 'creatively freeing' AI

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TL;DR: AI can help directors "move faster without sacrificing quality or craft" in pre-production, he says.
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A Cyber Force budget would require at least $10 billion, new commission report says

WASHINGTON — A possible new uniformed service focused solely on cyberspace operations would require an initial budget of at least $10 billion, according to a new report.

More: There has been a growing chorus in recent years calling for an independent cyber force to remedy readiness shortfalls with the underlying cyber personnel in the military and inconsistencies across each of those services.
TL;DR: The Commission on US Cyber Force Generation released its report outlining what a new military service could look like.
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Marines’ AV-8 Harrier Jump Jet Takes Its Final Bow

The Harrier Sundown ceremony marked the end of more than 50 years of Marine Corps jump-jet operations. The post Marines’ AV-8 Harrier Jump Jet Takes Its Final Bow appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Marines’ AV-8 Harrier Jump Jet Takes Its Final Bow. The Harrier Sundown ceremony marked the end of more than 50 years of Marine Corps jump-jet operations. The post Marines’ AV-8 Harrier Jump Jet Takes Its Final Bow appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The Harrier Sundown ceremony marked the end of more than 50 years of Marine Corps jump-jet operations.
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US ally Kuwait condemns 'brutal and ongoing Iranian attacks' after airport was hit

Kuwait has condemned "the brutal and ongoing Iranian attacks using ballistic missiles and drones," saying that the Kuwait International Airport had been targeted.

More: Israeli official says EU sanctions reveal antisemitism hiding behind 'socially acceptable mask' Iranians speak out over possible Trump-regime deal US ally answers Trump's call on Strait of Hormuz: 'Part of a diplomatic effort' Israel's military eliminates Hamas terrorist who helped abduct American-Israeli hostage, 3 others Hidden tunnel discovered in Tijuana may have supported…
TL;DR: Kuwait has condemned "the brutal and ongoing Iranian attacks using ballistic missiles and drones," saying that the Kuwait International Airport had been targeted.
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Israeli official says EU sanctions reveal antisemitism hiding behind 'socially acceptable mask'

Israel's Deputy Foreign Minister accuses the EU of disguising antisemitism as anti-Zionism after sanctions hit Israeli civil society organizations.

More: Iranians speak out over possible Trump-regime deal US ally answers Trump's call on Strait of Hormuz: 'Part of a diplomatic effort' Israel's military eliminates Hamas terrorist who helped abduct American-Israeli hostage, 3 others Hidden tunnel discovered in Tijuana may have supported cross-border trafficking operations Anti-cartel candidate 'The Tiger' channels Trump and Bukele…
TL;DR: Israel's Deputy Foreign Minister accuses the EU of disguising antisemitism as anti-Zionism after sanctions hit Israeli civil society organizations.
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Seven killed in drone attack on bus in Russia-controlled part of Ukraine

The bus was travelling between Moscow and Simferopol, in Russian-occupied Crimea, an official says.

More: Seven killed in drone attack on bus in Russia-controlled part of Ukraine. The bus was travelling between Moscow and Simferopol, in Russian-occupied Crimea, an official says.
TL;DR: The bus was travelling between Moscow and Simferopol, in Russian-occupied Crimea, an official says.
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Iran Fires Missiles, Drones After US Strikes Blockade-Busting Ship in Latest Flare-Up

The U.S. and Iran exchanged fire June 2 in an intense back-and-forth, marking the fifth exchange in just over a week that between the two nations. The post Iran Fires Missiles, Drones After US Strikes Blockade-Busting Ship in Latest Flare-Up appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: Iran Fires Missiles, Drones After US Strikes Blockade-Busting Ship in Latest Flare-Up. and Iran exchanged fire June 2 in an intense back-and-forth, marking the fifth exchange in just over a week that between the two nations. The post Iran Fires Missiles, Drones After US Strikes Blockade-Busting Ship in Latest Flare-Up appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
TL;DR: and Iran exchanged fire June 2 in an intense back-and-forth, marking the fifth exchange in just over a week that between the two nations.
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Canada formally requests 16-year renewal of North American free trade pact

In a letter to his North American counterparts, US-Canada Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc said the three countries should renew the USMCA trade deal.

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TL;DR: In a letter to his North American counterparts, US-Canada Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc said the three countries should renew the USMCA trade deal.
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Watch: Man attacked by bear at steel works in Japan

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TL;DR: The bear, which injured four people in the attack on Tuesday, remains on the loose within the factory compound.
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Blue Origin Rocket Explosion the Largest Ever at Cape Canaveral: Commander

The May 28 explosion of a Blue Origin rocket at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Fla., is the largest the installation has seen in its history, according to the commander of the range. Despite the unprecedented nature of the anomaly, the base’s safety precautions before and after the incident helped contain its impact on personnel and on the broader installation. The post Blue Origin Rocket Explosion the Largest Ever at Cape Canaveral: Commander appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: Blue Origin Rocket Explosion the Largest Ever at Cape Canaveral: Commander. The May 28 explosion of a Blue Origin rocket at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Fla., is the largest the installation has seen in its history, according to the commander of the range.
TL;DR: The post Blue Origin Rocket Explosion the Largest Ever at Cape Canaveral: Commander appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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The US military wants to showcase battle-ready laser weapons by 2028

A directed energy demonstration is expected to occur during the summer of 2028, as part of a series of planned Golden Dome-related events.

More: military is pushing to demonstrate high-energy laser weapons engineered for fielding at scale in the next two years, according to the U.S. Defense Department’s top science and technology official. “We now have a suite of directed energy products that go from low-end to high-end, and now we have to scale production of those,” Michael said .
TL;DR: A directed energy demonstration is expected to occur during the summer of 2028, as part of a series of planned Golden Dome-related events.
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Sailors stressed and exhausted after months trapped by Strait of Hormuz blockade

The uncertainty has weighed heavily on the 20,000 seafarers trapped in the Iran war zone.

More: Sailors stressed and exhausted after months trapped by Strait of Hormuz blockade. The uncertainty has weighed heavily on the 20,000 seafarers trapped in the Iran war zone.
TL;DR: The uncertainty has weighed heavily on the 20,000 seafarers trapped in the Iran war zone.
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Putin remains uncompromising on Ukraine, but is public discourse on war changing in Russia?

Russia is intensifying attacks in Ukraine but more than four years of war are causing concern even among Putin loyalists.

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TL;DR: Russia is intensifying attacks in Ukraine but more than four years of war are causing concern even among Putin loyalists.
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As Fighter Fleet Shrinks Below Legal Minimum, Pfluger Sounds Alarm

The Air Force’s primary fighter fleet has dipped below the minimum size required by law, a milestone that should serve as a “call to action” to reinvest in airpower, an Air Force veteran congressman said June 2.  The post As Fighter Fleet Shrinks Below Legal Minimum, Pfluger Sounds Alarm appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: Air Force Hero Bob Lodge May Finally Get Medal of Honor with New Proposed Legislation June 2, 2026 Rep. Air Force Lifts Pause on T-38 Flights, Jets to Fly After Inspections May 29, 2026 The Air Force has begun inspecting T-38 Talons as it works to get its fleet of trainer jets back in the air.
TL;DR: The Air Force’s primary fighter fleet has dipped below the minimum size required by law, a milestone that should serve as a “call to action” to reinvest in airpower, an Air Force veteran congressman said June 2.  The post As Fighter Fleet Shrinks Below Legal Minimum, Pfluger Sounds Alarm appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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New York police investigate videos of men emerging from city's sewer system

Authorities warn that entering the sewer system is both illegal and extremely dangerous.

More: New York police investigate videos of men emerging from city's sewer system. Authorities warn that entering the sewer system is both illegal and extremely dangerous.
TL;DR: Authorities warn that entering the sewer system is both illegal and extremely dangerous.
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US says it fired missile at Iran-bound oil tanker

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TL;DR: The US military says the vessel's engine room was hit after the crew "ignored repeated warnings".
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How AI is shaping the future of geospatial intelligence

From AI adoption and explainability to new commercial satellite contracts, Breaking Defense’s latest eBook brings together reporting from GEOINT 2026 on how intelligence leaders are shaping the future of space-based geospatial intelligence.

More: Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the geospatial intelligence landscape, making GEOINT 2026 one of the most consequential gatherings for the intelligence community this year. While Breaking Defense’s everyday focus is on the Defense Department and Ministries of Defense abroad, the annual GEOINT conference offers a unique window into the priorities of the National…
TL;DR: From AI adoption and explainability to new commercial satellite contracts, Breaking Defense’s latest eBook brings together reporting from GEOINT 2026 on how intelligence leaders are shaping the future of space-based geospatial intelligence.
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Trump executive order on AI gives central role to NSA

WASHINGTON — After weeks of delay, the White House issued an intensely anticipated executive order today that creates a new “voluntary framework” for government oversight of cutting-edge AI, with the…

More: WASHINGTON — After weeks of delay, the White House issued an intensely anticipated executive order today that creates a new “voluntary framework” for government oversight of cutting-edge AI, with the National Security Agency playing a central role.
TL;DR: The EO creates a “voluntary framework” for AI developers to give the government early access to their latest tech.
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Air Force Reveals Designation for Next-Gen Bunker Buster, Seeks Sources

The Air Force has dubbed its follow-on to the Massive Ordnance Penetrator the GBU-76/B and is seeking contractors to potentially help design, build, and support the next-generation bunker-busting bomb. The post Air Force Reveals Designation for Next-Gen Bunker Buster, Seeks Sources appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: The Air Force has dubbed its follow-on to the Massive Ordnance Penetrator the GBU-76/B and is seeking contractors to potentially help design, build, and support the next-generation bunker-busting bomb. The post Air Force Reveals Designation for Next-Gen Bunker Buster, Seeks Sources appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
TL;DR: The Air Force has dubbed its follow-on to the Massive Ordnance Penetrator the GBU-76/B and is seeking contractors to potentially help design, build, and support the next-generation bunker-busting bomb.
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Trump taps housing official Bill Pulte to be US spymaster

The head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, who pushed for criminal charges against Trump's foes, will step in as acting Director of National Intelligence.

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TL;DR: The head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, who pushed for criminal charges against Trump's foes, will step in as acting Director of National Intelligence.
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Iran Launches New Attacks On Kuwait, Bahrain

U.S. Central Command says it "conducted self-defense strikes on an Iranian military ground control station on Qeshm Island." The post Iran Launches New Attacks On Kuwait, Bahrain appeared first on The War Zone .

More: forces successfully defeated multiple Iranian ballistic missiles and drones” in attacks launched at allies Kuwait and Bahrain. and Bahrain air defense forces. CENTCOM forces remain vigilant and ready to defend against unwarranted Iranian aggression during the ongoing ceasefire.”
TL;DR: Central Command says it "conducted self-defense strikes on an Iranian military ground control station on Qeshm Island." The post Iran Launches New Attacks On Kuwait, Bahrain appeared first on The War Zone .
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Any Plans For Direct U-28 Draco Special Ops Surveillance Plane Replacement Abandoned

There are signs now that the U.S. special operations community is on track to stop flying dedicated crewed surveillance planes entirely. The post Any Plans For Direct U-28 Draco Special Ops Surveillance Plane Replacement Abandoned appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Any Plans For Direct U-28 Draco Special Ops Surveillance Plane Replacement Abandoned. special operations community is on track to stop flying dedicated crewed surveillance planes entirely. The post Any Plans For Direct U-28 Draco Special Ops Surveillance Plane Replacement Abandoned appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post Any Plans For Direct U-28 Draco Special Ops Surveillance Plane Replacement Abandoned appeared first on The War Zone .
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'Whole of Ukraine is in grief' after attacks, but life in Kyiv goes on

Residents of the capital are shocked to see their neighbourhoods devastated by Russian attacks as they emerge from underground shelters.

More: 'Whole of Ukraine is in grief' after attacks, but life in Kyiv goes on. Residents of the capital are shocked to see their neighbourhoods devastated by Russian attacks as they emerge from underground shelters.
TL;DR: Residents of the capital are shocked to see their neighbourhoods devastated by Russian attacks as they emerge from underground shelters.
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Two arrested after four migrant farm workers killed in Italy minivan fire

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TL;DR: CCTV images showed two people blocking the van's doors from the outside and throwing liquid inside to start a fire.
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AI makes it easy to expose holes in Army’s unified network, official says

New AI capabilities are “lowering the barrier of entry” to exploit vulnerabilities, according to the Army’s chief data officer.

More: AI makes it easy to expose holes in Army’s unified network, official says. New AI capabilities are “lowering the barrier of entry” to exploit vulnerabilities, according to the Army’s chief data officer.
TL;DR: New AI capabilities are “lowering the barrier of entry” to exploit vulnerabilities, according to the Army’s chief data officer.
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How defensive cyber responds to hockey-stick growth of AI-driven threats

[Sponsored] Artificial intelligence is reshaping adversarial cyber operations at machine speed, requiring defenders to increase operational tempo while imposing pain and cost.

More: Artificial intelligence (AI) is enabling faster, more widespread cyber-attacks that can overwhelm defensive systems. Breaking Defense discussed how cyber defense is evolving to protect critical systems with Leidos’ Paul Welch, Senior Vice President, Business Area Lead, Defense Agencies, and Josh Salmanson, Vice President, Defensive Cyber Practice.
TL;DR: [Sponsored] Artificial intelligence is reshaping adversarial cyber operations at machine speed, requiring defenders to increase operational tempo while imposing pain and cost.
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Iranians speak out over possible Trump-regime deal

Iranians inside Iran express fear and frustration that a potential U.S.-Iran deal could leave the Islamic Republic intact despite economic devastation.

More: US ally answers Trump's call on Strait of Hormuz: 'Part of a diplomatic effort' Israel's military eliminates Hamas terrorist who helped abduct American-Israeli hostage, 3 others Hidden tunnel discovered in Tijuana may have supported cross-border trafficking operations Anti-cartel candidate 'The Tiger' channels Trump and Bukele in Colombia election shocker US military attacks I…
TL;DR: Iranians inside Iran express fear and frustration that a potential U.S.-Iran deal could leave the Islamic Republic intact despite economic devastation.
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Rheinmetall locks in wide-ranging $6.6 billion weapons package with Romania

BELFAST — German manufacturer Rheinmetall announced today that it has finalized contracts with Romania worth €5.7 billion ($6.

More: BELFAST — German manufacturer Rheinmetall announced today that it has finalized contracts with Romania worth €5.7 billion ($6.6 billion) covering nearly 300 Lynx combat vehicles, Skyranger air defense systems, medium-caliber ammunition and naval vessels.
TL;DR: Romania is due to become the second Lynx operator on NATO’s eastern flank after Hungary’s 2020 order of 218 vehicles.
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British couple jailed in Iran lose appeal, family says

A British couple jailed on spying charges in Iran have lost an appeal against their convictions, their family has said.

TL;DR: A British couple jailed on spying charges in Iran have lost an appeal against their convictions, their family has said.
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Air Force Hero Bob Lodge May Finally Get Medal of Honor with New Proposed Legislation

Rep. August Pfluger (R-Texas) is introducing legislation to award Maj. Robert “Bob” Alfred Lodge a posthumous Medal of Honor for sacrificing his life May 10, 1972—during the critical bombing campaign in the Vietnam War—to protect fellow members of the 555th Tactical Fighter Squadron The post Air Force Hero Bob Lodge May Finally Get Medal of Honor with New Proposed Legislation appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: Air Force Hero Bob Lodge May Finally Get Medal of Honor with New Proposed Legislation. August Pfluger (R-Texas) is introducing legislation to award Maj. Robert “Bob” Alfred Lodge a posthumous Medal of Honor for sacrificing his life May 10, 1972—during the critical bombing campaign in the Vietnam War—to protect fellow members of the 555th Tactical Fighter Squadron The post Air…
TL;DR: August Pfluger (R-Texas) is introducing legislation to award Maj.
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Israel strikes southern Lebanon but partial truce with Hezbollah appears to hold

Israel continues its campaign in the south, though has not struck Beirut after a deal announced by the US.

More: Israel strikes southern Lebanon but partial truce with Hezbollah appears to hold. Israel continues its campaign in the south, though has not struck Beirut after a deal announced by the US.
TL;DR: Israel continues its campaign in the south, though has not struck Beirut after a deal announced by the US.
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Two people shot dead amid Kenya protests against US Ebola quarantine centre plan

The US plan has sparked public anger and led to demonstrations near the site of the proposed treatment facility.

More: Two people shot dead amid Kenya protests against US Ebola quarantine centre plan. The US plan has sparked public anger and led to demonstrations near the site of the proposed treatment facility.
TL;DR: The US plan has sparked public anger and led to demonstrations near the site of the proposed treatment facility.
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Israel’s defense exports reach record $19 billion in 2025

“[M]issile, rocket, and air defense systems continued to lead in 2025, accounting for over a quarter (29%) of total deal volume,” the Israeli Ministry of Defense announced today.

More: JERUSALEM — Israel’s defense exports increased in 2025 for the third year in a row to reach a record $19.2 billion, the Israeli Ministry of Defense announced today. This announcement comes as Israel has approved its largest-ever defense budget , and Israeli defense giants have announced record backlogs of orders.
TL;DR: “[M]issile, rocket, and air defense systems continued to lead in 2025, accounting for over a quarter (29%) of total deal volume,” the Israeli Ministry of Defense announced today.
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France restricts Israeli presence at Europe’s biggest defense show

The restrictions come amid strained relations between Paris and Jerusalem over Israel’s military operations in Lebanon.

TL;DR: The restrictions come amid strained relations between Paris and Jerusalem over Israel’s military operations in Lebanon.
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British couple lose Iran jail sentence appeal, family says

Lindsay and Craig Foreman were arrested in January 2025 during a global motorbike journey.

More: British couple lose Iran jail sentence appeal, family says. Lindsay and Craig Foreman were arrested in January 2025 during a global motorbike journey.
TL;DR: Lindsay and Craig Foreman were arrested in January 2025 during a global motorbike journey.
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How long will it take to replenish the US military’s munitions stockpiles?

This week on The Break Out, we look at how long it might take to restock thousands of US munitions used against Iran.

TL;DR: This week on The Break Out, we look at how long it might take to restock thousands of US munitions used against Iran.
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Ex-CIA analyst predicted Iran crisis years ago - so why was Trump surprised?

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US, NATO allies to launch scaled-back Baltic Sea drills

Officials say the smaller footprint reflects operational realities rather than waning commitment.

More: US, NATO allies to launch scaled-back Baltic Sea drills. Officials say the smaller footprint reflects operational realities rather than waning commitment.
TL;DR: Officials say the smaller footprint reflects operational realities rather than waning commitment.
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US Navy selects companies for at-sea MUSV prototype testing

The U.S. Navy announced on Friday that it had selected seven companies to compete to secure the service’s Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel contract.

TL;DR: Navy announced on Friday that it had selected seven companies to compete to secure the service’s Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel contract.
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South Africa police investigate killing of two Mozambican men

The deaths come after a day of violent protests against illegal migration in the town of Mossel Bay.

TL;DR: The deaths come after a day of violent protests against illegal migration in the town of Mossel Bay.
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US ally answers Trump's call on Strait of Hormuz: 'Part of a diplomatic effort'

Romania allowed access to military bases for air refueling and defensive activities amid U.S.-Iran tensions, its foreign minister tells Fox News Digital.

More: US ally answers Trump's call on Strait of Hormuz: 'Part of a diplomatic effort'. Romania allowed access to military bases for air refueling and defensive activities amid U.S.-Iran tensions, its foreign minister tells Fox News Digital.
TL;DR: Romania allowed access to military bases for air refueling and defensive activities amid U.S.-Iran tensions, its foreign minister tells Fox News Digital.
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Israel's military eliminates Hamas terrorist who helped abduct American-Israeli hostage, 3 others

The IDF announced it killed a Hamas Nukhba terrorist who participated in the abduction of hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin during the Oct. 7 attack.

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TL;DR: The IDF announced it killed a Hamas Nukhba terrorist who participated in the abduction of hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin during the Oct.
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Two dead in Kenya after protests against US planned Ebola quarantine zone

Two people have died in Kenya during protests against a US-proposed quarantine facility for Ebola patients, according to the organiser.

TL;DR: Two people have died in Kenya during protests against a US-proposed quarantine facility for Ebola patients, according to the organiser.
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Are Ukrainian Mirage 2000s Now Flying Air-To-Ground Strike Missions?

A low-level run followed by a steep climb hints at a ground-attack mission as part of the Mirage’s expanding combat repertoire. The post Are Ukrainian Mirage 2000s Now Flying Air-To-Ground Strike Missions? appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Are Ukrainian Mirage 2000s Now Flying Air-To-Ground Strike Missions?. The post Are Ukrainian Mirage 2000s Now Flying Air-To-Ground Strike Missions? appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: A low-level run followed by a steep climb hints at a ground-attack mission as part of the Mirage’s expanding combat repertoire.
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Next Generation Penetrator Bomb Slated To Replace MOP Has Been Designated GBU-76

The official designation comes as the Air Force plans to field the GBU-76 take shape. The post Next Generation Penetrator Bomb Slated To Replace MOP Has Been Designated GBU-76 appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Next Generation Penetrator Bomb Slated To Replace MOP Has Been Designated GBU-76. The official designation comes as the Air Force plans to field the GBU-76 take shape. The post Next Generation Penetrator Bomb Slated To Replace MOP Has Been Designated GBU-76 appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The official designation comes as the Air Force plans to field the GBU-76 take shape.
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How integrated modeling and simulation accelerates Europe’s defensive edge

[Sponsored] Lockheed Martin’s ACES platform delivers a shared virtual battlespace that strengthens readiness, interoperability, and faster decision-making through advanced, integrated modeling and simulation capabilities designed for evolving global threats.

TL;DR: [Sponsored] Lockheed Martin’s ACES platform delivers a shared virtual battlespace that strengthens readiness, interoperability, and faster decision-making through advanced, integrated modeling and simulation capabilities designed for evolving global threats.
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Man accused of plotting 20 Iran-linked terror attacks in Europe and Canada appears in court

An Iraqi man has been accused of plotting at least 18 terror attacks across Europe, according to charges filed by the US Department of Justice (DOJ).

TL;DR: An Iraqi man has been accused of plotting at least 18 terror attacks across Europe, according to charges filed by the US Department of Justice (DOJ).
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Sabrina Carpenter gets restraining order against man who showed up at her home

The singer reported a series of "deeply alarming" incidents at her house to Los Angeles police.

More: Sabrina Carpenter gets restraining order against man who showed up at her home. The singer reported a series of "deeply alarming" incidents at her house to Los Angeles police.
TL;DR: The singer reported a series of "deeply alarming" incidents at her house to Los Angeles police.
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NATO in Hormuz is not mission creep

"For much of the last three decades, NATO has operated on the assumption that allied security cannot be defined solely by geography."

TL;DR: "For much of the last three decades, NATO has operated on the assumption that allied security cannot be defined solely by geography."
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Border, peace, democracy: Myanmar president's India visit is closely watched

Myanmar is seeking to broaden diplomatic engagement after years of international criticism and isolation.

More: Border, peace, democracy: Myanmar president's India visit is closely watched. Myanmar is seeking to broaden diplomatic engagement after years of international criticism and isolation.
TL;DR: Myanmar is seeking to broaden diplomatic engagement after years of international criticism and isolation.
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Six people killed in Iowa domestic dispute, police say

The suspected shooter was found dead near a bridge with a self-inflicted gunshot wound, authorities say.

TL;DR: The suspected shooter was found dead near a bridge with a self-inflicted gunshot wound, authorities say.
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Australian ex-minister launches crowd-funded inquiry into Aukus submarine deal

Inquiry will look at whether Australia will receive the submarines and whether it will make the country safer.

More: Australian ex-minister launches crowd-funded inquiry into Aukus submarine deal. Inquiry will look at whether Australia will receive the submarines and whether it will make the country safer.
TL;DR: Inquiry will look at whether Australia will receive the submarines and whether it will make the country safer.
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Denmark's Mette Frederiksen to form government after months of negotiations

The leader of Denmark's Social Democratic Party is forming a centre-left coalition minority government, giving her a third term as prime minister.

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TL;DR: The leader of Denmark's Social Democratic Party is forming a centre-left coalition minority government, giving her a third term as prime minister.
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Four dead and several injured after massive Russian strikes across Ukraine

Thousands of Kyiv residents ran for shelter following what officials said were ballistic missile strikes on the city centre.

TL;DR: Thousands of Kyiv residents ran for shelter following what officials said were ballistic missile strikes on the city centre.
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Trump administration will abide by ruling halting $1.8bn 'anti-weaponisation' fund

The justice department says it "disagrees strongly" with a court decision to halt the establishment of the fund.

More: Trump administration will abide by ruling halting $1.8bn 'anti-weaponisation' fund. The justice department says it "disagrees strongly" with a court decision to halt the establishment of the fund.
TL;DR: The justice department says it "disagrees strongly" with a court decision to halt the establishment of the fund.
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Pentagon chief sounds ‘alarm’ over China’s buildup, urges allies to boost defense spending

Hegseth urged Asian allies to ramp up military spending to counter China’s growing power.

More: Pentagon chief sounds ‘alarm’ over China’s buildup, urges allies to boost defense spending. Hegseth urged Asian allies to ramp up military spending to counter China’s growing power.
TL;DR: Hegseth urged Asian allies to ramp up military spending to counter China’s growing power.
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One in Five Eligible Airmen Promoted to Master Sergeant in 2026

Nearly 4,500 Airmen are set to promote to master sergeant and join the senior noncommissioned officer corps in 2026, the Air Force Personnel Center announced June 1. The post One in Five Eligible Airmen Promoted to Master Sergeant in 2026 appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: Nearly 4,500 Airmen are set to promote to master sergeant and join the senior noncommissioned officer corps in 2026, the Air Force Personnel Center announced June 1. The post One in Five Eligible Airmen Promoted to Master Sergeant in 2026 appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
TL;DR: Nearly 4,500 Airmen are set to promote to master sergeant and join the senior noncommissioned officer corps in 2026, the Air Force Personnel Center announced June 1.
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Space Force Announces Launch Deal with Blue Origin After Rocket Mishap

The Space Force on May 28 awarded a task order to Blue Origin for its first National Security Space Launch mission—the same day the company’s New Glenn rocket exploded on the launch pad at Cape Canaveral Space Force Base, Fla.  The post Space Force Announces Launch Deal with Blue Origin After Rocket Mishap appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

TL;DR: The Space Force on May 28 awarded a task order to Blue Origin for its first National Security Space Launch mission—the same day the company’s New Glenn rocket exploded on the launch pad at Cape Canaveral Space Force Base, Fla.  The post Space Force Announces Launch Deal with Blue Origin After Rocket Mishap appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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Russian Trucks Get ‘Dazzle’ Paint To Throw Off AI-Enabled Drones

The disruptive paint appears designed to confuse machine-vision targeting systems as autonomous drones become a growing threat. The post Russian Trucks Get ‘Dazzle’ Paint To Throw Off AI-Enabled Drones appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Russian Trucks Get ‘Dazzle’ Paint To Throw Off AI-Enabled Drones. The disruptive paint appears designed to confuse machine-vision targeting systems as autonomous drones become a growing threat. The post Russian Trucks Get ‘Dazzle’ Paint To Throw Off AI-Enabled Drones appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The disruptive paint appears designed to confuse machine-vision targeting systems as autonomous drones become a growing threat.
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Lockheed Opens Scalable Factory to Build Next Generation Interceptor

Lockheed Martin on June 1 opened a new assembly facility in Courtland, Ala., where it will produce a new interceptor meant to protect the U.S. from intercontinental ballistic missiles. The facility will house a digital-centric production line for the Next-Generation Interceptor that company officials say can be expanded and reconfigured based on Pentagon demand. The post Lockheed Opens Scalable Factory to Build Next Generation Interceptor appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: Lockheed Opens Scalable Factory to Build Next Generation Interceptor. The facility will house a digital-centric production line for the Next-Generation Interceptor that company officials say can be expanded and reconfigured based on Pentagon demand. The post Lockheed Opens Scalable Factory to Build Next Generation Interceptor appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
TL;DR: Lockheed Martin on June 1 opened a new assembly facility in Courtland, Ala., where it will produce a new interceptor meant to protect the U.S.
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Eurosatory ban on Israeli officials may hurt smaller firms, but majors still going to show

JERUSALEM — Despite the French government placing new restrictions on Israeli firms and barring government officials from participating in this month’s Eurosatory exhibition, major Israeli firms are…

More: JERUSALEM — Despite the French government placing new restrictions on Israeli firms and barring government officials from participating in this month’s Eurosatory exhibition, major Israeli firms are still planning to present their wares at the exhibition.
TL;DR: Both Elbit Systems and Rafael plan to attend Eurosatory, despite a new ban on Israeli government officials attending.
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Navy unveils the seven companies that will participate in MUSV at-sea-testing

Leidos, HII, and Saronic Technologies are among those selected to advance to the at-sea testing phase.

More: Navy unveils the seven companies that will participate in MUSV at-sea-testing. Leidos, HII, and Saronic Technologies are among those selected to advance to the at-sea testing phase.
TL;DR: Leidos, HII, and Saronic Technologies are among those selected to advance to the at-sea testing phase.
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Is The U.S. Flying MQ-1 Predator Drones Again?

Questions surrounding the loss of an "MQ-1" to Iran highlight the possibilities and pitfalls of sending the Predator back into the fray. The post Is The U.S. Flying MQ-1 Predator Drones Again? appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Flying MQ-1 Predator Drones Again?. Flying MQ-1 Predator Drones Again? appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: Questions surrounding the loss of an "MQ-1" to Iran highlight the possibilities and pitfalls of sending the Predator back into the fray.
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Space Force Wants 5 New Tactical Ops Centers for Electronic Warfare

The Space Force wants to make its electronic warfare capabilities more resilient by building five new tactical EW centers, the need for which was underscored by recent Iranian attacks on USSF infrastructure and assets. The post Space Force Wants 5 New Tactical Ops Centers for Electronic Warfare appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: The post Space Force Wants 5 New Tactical Ops Centers for Electronic Warfare appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
TL;DR: The Space Force wants to make its electronic warfare capabilities more resilient by building five new tactical EW centers, the need for which was underscored by recent Iranian attacks on USSF infrastructure and assets.
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South Korea goes full steam ahead on nuclear-powered submarines

Seoul plans to launch its first boat in the mid-2030s and commission it in “the late 2030s,” the government proclaimed.

More: South Korea goes full steam ahead on nuclear-powered submarines. Seoul plans to launch its first boat in the mid-2030s and commission it in “the late 2030s,” the government proclaimed.
TL;DR: Seoul plans to launch its first boat in the mid-2030s and commission it in “the late 2030s,” the government proclaimed.
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U.S.-Iran Ceasefire On The Brink After Tit-For-Tat Attacks

Adding to the pressure, Iran has renewed threats to also close the Bab Al-Mandab Strait, now an absolutely critical conduit for oil exports. The post U.S.-Iran Ceasefire On The Brink After Tit-For-Tat Attacks appeared first on The War Zone .

More: U.S.-Iran Ceasefire On The Brink After Tit-For-Tat Attacks. Adding to the pressure, Iran has renewed threats to also close the Bab Al-Mandab Strait, now an absolutely critical conduit for oil exports. The post U.S.-Iran Ceasefire On The Brink After Tit-For-Tat Attacks appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: Adding to the pressure, Iran has renewed threats to also close the Bab Al-Mandab Strait, now an absolutely critical conduit for oil exports.
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Iran warns Israeli attacks in Lebanon threaten ceasefire with US

Earlier Israel's PM ordered strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs in response to Hezbollah rocket and drone attacks on northern Israel.

TL;DR: Earlier Israel's PM ordered strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs in response to Hezbollah rocket and drone attacks on northern Israel.
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National security launch schedule not likely impacted by New Glenn disaster

NSSL will be okay because it can still rely on the Falcon 9 workhorse,” said Todd Harrison, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute.

TL;DR: NSSL will be okay because it can still rely on the Falcon 9 workhorse,” said Todd Harrison, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute.
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US military seeks cultural advisors in Somalia amid regional strikes

The U.S. special operations task force in Somalia is looking for contractors to advise troops on Somali politics, culture and tribal dynamics.

TL;DR: special operations task force in Somalia is looking for contractors to advise troops on Somali politics, culture and tribal dynamics.
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Malaysian defense minister publicly slams Norway for cancelled missile sale

“Norway’s action has created more than just a bilateral contract dispute. It raises a deeply troubling question about whether international agreement and strategic partnership can still be trusted at all,” Malaysian Defense Minister Mohamed Khaled Nordin said at the Shangri La Dialogue in Singapore.

More: Malaysian defense minister publicly slams Norway for cancelled missile sale. “Norway’s action has created more than just a bilateral contract dispute. It raises a deeply troubling question about whether international agreement and strategic partnership can still be trusted at all,” Malaysian Defense Minister Mohamed Khaled Nordin said at the Shangri La Dialogue in Singapore.
TL;DR: “Norway’s action has created more than just a bilateral contract dispute.
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Littoral Combat Force Takes-Up Station In Caribbean Under Navy’s New Deployment Concept

Here's where all of America's aircraft carriers and big deck amphibious assault ships are at as of June 1, 2026. The post Littoral Combat Force Takes-Up Station In Caribbean Under Navy’s New Deployment Concept appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Littoral Combat Force Takes-Up Station In Caribbean Under Navy’s New Deployment Concept. Here's where all of America's aircraft carriers and big deck amphibious assault ships are at as of June 1, 2026. The post Littoral Combat Force Takes-Up Station In Caribbean Under Navy’s New Deployment Concept appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: Here's where all of America's aircraft carriers and big deck amphibious assault ships are at as of June 1, 2026.
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HASC Seeks Insight into Air Force, DOD Plans for Cargo Drones

Lawmakers want to know more about how the Air Force and Pentagon might employ autonomous cargo drones to resupply troops in remote locations in the future, according to reports attached to the House Armed Services Committee’s draft version of the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization bill. The post HASC Seeks Insight into Air Force, DOD Plans for Cargo Drones appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: HASC Seeks Insight into Air Force, DOD Plans for Cargo Drones. Lawmakers want to know more about how the Air Force and Pentagon might employ autonomous cargo drones to resupply troops in remote locations in the future, according to reports attached to the House Armed Services Committee’s draft version of the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization bill.
TL;DR: The post HASC Seeks Insight into Air Force, DOD Plans for Cargo Drones appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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Bowen: Trump needs this war to end but Iran is not backing down

Under pressure from the polls and Gulf allies, the White House is pushing for a deal but Iran wants concessions, writes BBC's international editor.

TL;DR: Under pressure from the polls and Gulf allies, the White House is pushing for a deal but Iran wants concessions, writes BBC's international editor.
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Reintroduce nuclear weapons to the Pacific to reduce the chances of war with China

By reintroducing US theater nuclear forces first in South Korea, and then more gradually in Japan, Washington can reassure its anxious allies and bolster its own national security interests, argue Kyle Balzer and Robert Peters.

TL;DR: By reintroducing US theater nuclear forces first in South Korea, and then more gradually in Japan, Washington can reassure its anxious allies and bolster its own national security interests, argue Kyle Balzer and Robert Peters.
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2027 National Defense Authorization Act Proposes to Integrate U.S. and Israeli Militaries - Democracy Now!

2027 National Defense Authorization Act Proposes to Integrate U.S. and Israeli Militaries Democracy Now!

TL;DR: 2027 National Defense Authorization Act Proposes to Integrate U.S.
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Turkey’s Secretive Electronic Warfare Jet Appears In New Imagery

The long-delayed HAVA SOJ is designed to blind enemy air defenses from well outside contested airspace. The post Turkey’s Secretive Electronic Warfare Jet Appears In New Imagery appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Turkey’s Secretive Electronic Warfare Jet Appears In New Imagery. The long-delayed HAVA SOJ is designed to blind enemy air defenses from well outside contested airspace. The post Turkey’s Secretive Electronic Warfare Jet Appears In New Imagery appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The long-delayed HAVA SOJ is designed to blind enemy air defenses from well outside contested airspace.
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Elbit marks $30B backlog, announces $1.4 billion deal with mystery European customer

The company said approximately 71 percent of the backlog was for customers outside Israel.

More: Elbit marks $30B backlog, announces $1.4 billion deal with mystery European customer. The company said approximately 71 percent of the backlog was for customers outside Israel.
TL;DR: The company said approximately 71 percent of the backlog was for customers outside Israel.
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Army vet supports her Navy sister in tough hospital journey

When Navy fire controlman aegis Kayla Saska needed support during a hospital stay, her Army veteran sister Patricia Rowledge rushed to Bethesda, Maryland.

TL;DR: When Navy fire controlman aegis Kayla Saska needed support during a hospital stay, her Army veteran sister Patricia Rowledge rushed to Bethesda, Maryland.
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The small business making big investments to deliver advanced defense technologies

[Sponsored] Employee-owned Physical Sciences Inc. has been scaling small business government R&D awards to solve some of the thorniest national security challenges.

More: The small business making big investments to deliver advanced defense technologies. [Sponsored] Employee-owned Physical Sciences Inc. has been scaling small business government R&D awards to solve some of the thorniest national security challenges.
TL;DR: [Sponsored] Employee-owned Physical Sciences Inc.
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French navy intercepts sanctioned tanker from Russia

The French navy has intercepted an oil tanker under international sanctions that was coming from Russia, alleged to be part of its shadow fleet.

TL;DR: The French navy has intercepted an oil tanker under international sanctions that was coming from Russia, alleged to be part of its shadow fleet.
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Poland spends $16.5 billion in EU-backed loans on heavy army weapons

Amid political infighting over the funding mechanism, the government has tapped local companies to make fighting vehicles, howitzers and ammunition.

More: Poland spends $16.5 billion in EU-backed loans on heavy army weapons. Amid political infighting over the funding mechanism, the government has tapped local companies to make fighting vehicles, howitzers and ammunition.
TL;DR: Amid political infighting over the funding mechanism, the government has tapped local companies to make fighting vehicles, howitzers and ammunition.
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Hundreds protest plans to quarantine US Ebola patients in Kenya

Hundreds of young demonstrators marched outside a military base in Kenya over US plans for an Ebola quarantine zone in the country.

TL;DR: Hundreds of young demonstrators marched outside a military base in Kenya over US plans for an Ebola quarantine zone in the country.
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Norway becomes ninth country to sign up for French nuclear deterrence as trust in US falters

Meanwhile, Germany will participate in French nuclear exercises as soon as September, joining them in an observer role.

More: Norway becomes ninth country to sign up for French nuclear deterrence as trust in US falters. Meanwhile, Germany will participate in French nuclear exercises as soon as September, joining them in an observer role.
TL;DR: Meanwhile, Germany will participate in French nuclear exercises as soon as September, joining them in an observer role.
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Globally Deployed, Combat Proven – All Platforms, All Weapons, One Solution

Today’s armament maintainers are tasked with performing flightline (O-Level) maintenance with an assortment of legacy test sets that greatly limit the ability to quickly and efficiently verify armament system readiness, diagnose failures, and ultimately return the aircraft to full mission... The post Globally Deployed, Combat Proven – All Platforms, All Weapons, One Solution appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: Today’s armament maintainers are tasked with performing flightline (O-Level) maintenance with an assortment of legacy test sets that greatly limit the ability to quickly and efficiently verify armament system readiness, diagnose failures, and ultimately return the aircraft to full mission...
TL;DR: Today’s armament maintainers are tasked with performing flightline (O-Level) maintenance with an assortment of legacy test sets that greatly limit the ability to quickly and efficiently verify armament system readiness, diagnose failures, and ultimately return the aircraft to full mission...
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Nigeria police warn against reprisal attacks against South Africans

Tensions have been rising in South Africa in recent weeks following several anti-migrant protests.

TL;DR: Tensions have been rising in South Africa in recent weeks following several anti-migrant protests.
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France intercepts sanctioned Russian oil tanker, Macron says

The French Navy conducted the operation with the support of allies including the UK on Sunday.

More: France intercepts sanctioned Russian oil tanker, Macron says. The French Navy conducted the operation with the support of allies including the UK on Sunday.
TL;DR: The French Navy conducted the operation with the support of allies including the UK on Sunday.
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Experts: this is the best cash back card of 2022

If you're on a Galaxy Fold, consider unfolding your phone or viewing it in full screen to best optimize your experience.

More: 5 stars equals Best. 1 star equals Poor. 1 star equals Poor.
TL;DR: 4 stars equals Excellent.
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Israel PM orders strikes on Beirut suburbs as Hezbollah conflict escalates

Benjamin Netanyahu says the Hezbollah stronghold of Dahieh will be targeted in response to attacks on Israeli civilians.

TL;DR: Benjamin Netanyahu says the Hezbollah stronghold of Dahieh will be targeted in response to attacks on Israeli civilians.
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DR Congo celebrates recovery of Ebola survivors

The four nurses - three men and a woman - received certificates to celebrate their recoveries.

TL;DR: The four nurses - three men and a woman - received certificates to celebrate their recoveries.
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Litterbugs now face on-the-spot fines in Tokyo's tourist hotspot

Dozens of officials will patrol world-famous Shibuya as Japan responds to the impacts of overtourism.

More: Litterbugs now face on-the-spot fines in Tokyo's tourist hotspot. Dozens of officials will patrol world-famous Shibuya as Japan responds to the impacts of overtourism.
TL;DR: Dozens of officials will patrol world-famous Shibuya as Japan responds to the impacts of overtourism.
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Marilyn Monroe lookalikes gather to celebrate her 100th birthday

Fans set a new world record for the largest gathering of people dressed as Marilyn Monroe to celebrate what would have been the legendary actress’ centenary.

TL;DR: Fans set a new world record for the largest gathering of people dressed as Marilyn Monroe to celebrate what would have been the legendary actress’ centenary.
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US military attacks Iran in 'self-defense strikes' over weekend

CENTCOM announced that it targeted Iran in "self-defense strikes" during the weekend, asserting that CENTCOM will defend American interests.

TL;DR: CENTCOM announced that it targeted Iran in "self-defense strikes" during the weekend, asserting that CENTCOM will defend American interests.
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Iran attacks damage 20 US military sites since start of war, satellite images show

Analysts told BBC Verify that Tehran's strikes were more extensive than publicly acknowledged.

More: Iran attacks damage 20 US military sites since start of war, satellite images show. Analysts told BBC Verify that Tehran's strikes were more extensive than publicly acknowledged.
TL;DR: Analysts told BBC Verify that Tehran's strikes were more extensive than publicly acknowledged.
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Iran and US report new wave of air strikes in Gulf

Washington and Tehran targeted each other's military facilities around the Strait of Hormuz.

More: Iran and US report new wave of air strikes in Gulf. Washington and Tehran targeted each other's military facilities around the Strait of Hormuz.
TL;DR: Washington and Tehran targeted each other's military facilities around the Strait of Hormuz.
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Polls open in Ethiopia, but not everyone can vote

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's party is expected to dominate the election as conflicts overshadow the vote.

TL;DR: Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's party is expected to dominate the election as conflicts overshadow the vote.
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Poland's controversial 'Highway to Hel' 666 bus revived

Poland's seaside resort called Hel is getting its 666 bus service back, despite earlier opposition from Christian groups.

TL;DR: Poland's seaside resort called Hel is getting its 666 bus service back, despite earlier opposition from Christian groups.
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Grammy-winning director explores his Nigerian grandfather's role in the Biafran war

Filmmaker Meji Alabi directs a landmark BBC Africa Eye documentary about Nigeria's civil war.

More: Grammy-winning director explores his Nigerian grandfather's role in the Biafran war. Filmmaker Meji Alabi directs a landmark BBC Africa Eye documentary about Nigeria's civil war.
TL;DR: Filmmaker Meji Alabi directs a landmark BBC Africa Eye documentary about Nigeria's civil war.
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If Cuba collapses, the US will be forced to deal with the consequences of its actions

It's only a couple of months or so since I was last in Cuba, and conditions then were pretty dire: power cuts, large queues for bread and fuel, state-run grocery stores virtually empty, mounting piles of rubbish on street corners, and few foreign visitors.

TL;DR: It's only a couple of months or so since I was last in Cuba, and conditions then were pretty dire: power cuts, large queues for bread and fuel, state-run grocery stores virtually empty, mounting piles of rubbish on street corners, and few foreign visitors.
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Colombia presidential runoff pits leftist senator against pro-Trump rival

Left-wing senator Iván Cepeda will face Trump admirer Abelardo de la Espriella at the final ballot on 21 June.

TL;DR: Left-wing senator Iván Cepeda will face Trump admirer Abelardo de la Espriella at the final ballot on 21 June.
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Fireworks reportedly trigger mass horse stampede through Rome streets, injuring several soldiers

Unauthorized fireworks reportedly triggered a mass horse stampede during a late-night rehearsal for Italy's Republic Day parade in Rome, injuring riders.

TL;DR: Unauthorized fireworks reportedly triggered a mass horse stampede during a late-night rehearsal for Italy's Republic Day parade in Rome, injuring riders.
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The drivers risking death on Ukraine's most dangerous bus routes

Russian drones are targeting public buses in Kherson, killing three transport workers so far this year.

More: The drivers risking death on Ukraine's most dangerous bus routes. Russian drones are targeting public buses in Kherson, killing three transport workers so far this year.
TL;DR: Russian drones are targeting public buses in Kherson, killing three transport workers so far this year.
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Secret tunnels and unregistered workers: China's coal mine disaster is a reminder of darker days

China's worst coal mining disaster in 15 years comes amid an ambitious pivot towards green energy.

More: Secret tunnels and unregistered workers: China's coal mine disaster is a reminder of darker days. China's worst coal mining disaster in 15 years comes amid an ambitious pivot towards green energy.
TL;DR: China's worst coal mining disaster in 15 years comes amid an ambitious pivot towards green energy.
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Trump seeking edits to US-Iran deal, US media report

The requested changes are related to the Strait of Hormuz and the removal of highly enriched uranium, according to US media.

TL;DR: The requested changes are related to the Strait of Hormuz and the removal of highly enriched uranium, according to US media.
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Nicaraguan indigenous leader dies after three years in prison

Rights groups condemn the death of Brooklyn Rivera, 73, following his long arbitrary detention by the governing regime.

TL;DR: Rights groups condemn the death of Brooklyn Rivera, 73, following his long arbitrary detention by the governing regime.
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'More than 45' killed after blast at building storing explosives in Myanmar

Scores of people have been killed following a blast at a building in northeastern Myanmar.

TL;DR: Scores of people have been killed following a blast at a building in northeastern Myanmar.
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Between celebration and confrontation: Paris after PSG victory

Nearly 800 people were arrested after clashes with police following the Champions League final.

TL;DR: Nearly 800 people were arrested after clashes with police following the Champions League final.
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Five recover from Ebola - as Brazil investigates two suspected cases

Five people have recovered from a rare type of Ebola virus, the head of the World Health Organisation has said - as Brazil investigates two suspected cases.

TL;DR: Five people have recovered from a rare type of Ebola virus, the head of the World Health Organisation has said - as Brazil investigates two suspected cases.
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Japan’s defense minister rebuffs ‘militarism’ allegation, defends defense policies

Shinjiro Koizumi says arms sales, more visible regional military presence aims to help partners defend themselves

More: Japan’s defense minister rebuffs ‘militarism’ allegation, defends defense policies. Shinjiro Koizumi says arms sales, more visible regional military presence aims to help partners defend themselves
TL;DR: Shinjiro Koizumi says arms sales, more visible regional military presence aims to help partners defend themselves
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Hezbollah's 'game changing' night-hunting weapon punches through Israel's defenses: expert

Drone expert warns Hezbollah's nighttime drone capabilities are game changing, using thermal sensors to target IDF troops under cover of darkness.

TL;DR: Drone expert warns Hezbollah's nighttime drone capabilities are game changing, using thermal sensors to target IDF troops under cover of darkness.
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Brazil monitors two patients for possible Ebola infection

If confirmed, they would be the first infection cases outside Africa, since the outbreak began in DR Congo.

TL;DR: If confirmed, they would be the first infection cases outside Africa, since the outbreak began in DR Congo.
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Mojtaba Khamenei touts new anti-US alliance as Gulf backchannels seep into Tehran: analyst

Iran's supreme leader launched a sweeping counteroffensive against President Donald Trump, seeking to rally Middle Eastern nations into an anti-American alliance, an analyst says.

TL;DR: Iran's supreme leader launched a sweeping counteroffensive against President Donald Trump, seeking to rally Middle Eastern nations into an anti-American alliance, an analyst says.
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'Cancel it', Trump says after artists drop out of US Freedom 250 festival

Trump suggests holding a "Make America Great Again" rally instead after most headliners drop out of White-House-linked event.

TL;DR: Trump suggests holding a "Make America Great Again" rally instead after most headliners drop out of White-House-linked event.
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Blast kills dozens in rebel-held village in Myanmar

Insurgents say it was caused by explosives being used for mining close to the Chinese border.

TL;DR: Insurgents say it was caused by explosives being used for mining close to the Chinese border.
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Israel seizes Crusades-built fortress in Lebanon as it expands offensive

Israeli forces have captured a strategically important fortress from the Crusades, marking the country's deepest incursion into Lebanon in more than a quarter of a century.

TL;DR: Israeli forces have captured a strategically important fortress from the Crusades, marking the country's deepest incursion into Lebanon in more than a quarter of a century.
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SpaceX's $4.16B Contract Paves the Way for New U.S. Military Satellite Network Tracking Airborne Threats Worldwide - Army Recognition

SpaceX's $4.16B Contract Paves the Way for New U.S. Military Satellite Network Tracking Airborne Threats Worldwide Army Recognition

TL;DR: Military Satellite Network Tracking Airborne Threats Worldwide Army Recognition
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Israel seizes castle in Lebanon as it expands ground offensive

The Israeli military says everyone south of the Zahrani river should leave, after it captured the strategic Beaufort Castle.

TL;DR: The Israeli military says everyone south of the Zahrani river should leave, after it captured the strategic Beaufort Castle.
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Nigerian retired general abducted with his wife in the north-west

Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar's kidnapping highlights continuing security challenges facing parts of the country.

More: Nigerian retired general abducted with his wife in the north-west. Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar's kidnapping highlights continuing security challenges facing parts of the country.
TL;DR: Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar's kidnapping highlights continuing security challenges facing parts of the country.
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Laos cave survivors help with plan to find last two missing men

So far, five men have been freed from the narrow, flooded cave but efforts are ongoing to locate two more.

TL;DR: So far, five men have been freed from the narrow, flooded cave but efforts are ongoing to locate two more.
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Hundreds arrested and dozens of police injured after Champions League riots in France

Nearly 800 people were arrested after clashes with police which saw 219 people injured, including 57 police officers.

More: Hundreds arrested and dozens of police injured after Champions League riots in France. Nearly 800 people were arrested after clashes with police which saw 219 people injured, including 57 police officers.
TL;DR: Nearly 800 people were arrested after clashes with police which saw 219 people injured, including 57 police officers.
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South Africa made to look like fools after World Cup visa issues, says minister

According to media reports, the team's departure for Mexico on Sunday has been delayed due to an "administrative bungle".

More: South Africa made to look like fools after World Cup visa issues, says minister. According to media reports, the team's departure for Mexico on Sunday has been delayed due to an "administrative bungle".
TL;DR: According to media reports, the team's departure for Mexico on Sunday has been delayed due to an "administrative bungle".
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English cops cuffed teen stabbing victim after attacker claimed racial assault

Police apologize after handcuffing stabbing victim Henry Nowak based on attacker's alleged racism claim, sparking outrage over British policing culture.

TL;DR: Police apologize after handcuffing stabbing victim Henry Nowak based on attacker's alleged racism claim, sparking outrage over British policing culture.
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Colombia votes in presidential election that could redefine relations with US

The election is held after months of public recrimination between current left-wing President Gustavo Petro and his US counterpart Donald Trump.

TL;DR: The election is held after months of public recrimination between current left-wing President Gustavo Petro and his US counterpart Donald Trump.
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Rain threatens to delay search for two people missing in flooded cave in Laos

Heavy rain is threatening to delay the search for two people missing in a flooded cave in Laos.  

TL;DR: Heavy rain is threatening to delay the search for two people missing in a flooded cave in Laos.
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Japan defence minister denies militarism, criticises China's 'huge arsenal'

Shinjiro Koizumi makes some of Tokyo's most pointed remarks yet in the dispute over Japan's military build-up.

TL;DR: Shinjiro Koizumi makes some of Tokyo's most pointed remarks yet in the dispute over Japan's military build-up.
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Anti-cartel hardliner channels Trump in bid to end Colombia's leftist era in pivotal election

Colombia's next president could reshape U.S. counternarcotics cooperation as voters choose between security-first and dialogue-based approaches.

More: Anti-cartel hardliner channels Trump in bid to end Colombia's leftist era in pivotal election. Colombia's next president could reshape U.S. counternarcotics cooperation as voters choose between security-first and dialogue-based approaches.
TL;DR: Colombia's next president could reshape U.S.
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Highway to Hell: Ukraine's Logistics Lockdown, Taiwan’s Littoral Command and China’s Evolving Nuclear Capability. The Big Five, 31 May edition. - Futura Doctrina | Mick Ryan

Highway to Hell: Ukraine's Logistics Lockdown, Taiwan’s Littoral Command and China’s Evolving Nuclear Capability. The Big Five, 31 May edition. Futura Doctrina | Mick Ryan

More: The Big Five, 31 May edition.. The Big Five, 31 May edition. Futura Doctrina | Mick Ryan
TL;DR: Highway to Hell: Ukraine's Logistics Lockdown, Taiwan’s Littoral Command and China’s Evolving Nuclear Capability.
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WHO chief heads to Ebola epicentre - as Brazil investigates suspected case

The World Health Organisation (WHO) chief has visited the province hardest hit by the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), urging residents to seek treatment and practice safe burials.

TL;DR: The World Health Organisation (WHO) chief has visited the province hardest hit by the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), urging residents to seek treatment and practice safe burials.
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Hundreds arrested in France after wild Champions League celebrations

Thousands of officers tried to quell unrest as crowds of fans - some firing flares - celebrated PSG's victory over Arsenal.

TL;DR: Thousands of officers tried to quell unrest as crowds of fans - some firing flares - celebrated PSG's victory over Arsenal.
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Cuba’s blackouts leave high-rise residents with constant uncertainty

Will Grant spoke to a 70-year-old widow who says the inability to use her building's elevator during a power outage trapped her and her husband when he needed medical care.

TL;DR: Will Grant spoke to a 70-year-old widow who says the inability to use her building's elevator during a power outage trapped her and her husband when he needed medical care.
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How Putin became master of the image

From enigmatic KGB agent to wartime ruler, this is how Putin has repeatedly reinvented his image, and himself.

TL;DR: From enigmatic KGB agent to wartime ruler, this is how Putin has repeatedly reinvented his image, and himself.
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'It's like a decaying body': Australian farmers battle mouse plague

Farmers report thousands of mice per hectare destroying crops and invading homes.

More: 'It's like a decaying body': Australian farmers battle mouse plague. Farmers report thousands of mice per hectare destroying crops and invading homes.
TL;DR: Farmers report thousands of mice per hectare destroying crops and invading homes.
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Ecuador accused of meddling in Colombian election with tariff vow

Ecuadorian leader Daniel Noboa offers to cancel tariffs after speaking to a right-wing presidential candidate ahead of Sunday's vote.

TL;DR: Ecuadorian leader Daniel Noboa offers to cancel tariffs after speaking to a right-wing presidential candidate ahead of Sunday's vote.
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Oscar-winning Star Wars editor Marcia Lucas dies aged 80

The film editor and ex-wife of director George Lucas was widely recognised as a pivotal creative force behind the original space trilogy.

TL;DR: The film editor and ex-wife of director George Lucas was widely recognised as a pivotal creative force behind the original space trilogy.
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Trump attacks artists dropping out of US Freedom 250 concert and mulls appearing himself

Performers Young MC, Poison frontman Bret Michaels and country singer Martina McBride raised concerns the event will be political.

More: Trump attacks artists dropping out of US Freedom 250 concert and mulls appearing himself. Performers Young MC, Poison frontman Bret Michaels and country singer Martina McBride raised concerns the event will be political.
TL;DR: Performers Young MC, Poison frontman Bret Michaels and country singer Martina McBride raised concerns the event will be political.
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'No-one feels safe now': Residents of Romanian city hit by drone share fears

People have just begun returning to check on their homes in the block that was hit early on Friday morning.

More: 'No-one feels safe now': Residents of Romanian city hit by drone share fears. People have just begun returning to check on their homes in the block that was hit early on Friday morning.
TL;DR: People have just begun returning to check on their homes in the block that was hit early on Friday morning.
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Ebola spread in DR Congo 'alarming', charity warns, as WHO chief visits worst-hit area

Médicins Sans Frontières says that never before has an Ebola outbreak recorded so many cases so soon after its declaration.

More: Ebola spread in DR Congo 'alarming', charity warns, as WHO chief visits worst-hit area. Médicins Sans Frontières says that never before has an Ebola outbreak recorded so many cases so soon after its declaration.
TL;DR: Médicins Sans Frontières says that never before has an Ebola outbreak recorded so many cases so soon after its declaration.
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'I will sleep with fear': Romanians shaken after Russian drone strike

A Russian drone hit a block of flats in Romania on Friday, causing a fire and injuring two people, Romanian officials say.

TL;DR: A Russian drone hit a block of flats in Romania on Friday, causing a fire and injuring two people, Romanian officials say.
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AUKUS partners sign agreement on underwater drones, speed up sub plan

Australia will now forgo the purchase of a new build Virginia-class submarine and acquire another ex-US Navy boat instead.

TL;DR: Australia will now forgo the purchase of a new build Virginia-class submarine and acquire another ex-US Navy boat instead.
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Italy bans Kanye West and Travis Scott concerts over security concerns

Local authorities say the cancellation of other West concerts had played a role in the decision.

More: Italy bans Kanye West and Travis Scott concerts over security concerns. Local authorities say the cancellation of other West concerts had played a role in the decision.
TL;DR: Local authorities say the cancellation of other West concerts had played a role in the decision.
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Trump's doctor says he's in excellent health - but are US presidents' health checks a PR exercise?

Every president in modern history - including Donald Trump this week - has taken an annual physical exam that is as much about messaging as it is about health.

More: Trump's doctor says he's in excellent health - but are US presidents' health checks a PR exercise?. Every president in modern history - including Donald Trump this week - has taken an annual physical exam that is as much about messaging as it is about health.
TL;DR: Every president in modern history - including Donald Trump this week - has taken an annual physical exam that is as much about messaging as it is about health.
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US, UK and Australia to develop underwater drones through defence pact

Unmanned undersea vehicles will be developed under the AUKUS defence pact, US secretary of defence Pete Hegseth said.

TL;DR: Unmanned undersea vehicles will be developed under the AUKUS defence pact, US secretary of defence Pete Hegseth said.
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US general holds rare meeting with Cuban military officials near Guantanamo Bay

The meeting is the first in recent memory by a head of U.S. Southern Command and comes amid growing concerns in Cuba of a possible U.S. military attack.

More: US general holds rare meeting with Cuban military officials near Guantanamo Bay. The meeting is the first in recent memory by a head of U.S. Southern Command and comes amid growing concerns in Cuba of a possible U.S.
TL;DR: The meeting is the first in recent memory by a head of U.S.
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US, UK and Australia to develop underwater drone technology

The technology, developed under the Aukus military pact, is aimed at protecting undersea cables and boosting naval defence.

TL;DR: The technology, developed under the Aukus military pact, is aimed at protecting undersea cables and boosting naval defence.
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How did tattoo artists become legal in South Korea?

The BBC is in Seoul, where tattooist from all over the country have gathered to celebrate their art, following decades of underground work.

TL;DR: The BBC is in Seoul, where tattooist from all over the country have gathered to celebrate their art, following decades of underground work.
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Four more men freed from flooded Laos cave after 10 days

Two of the seven villagers who entered the narrow tunnels in search for gold on 20 May are still missing.

More: Four more men freed from flooded Laos cave after 10 days. Two of the seven villagers who entered the narrow tunnels in search for gold on 20 May are still missing.
TL;DR: Two of the seven villagers who entered the narrow tunnels in search for gold on 20 May are still missing.
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Four people trapped in flooded cave in Laos pulled to safety

Four people trapped for more than a week in a flooded cave in Laos have been safely evacuated by rescuers.

TL;DR: Four people trapped for more than a week in a flooded cave in Laos have been safely evacuated by rescuers.
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US not 'turning back' on Asia allies, but expects them to boost defence - Hegseth

The US defense secretary is questioned about US commitment, including further arms deals, at an Asian security summit in Singapore.

More: US not 'turning back' on Asia allies, but expects them to boost defence - Hegseth. The US defense secretary is questioned about US commitment, including further arms deals, at an Asian security summit in Singapore.
TL;DR: The US defense secretary is questioned about US commitment, including further arms deals, at an Asian security summit in Singapore.
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Robots are redefining the war in Ukraine – and forcing Russia onto the back foot - CNN

Robots are redefining the war in Ukraine – and forcing Russia onto the back foot CNN Robot wars: Ukraine now adding ‘land drones’ to its futuristic arsenal The Christian Science Monitor Ukraine Is Using Soldiers That Don't Need Food Or Water To Kill Russians NDTV

TL;DR: Robots are redefining the war in Ukraine – and forcing Russia onto the back foot CNN Robot wars: Ukraine now adding ‘land drones’ to its futuristic arsenal The Christian Science Monitor Ukraine Is Using Soldiers That Don't Need Food Or Water To Kill Russians NDTV
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Hegseth praises Indo-Pacific nations for improving defense capabilities, pragmatism

Indo-Pacific countries investments in their defense an example of how burden sharing works, says Hegseth

TL;DR: Indo-Pacific countries investments in their defense an example of how burden sharing works, says Hegseth
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Move over, Heated Rivalry - there's a new ice hockey romance obsession

The Amazon Prime adaptation of Elle Kennedy's ice hockey romance book is an early hit with viewers.

TL;DR: The Amazon Prime adaptation of Elle Kennedy's ice hockey romance book is an early hit with viewers.
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'Gifts' from a lover and 'botched' cocaine raids: Police inquiry grips South Africa

South Africa's Madlanga Commission hears about Brazilian butt lift bribe denials and alleged drug heists.

More: 'Gifts' from a lover and 'botched' cocaine raids: Police inquiry grips South Africa. South Africa's Madlanga Commission hears about Brazilian butt lift bribe denials and alleged drug heists.
TL;DR: South Africa's Madlanga Commission hears about Brazilian butt lift bribe denials and alleged drug heists.
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Spain's Sánchez digs in after eight years as PM as wave of scandals threatens survival

Corruption probes of colleagues and relatives have put Spain's premier into a fight for survival.

More: Spain's Sánchez digs in after eight years as PM as wave of scandals threatens survival. Corruption probes of colleagues and relatives have put Spain's premier into a fight for survival.
TL;DR: Corruption probes of colleagues and relatives have put Spain's premier into a fight for survival.
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Former US attorney general Pam Bondi defends her handling of Epstein files in congressional probe

The testimony comes about a month after America's top prosecutor was ousted by US President Donald Trump.

More: Former US attorney general Pam Bondi defends her handling of Epstein files in congressional probe. The testimony comes about a month after America's top prosecutor was ousted by US President Donald Trump.
TL;DR: The testimony comes about a month after America's top prosecutor was ousted by US President Donald Trump.
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Ukraine using AI drones to strike vital convoys supplying Russian troops

BBC Verify has analysed videos of attacks in occupied Ukraine on Russian trucks carrying ammunition, fuel and food.

TL;DR: BBC Verify has analysed videos of attacks in occupied Ukraine on Russian trucks carrying ammunition, fuel and food.
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Want Cash Out of Your Home? Here Are Your Best Options

You're just a few steps away from personalized rate quotes with no hard credit pull. Are you still interested in seeing your free loan offers? You're almost there!

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TL;DR: You're just a few steps away from personalized rate quotes with no hard credit pull.
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Dream Big with a Home Equity Loan

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TL;DR: You're just a few steps away from personalized rate quotes with no hard credit pull.
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Turn Your Rising Home Equity Into Cash You Can Use

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TL;DR: You're just a few steps away from personalized rate quotes with no hard credit pull.
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0% intro APR until 2024 is 100% insane

If you're on a Galaxy Fold, consider unfolding your phone or viewing it in full screen to best optimize your experience.

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Ghana parliament passes anti-LGBTQ+ bill

Same-sex acts are punishable by jail terms under Ghana's new bill targeting those identifying as gay, lesbian or transgender.

TL;DR: Same-sex acts are punishable by jail terms under Ghana's new bill targeting those identifying as gay, lesbian or transgender.
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How Russia is turning Ukraine’s drones against NATO

A Russian drone wounded two civilians in Romania on Friday, days after Lithuania detailed how Moscow is also steering Ukraine's drones onto allied soil.

TL;DR: A Russian drone wounded two civilians in Romania on Friday, days after Lithuania detailed how Moscow is also steering Ukraine's drones onto allied soil.
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No deal announced after Trump meeting to make 'final determination' on Iran

The US president met his advisers, after officials confirmed the US and Iran had agreed a framework of a deal.

TL;DR: The US president met his advisers, after officials confirmed the US and Iran had agreed a framework of a deal.
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Can Americans spell the National Spelling Bee’s winning words?

Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old, won the competition this year after correctly spelling 32 words in a 90-second lighting round tiebreaker.

TL;DR: Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old, won the competition this year after correctly spelling 32 words in a 90-second lighting round tiebreaker.
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Mumbai's famed dabbawalas fed millions for over 100 years - now they are disappearing

Dabbawalas, who deliver home-cooked meals, are leaving the trade as remote work and rising costs threaten their future.

More: Mumbai's famed dabbawalas fed millions for over 100 years - now they are disappearing. Dabbawalas, who deliver home-cooked meals, are leaving the trade as remote work and rising costs threaten their future.
TL;DR: Dabbawalas, who deliver home-cooked meals, are leaving the trade as remote work and rising costs threaten their future.
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After decades risking arrest, South Korea's tattoo artists step into the limelight

Only licensed doctors were allowed to ink tattoos in Korea - breaking the law could lead to heavy fines or jail.

More: After decades risking arrest, South Korea's tattoo artists step into the limelight. Only licensed doctors were allowed to ink tattoos in Korea - breaking the law could lead to heavy fines or jail.
TL;DR: Only licensed doctors were allowed to ink tattoos in Korea - breaking the law could lead to heavy fines or jail.
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Nearly 500,000 Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine, top UK intel chief says

The figure hardens a growing consensus among Western officials: Russia is on its heels for the first time since the Kremlin launched its invasion in 2022.

TL;DR: The figure hardens a growing consensus among Western officials: Russia is on its heels for the first time since the Kremlin launched its invasion in 2022.
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'Poison seller' who sold toxic chemicals online to people across world admits aiding suicides

Kenneth Law admitted charges relating to Canadian victims - but families say he should also be charged in the UK over 79 deaths in Britain.

More: 'Poison seller' who sold toxic chemicals online to people across world admits aiding suicides. Kenneth Law admitted charges relating to Canadian victims - but families say he should also be charged in the UK over 79 deaths in Britain.
TL;DR: Kenneth Law admitted charges relating to Canadian victims - but families say he should also be charged in the UK over 79 deaths in Britain.
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Djokovic knocked out of French Open by Brazilian teenager

Novak Djokovic's hopes of a 25th Grand Slam title have been set back after a shock defeat to Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca at the French Open.

TL;DR: Novak Djokovic's hopes of a 25th Grand Slam title have been set back after a shock defeat to Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca at the French Open.
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Cape Canaveral ‘Mission Capable’ After Blue Origin Rocket Explosion

Officials at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Fla., said the range is “fully mission capable” to support launches following a major May 28 mishap involving Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket. The post Cape Canaveral ‘Mission Capable’ After Blue Origin Rocket Explosion appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: Cape Canaveral ‘Mission Capable’ After Blue Origin Rocket Explosion. Officials at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Fla., said the range is “fully mission capable” to support launches following a major May 28 mishap involving Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket.
TL;DR: The post Cape Canaveral ‘Mission Capable’ After Blue Origin Rocket Explosion appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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Air Force Lifts Pause on T-38 Flights, Jets to Fly After Inspections

The Air Force has begun inspecting T-38 Talons as it works to get its fleet of trainer jets back in the air. The first aircraft could be flying again within days. The post Air Force Lifts Pause on T-38 Flights, Jets to Fly After Inspections appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: Air Force Lifts Pause on T-38 Flights, Jets to Fly After Inspections. The Air Force has begun inspecting T-38 Talons as it works to get its fleet of trainer jets back in the air. The post Air Force Lifts Pause on T-38 Flights, Jets to Fly After Inspections appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
TL;DR: The post Air Force Lifts Pause on T-38 Flights, Jets to Fly After Inspections appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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Israel put on UN sexual violence in warzones blacklist for first time

Israel says it rejects allegations in a new report by the office of the UN secretary general.

More: Israel put on UN sexual violence in warzones blacklist for first time. Israel says it rejects allegations in a new report by the office of the UN secretary general.
TL;DR: Israel says it rejects allegations in a new report by the office of the UN secretary general.
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Pentagon’s Plans To Track Aircraft From Orbit Accelerated With New $4B SpaceX Deal

A satellite network to track aircraft could offer unprecedented ability to surveil the skies globally and make AEW&C aircraft redundant. The post Pentagon’s Plans To Track Aircraft From Orbit Accelerated With New $4B SpaceX Deal appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Pentagon’s Plans To Track Aircraft From Orbit Accelerated With New $4B SpaceX Deal. A satellite network to track aircraft could offer unprecedented ability to surveil the skies globally and make AEW&C aircraft redundant. The post Pentagon’s Plans To Track Aircraft From Orbit Accelerated With New $4B SpaceX Deal appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post Pentagon’s Plans To Track Aircraft From Orbit Accelerated With New $4B SpaceX Deal appeared first on The War Zone .
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First of five men found alive in flooded Laos cave rescued

The bedraggled man was led to safety by rescuers after nine days stranded in the cavern

More: First of five men found alive in flooded Laos cave rescued. The bedraggled man was led to safety by rescuers after nine days stranded in the cavern
TL;DR: The bedraggled man was led to safety by rescuers after nine days stranded in the cavern
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Nato and EU condemn Russia after drone hits Romanian residential block

Romania says the Russian drone was likely hit over Ukraine by its air defences and altered its trajectory.

TL;DR: Romania says the Russian drone was likely hit over Ukraine by its air defences and altered its trajectory.
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US Navy to explore powering shore installations with aircraft carriers

Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao revealed that Naval Station Norfolk will be “powered from an aircraft carrier" sometime this summer.

TL;DR: Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao revealed that Naval Station Norfolk will be “powered from an aircraft carrier" sometime this summer.
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Space Force Gives SpaceX $4.2B for Satellites to Track Airborne Targets

The Space Force awarded SpaceX a $4.16 billion contract on May 29 to build a constellation of satellites that can sense and track airborne targets from orbit. The post Space Force Gives SpaceX $4.2B for Satellites to Track Airborne Targets appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: Space Force Gives SpaceX $4.2B for Satellites to Track Airborne Targets. The Space Force awarded SpaceX a $4.16 billion contract on May 29 to build a constellation of satellites that can sense and track airborne targets from orbit. The post Space Force Gives SpaceX $4.2B for Satellites to Track Airborne Targets appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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SpaceX wins $4.16B Space Force contract to detect airborne moving targets

“While this OTA agreement establishes initial SB-AMTI capability, the Space Force anticipates issuing multiple awards in the coming year ,” the service said today.

TL;DR: “While this OTA agreement establishes initial SB-AMTI capability, the Space Force anticipates issuing multiple awards in the coming year ,” the service said today.
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Space Force awards SpaceX $4.16 billion to build satellite network for airborne target tracking - SpaceNews

Space Force awards SpaceX $4.16 billion to build satellite network for airborne target tracking SpaceNews Space Force Gives SpaceX $4.

TL;DR: Space Force awards SpaceX $4.16 billion to build satellite network for airborne target tracking SpaceNews Space Force Gives SpaceX $4.2B for Satellites to Track Airborne Targets Air & Space Forces Magazine Space Force Awards SpaceX $4.16 Billion Contract For Airborne Threat Targeting WSJ
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Army sent jailbroken tech to Middle East as part of ongoing hackathon

The hackathon now allows the Army to take new systems and work them into command and control structures to sync up with radars and sensors, all of which have previously never communicated with each other, according to Army Secretary Dan Driscoll.

TL;DR: The hackathon now allows the Army to take new systems and work them into command and control structures to sync up with radars and sensors, all of which have previously never communicated with each other, according to Army Secretary Dan Driscoll.
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Ex-head monk of China's 'kung fu temple' jailed for embezzlement

Shi Yongxin is sentenced to 24 years in prison for embezzlement and bribery.

More: Ex-head monk of China's 'kung fu temple' jailed for embezzlement. Shi Yongxin is sentenced to 24 years in prison for embezzlement and bribery.
TL;DR: Shi Yongxin is sentenced to 24 years in prison for embezzlement and bribery.
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US arms sales pause would push Taiwan toward asymmetric-defense tech: analysts

The idea of Trump using arms sales as a negotiating chip with China has sparked concerns that Washington might decline procurement deals with Taiwan.

TL;DR: The idea of Trump using arms sales as a negotiating chip with China has sparked concerns that Washington might decline procurement deals with Taiwan.
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How far is there to go until the US and Iran end the war?

A tentative deal has been reached to end the war and restart transit in the Strait of Hormuz, and then negotiations on more difficult issues would begin.

TL;DR: A tentative deal has been reached to end the war and restart transit in the Strait of Hormuz, and then negotiations on more difficult issues would begin.
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China is building launch pads near its nuclear missile silos

China’s nuclear missiles can reach any U.S. city. Now, satellite images show Beijing is building a sprawling web of military sites near its nuclear silos.

More: China is building launch pads near its nuclear missile silos. China’s nuclear missiles can reach any U.S. Now, satellite images show Beijing is building a sprawling web of military sites near its nuclear silos.
TL;DR: China’s nuclear missiles can reach any U.S.
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Canadian who aided ‌suicide by selling ‌deadly chemicals online won't face justice in UK

A Canadian man accused of selling ‌deadly chemicals online to people who took their own lives has pleaded guilty ​to aiding ‌suicide.

TL;DR: A Canadian man accused of selling ‌deadly chemicals online to people who took their own lives has pleaded guilty ​to aiding ‌suicide.
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SPACECOM exploring tech for future offensive cislunar ops: Chief Scientist

An analyst called the new commitment to pursue cislunar operations a “massive policy change” for the Pentagon.

TL;DR: An analyst called the new commitment to pursue cislunar operations a “massive policy change” for the Pentagon.
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Trump Declares He Is Lifting The Naval Blockade On Iran

Why the blockade would be lifted without a deal being signed isn't clear and Iranian media is pushing back against his claims. The post Trump Declares He Is Lifting The Naval Blockade On Iran appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Trump Declares He Is Lifting The Naval Blockade On Iran. Why the blockade would be lifted without a deal being signed isn't clear and Iranian media is pushing back against his claims. The post Trump Declares He Is Lifting The Naval Blockade On Iran appeared first on The War Zone .
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Pentagon hosts first-ever Israeli–Lebanese military talks aimed at curbing Hezbollah

Israeli and Lebanese military delegations open U.S.-brokered talks at the Pentagon focused on ceasefire enforcement and border stability amid tensions.

TL;DR: Israeli and Lebanese military delegations open U.S.-brokered talks at the Pentagon focused on ceasefire enforcement and border stability amid tensions.
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AI warfare is here, and CBS News got a look at the U.S. military training to use it on the battlefield - CBS News

AI warfare is here, and CBS News got a look at the U.S. military training to use it on the battlefield CBS News

TL;DR: AI warfare is here, and CBS News got a look at the U.S.
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Romania says Russian drone hit apartment block, NATO vows to defend alliance territory

“I affirmed that NATO stands ready to defend every inch of Allied territory,” NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on X.

TL;DR: “I affirmed that NATO stands ready to defend every inch of Allied territory,” NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on X.
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Russian Drone Impacts Apartment Building In NATO State Romania, Injuring Civilians

The incident raises fresh questions about NATO’s ability to counter even very small volumes of Russian drones. The post Russian Drone Impacts Apartment Building In NATO State Romania, Injuring Civilians appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Russian Drone Impacts Apartment Building In NATO State Romania, Injuring Civilians. The incident raises fresh questions about NATO’s ability to counter even very small volumes of Russian drones. The post Russian Drone Impacts Apartment Building In NATO State Romania, Injuring Civilians appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post Russian Drone Impacts Apartment Building In NATO State Romania, Injuring Civilians appeared first on The War Zone .
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Christian farming communities under siege as US report names Fulani militants Nigeria's deadliest threat

The USCIRF report states that Fulani militant violence in Nigeria surpasses that of Boko Haram and ISIS, with mostly Christians and also some Muslims being targeted in widespread attacks.

TL;DR: The USCIRF report states that Fulani militant violence in Nigeria surpasses that of Boko Haram and ISIS, with mostly Christians and also some Muslims being targeted in widespread attacks.
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Ukraine would gain advantage over Russian glide bombs with Gripen-Meteor combo

Moscow has been launching record numbers of glide bombs in 2026, according to the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence, grinding down frontline positions.

TL;DR: Moscow has been launching record numbers of glide bombs in 2026, according to the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence, grinding down frontline positions.
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Containerized Variant Of Navy’s Drone-Swatting HELIOS Laser Being Pushed By Congress

HELIOS is the only laser able to down drones installed on an active Navy warship, and putting it in a container would open up new deployment possibilities. The post Containerized Variant Of Navy’s Drone-Swatting HELIOS Laser Being Pushed By Congress appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Containerized Variant Of Navy’s Drone-Swatting HELIOS Laser Being Pushed By Congress. HELIOS is the only laser able to down drones installed on an active Navy warship, and putting it in a container would open up new deployment possibilities. The post Containerized Variant Of Navy’s Drone-Swatting HELIOS Laser Being Pushed By Congress appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post Containerized Variant Of Navy’s Drone-Swatting HELIOS Laser Being Pushed By Congress appeared first on The War Zone .
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EXCLUSIVE: OMB could use $1.9B in reconciliation to buy foreign-made ships

“The fact is, no one spends $1.85 billion studying something. That money is there for procurement of assets,” an OMB official told Breaking Defense in an interview.

More: EXCLUSIVE: OMB could use $1.9B in reconciliation to buy foreign-made ships. “The fact is, no one spends $1.85 billion studying something. That money is there for procurement of assets,” an OMB official told Breaking Defense in an interview.
TL;DR: That money is there for procurement of assets,” an OMB official told Breaking Defense in an interview.
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Lawmakers Want USAF to Move Faster in Arming Tankers with Active Defenses

Lawmakers drafting the 2027 defense policy bill worry the Air Force is not moving fast enough to arm its tanker fleet with new protection systems capable of defeating incoming missile threats. The post Lawmakers Want USAF to Move Faster in Arming Tankers with Active Defenses appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: Lawmakers Want USAF to Move Faster in Arming Tankers with Active Defenses. Lawmakers drafting the 2027 defense policy bill worry the Air Force is not moving fast enough to arm its tanker fleet with new protection systems capable of defeating incoming missile threats.
TL;DR: The post Lawmakers Want USAF to Move Faster in Arming Tankers with Active Defenses appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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Kenyan police arrest eight students over fatal boarding school fire

Kenyan police have arrested eight students on suspicion of arson, after a fire in a dormitory at a girls’ boarding school killed 16 children.

TL;DR: Kenyan police have arrested eight students on suspicion of arson, after a fire in a dormitory at a girls’ boarding school killed 16 children.
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New Zealand budget spares defense, intelligence agencies from cuts

“The rules-based global system is under strain. Countries are boosting their spending on defense," said Finance Minister Nicola Willis.

More: New Zealand budget spares defense, intelligence agencies from cuts. “The rules-based global system is under strain. Countries are boosting their spending on defense," said Finance Minister Nicola Willis.
TL;DR: Countries are boosting their spending on defense," said Finance Minister Nicola Willis.
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Pentagon looks to reinvent the bunker-buster bomb

The goal is to go beyond the traditional brute-force approach of giant bombs and instead manipulate shock waves to destroy targets.

TL;DR: The goal is to go beyond the traditional brute-force approach of giant bombs and instead manipulate shock waves to destroy targets.
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Romania deploys F-16s against Russian drone strike on civilian infrastructure

Romania has further requested that allied anti-drone capabilities be deployed to its territory in order to bolster its defenses as well as NATO’s eastern flank. 

TL;DR: Romania has further requested that allied anti-drone capabilities be deployed to its territory in order to bolster its defenses as well as NATO’s eastern flank. 
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F-35 Airmen Decorated for Combat Ops in Midnight Hammer and Rough Rider

More than a dozen Air Force personnel were decorated with some of the service's highest awards for their actions in combat operations in the Middle East last year while assigned to the 388th Fighter Wing. The post F-35 Airmen Decorated for Combat Ops in Midnight Hammer and Rough Rider appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: F-35 Airmen Decorated for Combat Ops in Midnight Hammer and Rough Rider. More than a dozen Air Force personnel were decorated with some of the service's highest awards for their actions in combat operations in the Middle East last year while assigned to the 388th Fighter Wing.
TL;DR: The post F-35 Airmen Decorated for Combat Ops in Midnight Hammer and Rough Rider appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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Eight students arrested in Kenya after suspected deadly school arson attack

Sixteen pupils died in the fire that ripped through a dormitory while they were asleep.

More: Eight students arrested in Kenya after suspected deadly school arson attack. Sixteen pupils died in the fire that ripped through a dormitory while they were asleep.
TL;DR: Sixteen pupils died in the fire that ripped through a dormitory while they were asleep.
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Quad nations step up Indo-Pacific push with new initiatives

The announcement to build port infrastructure in Fiji comes amid China’s deepening ties with the South Pacific island, which straddles vital sea lanes.

TL;DR: The announcement to build port infrastructure in Fiji comes amid China’s deepening ties with the South Pacific island, which straddles vital sea lanes.
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At French Army FPV competition, NATO soldiers race drones and swap tips

“When I put on the mask, I no longer exist in this reality,” Chief Cpl. Clément said after completing the course.

More: At French Army FPV competition, NATO soldiers race drones and swap tips. “When I put on the mask, I no longer exist in this reality,” Chief Cpl. Clément said after completing the course.
TL;DR: “When I put on the mask, I no longer exist in this reality,” Chief Cpl.
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Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will move to control 70% of Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his country is expanding its hold on Gaza and would move to control 70% of the enclave.

TL;DR: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his country is expanding its hold on Gaza and would move to control 70% of the enclave.
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Australian mother jailed for poisoning relatives with toxic mushrooms to appeal conviction

An Australian woman jailed for life after killing three relatives with a toxic mushroom-laced meal will appeal her conviction.

TL;DR: An Australian woman jailed for life after killing three relatives with a toxic mushroom-laced meal will appeal her conviction.
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Mother-in-law of Indian bride whose death set off media frenzy arrested

Twisha Sharma's death on 12 May has sparked rival claims of murder and suicide and dominated headlines.

More: Mother-in-law of Indian bride whose death set off media frenzy arrested. Twisha Sharma's death on 12 May has sparked rival claims of murder and suicide and dominated headlines.
TL;DR: Twisha Sharma's death on 12 May has sparked rival claims of murder and suicide and dominated headlines.
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Watch: Moment 14-year-old wins US national spelling bee

A teenager from California has won the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee, after days of fierce competition.

TL;DR: A teenager from California has won the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee, after days of fierce competition.
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Hamas struggles to fill leadership ranks as Israel hunts Oct 7 terrorists

Hours after an Israeli airstrike killed Hamas military wing chief Mohammed Odeh, Gaza's Eid markets were full, revealing a disconnect with Hamas.

TL;DR: Hours after an Israeli airstrike killed Hamas military wing chief Mohammed Odeh, Gaza's Eid markets were full, revealing a disconnect with Hamas.
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Drone strikes apartment building in NATO member Romania as Russia attacks neighboring Ukraine

A drone entered Romanian airspace and struck an apartment building, causing an explosion and fire that injured multiple people, authorities said.

TL;DR: A drone entered Romanian airspace and struck an apartment building, causing an explosion and fire that injured multiple people, authorities said.
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Netanyahu says he has directed IDF to increase control of Gaza to 70%

The expansion in control by Israel would contradict the terms of the ceasefire Israel and Hamas agreed to in October 2025.

TL;DR: The expansion in control by Israel would contradict the terms of the ceasefire Israel and Hamas agreed to in October 2025.
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Italy restores lucky testicles on bull mosaic worn down by tourists

The artwork is the centre of a tradition that involves visitors performing three spins on it for good fortune.

More: Italy restores lucky testicles on bull mosaic worn down by tourists. The artwork is the centre of a tradition that involves visitors performing three spins on it for good fortune.
TL;DR: The artwork is the centre of a tradition that involves visitors performing three spins on it for good fortune.
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America's 250th anniversary plans start to fall apart

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More: America's 250th anniversary plans start to fall apart. 👉 Follow Trump100 on your podcast app 👈   
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Survival before safety for Delhi's poor as temperatures hit 45C

As temperatures peak, Delhi’s informal workers continue working despite growing health risks.

TL;DR: As temperatures peak, Delhi’s informal workers continue working despite growing health risks.
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How did this novel about food win a Booker Prize this year?

Taiwan Travelogue is the first novel translated from Mandarin Chinese to win the prestigious award.

More: How did this novel about food win a Booker Prize this year?. Taiwan Travelogue is the first novel translated from Mandarin Chinese to win the prestigious award.
TL;DR: Taiwan Travelogue is the first novel translated from Mandarin Chinese to win the prestigious award.
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Vance to USAFA Grads: AI Changes Warfare, But Not Who Makes Decisions

Vice President JD Vance urged new graduates from the U.S. Air Force Academy to be ready to adapt in an unpredictable era—and made the case that artificial intelligence cannot replace humans in making the most important decisions on the battlefield. The post Vance to USAFA Grads: AI Changes Warfare, But Not Who Makes Decisions appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: Vance to USAFA Grads: AI Changes Warfare, But Not Who Makes Decisions. Air Force Academy to be ready to adapt in an unpredictable era—and made the case that artificial intelligence cannot replace humans in making the most important decisions on the battlefield.
TL;DR: The post Vance to USAFA Grads: AI Changes Warfare, But Not Who Makes Decisions appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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Man jailed for 15 years over plot to attack Taylor Swift concert in Vienna

A 21-year-old Austrian man is found guilty of planning the attack and other terrorism-related offences.

More: Man jailed for 15 years over plot to attack Taylor Swift concert in Vienna. A 21-year-old Austrian man is found guilty of planning the attack and other terrorism-related offences.
TL;DR: A 21-year-old Austrian man is found guilty of planning the attack and other terrorism-related offences.
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Moscow, Taliban forge military alliance in power grab after US Afghanistan exit: reports

Russia and Afghanistan's Taliban government reportedly signed a military cooperation pact, solidifying Moscow's growing alliance in Central Asia.

TL;DR: Russia and Afghanistan's Taliban government reportedly signed a military cooperation pact, solidifying Moscow's growing alliance in Central Asia.
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AI Battlefield Assistant Deployed to Frontline Units

The US Army deployed 'Prometheus' — an AI assistant that analyzes sensor data and recommends tactical decisions in real-time to squad leaders.

TL;DR: The US Army deployed 'Prometheus' — an AI assistant that analyzes sensor data and recommends tactical decisions in real-time to squad leaders.
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Laser Weapon System Intercepts Drones in Operational Testing

China is launching submarines at a pace unmatched by any other nation. Its latest design, a distinctive and innovative vessel...

More: China is launching submarines at a pace unmatched by any other nation. Its latest design, a distinctive and innovative vessel... Read more News China is launching submarines at a pace unmatched by any other nation.
TL;DR: The US Navy's HELIOS laser system successfully engaged and destroyed 30 drone targets in a single continuous test.
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MQ-28 Ghost Bat Now Flying Over The Pacific From U.S. Navy Base

Boeing says tests off California are about showing the Australian-born MQ-28's maturity and promoting sales, which could include ones to the Pentagon. The post MQ-28 Ghost Bat Now Flying Over The Pacific From U.S. Navy Base appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Boeing says tests off California are about showing the Australian-born MQ-28's maturity and promoting sales, which could include ones to the Pentagon. The post MQ-28 Ghost Bat Now Flying Over The Pacific From U.S. Navy Base appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: Boeing says tests off California are about showing the Australian-born MQ-28's maturity and promoting sales, which could include ones to the Pentagon.
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Northrop: Faster B-21 Production Allows Air Force to Consider a Bigger Fleet

Northrop Grumman hopes its efforts to make more B-21 Raiders faster will encourage the Air Force to expand the final fleet size of the advanced stealth bomber. The post Northrop: Faster B-21 Production Allows Air Force to Consider a Bigger Fleet appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: Northrop: Faster B-21 Production Allows Air Force to Consider a Bigger Fleet. Northrop Grumman hopes its efforts to make more B-21 Raiders faster will encourage the Air Force to expand the final fleet size of the advanced stealth bomber. The post Northrop: Faster B-21 Production Allows Air Force to Consider a Bigger Fleet appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
TL;DR: The post Northrop: Faster B-21 Production Allows Air Force to Consider a Bigger Fleet appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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Epic Fury highlighted Space Force needs for distributed ops, EW sites

“We’ve seen in Operation Epic Fury, for the first time, that our space capabilities have been targeted and destroyed. We expect that to happen more,” Brig. Gen. Christopher Fernengel said today.

More: Epic Fury highlighted Space Force needs for distributed ops, EW sites. “We’ve seen in Operation Epic Fury, for the first time, that our space capabilities have been targeted and destroyed. Christopher Fernengel said today.
TL;DR: “We’ve seen in Operation Epic Fury, for the first time, that our space capabilities have been targeted and destroyed.
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Hypersonic Startup Nabs Contract For High-Speed Drone Testing

Venture capital-backed aircraft startup Hermeus announced May 28 its Quarterhorse unmanned aircraft will conduct a series of flight tests with the Defense Innovation Unit over the next few years. The post Hypersonic Startup Nabs Contract For High-Speed Drone Testing appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: Hypersonic Startup Nabs Contract For High-Speed Drone Testing. Venture capital-backed aircraft startup Hermeus announced May 28 its Quarterhorse unmanned aircraft will conduct a series of flight tests with the Defense Innovation Unit over the next few years. The post Hypersonic Startup Nabs Contract For High-Speed Drone Testing appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
TL;DR: The post Hypersonic Startup Nabs Contract For High-Speed Drone Testing appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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BAE Systems wins Army’s Soft Kill APS award, with first phase valued at $20 million

The system uses BAE’s Rapid Optical Observation and Kill (ROOK) program, which takes down threats by “confusing,” or jamming missile systems or drones.

More: WASHINGTON — BAE Systems was awarded the Army’s Soft Kill Active Protection System (APS) program of record, aimed at equipping the service’s ground vehicles with electronic warfare capabilities suited to defeat threats ranging from missiles to drones, the company announced. BAE has been developing its soft kill APS technology for several years.
TL;DR: The system uses BAE’s Rapid Optical Observation and Kill (ROOK) program, which takes down threats by “confusing,” or jamming missile systems or drones.
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US Army turns resupply drone into rocket launcher in new test

Though the drone was designed to haul supplies across the battlefield, the Army recently tried turning it into a rocket launcher.

More:   Thursday, May 28, 2026 A TRV-150 tactical resupply drone fires a 70mm Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) rocket during flight testing at Fort Rucker, Alabama, May 20. During an experiment at Fort Rucker, Alabama, defense industry partners successfully attached a three-shot weapon system on a Tactical Resupply Vehicle, or TRV 150 drone, in an attempt to fire 70 mil…
TL;DR: Though the drone was designed to haul supplies across the battlefield, the Army recently tried turning it into a rocket launcher.
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Turkey’s defense industry is leaning into autonomy and targeting Gulf markets

Middle East Bureau Chief Agnes Helou shares what she learned at Turkey’s SAHA defense expo.

More: Turkey’s defense industry is leaning into autonomy and targeting Gulf markets. Middle East Bureau Chief Agnes Helou shares what she learned at Turkey’s SAHA defense expo.
TL;DR: Middle East Bureau Chief Agnes Helou shares what she learned at Turkey’s SAHA defense expo.
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First Airman Graduates from Army’s New Jungle School, with More to Follow

The U.S. military’s newest jungle school has been an “embrace the suck” course for Marines and Soldiers since opening in January—not anymore. Staff Sgt. Duchaine Paul just became the first Airmen to graduate the rebooted jungle warfare course in the punishing Panamanian jungle.   The post First Airman Graduates from Army’s New Jungle School, with More to Follow appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: First Airman Graduates from Army’s New Jungle School, with More to Follow. Duchaine Paul just became the first Airmen to graduate the rebooted jungle warfare course in the punishing Panamanian jungle.   The post First Airman Graduates from Army’s New Jungle School, with More to Follow appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
TL;DR:   The post First Airman Graduates from Army’s New Jungle School, with More to Follow appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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Putin lands $16.5B nuclear win on Russia’s doorstep in massive Kazakhstan pact: reports

Putin and Tokayev signed a landmark $16.5 billion nuclear power plant deal, marking Russia's geopolitical victory in Central Asia, reports say.

TL;DR: Putin and Tokayev signed a landmark $16.5 billion nuclear power plant deal, marking Russia's geopolitical victory in Central Asia, reports say.
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Learning from Ukraine war, Hezbollah is now using fibre-optic drones to hit Israel

Fibre-optic drones are now Hezbollah's primary weapon against Israel's soldiers and civilians.

More: Learning from Ukraine war, Hezbollah is now using fibre-optic drones to hit Israel. Fibre-optic drones are now Hezbollah's primary weapon against Israel's soldiers and civilians.
TL;DR: Fibre-optic drones are now Hezbollah's primary weapon against Israel's soldiers and civilians.
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New Counter-Drone Optimized Pantsir Air Defense System Being Deployed Atop Skyscrapers In Moscow

A video showing a Pantsir-SMD-E being airlifted onto a skyscraper underscores Russian attempts to shield Moscow from increasing Ukrainian drone attacks. The post New Counter-Drone Optimized Pantsir Air Defense System Being Deployed Atop Skyscrapers In Moscow appeared first on The War Zone .

More: New Counter-Drone Optimized Pantsir Air Defense System Being Deployed Atop Skyscrapers In Moscow. A video showing a Pantsir-SMD-E being airlifted onto a skyscraper underscores Russian attempts to shield Moscow from increasing Ukrainian drone attacks.
TL;DR: The post New Counter-Drone Optimized Pantsir Air Defense System Being Deployed Atop Skyscrapers In Moscow appeared first on The War Zone .
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Gaza City hospitals say several killed in strike, as Israel targets Hamas leaders

At least five children were reportedly killed in the strike, which appears to have targeted a Hamas commander.

TL;DR: At least five children were reportedly killed in the strike, which appears to have targeted a Hamas commander.
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In cyber race against China, CYBERCOM bets on ‘quality over quantity’

Rep. Don Bacon sounded the alarm to Breaking Defense about China’s purported 10:1 workforce advantage when it comes to “offensive” cyber operations.

More: WASHINGTON — The top member on the House Armed Services subcommittee focused on cyber had a stark warning about how America’s greatest geopolitical rival is positioning itself to overwhelm the US military in cyberspace. US Cyber Command does a “great job with what they have,” he said, “but I think we’re underfunded and undermanned.
TL;DR: Don Bacon sounded the alarm to Breaking Defense about China’s purported 10:1 workforce advantage when it comes to “offensive” cyber operations.
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Lithuania to buy Patria armored vehicles, eyes local industry share

A contract is expected to be signed with the Finnish producer in 2027.

More: Lithuania to buy Patria armored vehicles, eyes local industry share. A contract is expected to be signed with the Finnish producer in 2027.
TL;DR: A contract is expected to be signed with the Finnish producer in 2027.
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Israel accuses UN of placing it on same sexual violence blacklist as Hamas terrorists, severs ties

Israeli officials blast the U.N. after accusing the body of placing Israel on a sexual violence blacklist that also includes Hamas and other terrorist groups.

More: Israel accuses UN of placing it on same sexual violence blacklist as Hamas terrorists, severs ties. Israeli officials blast the U.N. after accusing the body of placing Israel on a sexual violence blacklist that also includes Hamas and other terrorist groups.
TL;DR: Israeli officials blast the U.N.
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Villas, cars and cash: Italy seizes dead Mafia mobster's millions

Police say the operation targeted the network of notorious late Sicilian mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro.

More: Villas, cars and cash: Italy seizes dead Mafia mobster's millions. Police say the operation targeted the network of notorious late Sicilian mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro.
TL;DR: Police say the operation targeted the network of notorious late Sicilian mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro.
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Austal USA names new president

WASHINGTON — Austal USA has tapped Gene Miller to serve as the company’s president, after serving as interim president since February.

More: WASHINGTON — Austal USA has tapped Gene Miller to serve as the company’s president, after serving as interim president since February. “Gene’s selection reflects our confidence in the leadership team we have built and the direction Austal is moving toward,” Austal USA Chairman of the Board of Managers Chris Chadwick said in a news release Wednesday.
TL;DR: Austal USA announced in February that Gene Miller was serving as interim president.
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Ukraine to buy 20 new Gripen jets, Sweden to donate older jets sooner

  Thursday, May 28, 2026 Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky (L) and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson address a press conference in Uppsala, Sweden, on May 28, 2026.

More:   Thursday, May 28, 2026 Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky (L) and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson address a press conference in Uppsala, Sweden, on May 28, 2026. The two leaders had signed a letter of intent last year paving the way for Sweden to sell up to 150 Saab Gripen model E fighter jets to Ukraine, though deliveries of the newer model are several years away.
TL;DR: “We need these jets, and for us this is really a new page for Ukraine,” Zelenskyy said.
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After delivery of first tanks to Norway, EuroTrophy looks to wider European future

“This procurement of Leopard tanks to Norway came at the right timing with the rebuilding of German armed forces and their tank fleet and we could join with KNDS and [the] German and Norwegian government[s] to create the new baseline of the Leopard,” EuroTrophy Managing Director Dan Kalfus told Breaking Defense.

More: JERUSALEM — With the recent deliveries of two Leopard 2A8 tanks integrated with the Trophy Active Protection System (APS) to Norway, EuroTrophy — the joint venture between Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, KNDS and General Dynamics European Land Systems — is looking to expand further across Europe.
TL;DR: “This procurement of Leopard tanks to Norway came at the right timing with the rebuilding of German armed forces and their tank fleet and we could join with KNDS and [the] German and Norwegian government[s] to create the new baseline of the Leopard,” EuroTrophy Managing Director Dan Kalfus told Breaking Defense.
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Army Wants More Sensor-Laden Surveillance Balloons Over The Pacific

High-altitude balloons are an increasingly critical part of the Army's future combat strategy, from providing networking to sensing to delivering kinetic effects. The post Army Wants More Sensor-Laden Surveillance Balloons Over The Pacific appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Army Wants More Sensor-Laden Surveillance Balloons Over The Pacific. High-altitude balloons are an increasingly critical part of the Army's future combat strategy, from providing networking to sensing to delivering kinetic effects. The post Army Wants More Sensor-Laden Surveillance Balloons Over The Pacific appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post Army Wants More Sensor-Laden Surveillance Balloons Over The Pacific appeared first on The War Zone .
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Severity Of America’s Depleted Advanced Weapons Stockpiles Detailed In New Report

America's stockpile of critical standoff and air and missile defense weapons is now a strategic vulnerability foes could take advantage of. The post Severity Of America’s Depleted Advanced Weapons Stockpiles Detailed In New Report appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Severity Of America’s Depleted Advanced Weapons Stockpiles Detailed In New Report. America's stockpile of critical standoff and air and missile defense weapons is now a strategic vulnerability foes could take advantage of. The post Severity Of America’s Depleted Advanced Weapons Stockpiles Detailed In New Report appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: America's stockpile of critical standoff and air and missile defense weapons is now a strategic vulnerability foes could take advantage of.
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Germany’s defense minister makes rare personal pitch for submarine deal in Ottawa

“Canada opting for the 212CD would mean to consistently and sustainably pursue the transatlantic path towards closer integration of our economies.”

More: Germany’s defense minister makes rare personal pitch for submarine deal in Ottawa. “Canada opting for the 212CD would mean to consistently and sustainably pursue the transatlantic path towards closer integration of our economies.”
TL;DR: “Canada opting for the 212CD would mean to consistently and sustainably pursue the transatlantic path towards closer integration of our economies.”
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Ukrainian Gripen Fighters To Arrive In 2027, Long-Range Meteor Missiles Claimed To Be Included

Sweden’s transfer of Gripens will give Ukraine more than a new fighter, pairing its trademark dispersed operations with Meteor missiles and radar planes. The post Ukrainian Gripen Fighters To Arrive In 2027, Long-Range Meteor Missiles Claimed To Be Included appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Sweden’s transfer of Gripens will give Ukraine more than a new fighter, pairing its trademark dispersed operations with Meteor missiles and radar planes. The post Ukrainian Gripen Fighters To Arrive In 2027, Long-Range Meteor Missiles Claimed To Be Included appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: Sweden’s transfer of Gripens will give Ukraine more than a new fighter, pairing its trademark dispersed operations with Meteor missiles and radar planes.
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DIU ups Hermeus contract for high-speed drone

A recent award from the Defense Innovation Unit raises a total contract ceiling to $219 million, and will further develop Hermeus’ Quarterhorse drone to release payloads at speeds “up to and including Mach 3,” CEO Zach Shore told Breaking Defense.

More: WASHINGTON — The Defense Innovation Unit awarded aircraft startup Hermeus an additional $159 million, which the company revealed today will fund work for its Quarterhorse drone to carry and release payloads at high speeds. “You’re looking at something that’s effectively an unmanned F-16,” Shore said, referring to the company’s Mk 2 Quarterhorse drone.
TL;DR: A recent award from the Defense Innovation Unit raises a total contract ceiling to $219 million, and will further develop Hermeus’ Quarterhorse drone to release payloads at speeds “up to and including Mach 3,” CEO Zach Shore told Breaking Defense.
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US troops are reportedly being targeted using location data, Pentagon says

U.S. forces deployed to war zones have been targeted using commercially available location data, according to reports fielded by military officials.

More:   Thursday, May 28, 2026 U.S. Central Command said it had “received multiple threat reports concerning adversary exploitation of commercial location data." (DOD) U.S. Central Command said it had “received multiple threat reports concerning adversary exploitation of commercial location data to target or surveil U.S.
TL;DR: forces deployed to war zones have been targeted using commercially available location data, according to reports fielded by military officials.
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Ukraine to acquire up to 20 Gripen fighter jets, on track to receive batch of older models  

In a statement announcing both moves, Stockholm said that Kyiv “plans to allocate” €2.5 billion ($2.9 billion) from the European Union’s Ukraine Support Loan to fund the package for the more modern Gripen combat aircraft.

More: BELFAST — Sweden announced today that Ukraine has agreed to order up to 20 Saab-manufactured Gripen E/F fighter jets and will receive a donation of 16 older Gripen C/D standard aircraft from the Nordic nation. “When Ukraine proceeds with the intended purchase, Sweden also aims to donate sixteen Gripen C/D aircraft as bilateral assistance,” noted the statement.
TL;DR: In a statement announcing both moves, Stockholm said that Kyiv “plans to allocate” €2.5 billion ($2.9 billion) from the European Union’s Ukraine Support Loan to fund the package for the more modern Gripen combat aircraft.
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Three wounded in Swiss train station 'bladed weapon' attack, phrase 'Allahu Akbar' allegedly shouted

Police say a 31-year-old was arrested after allegedly wounding three people using a bladed weapon at train station in Switzerland.

TL;DR: Police say a 31-year-old was arrested after allegedly wounding three people using a bladed weapon at train station in Switzerland.
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Canada wants Saab early-warning aircraft under push to retool defense suppliers

Prime Minister Mark Carney has pledged to diversify and localize defense production following continued threats by U.S. President Trump.

More: Canada wants Saab early-warning aircraft under push to retool defense suppliers. Prime Minister Mark Carney has pledged to diversify and localize defense production following continued threats by U.S. President Trump.
TL;DR: Prime Minister Mark Carney has pledged to diversify and localize defense production following continued threats by U.S.
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Search For New 5.56mm “Flyweight” Special Operations Machine Gun To Kick Off Soon

The Flyweight Assault Machine Gun will provide a replacement for a lightweight special operations-specific version of the M249 SAW. The post Search For New 5.56mm “Flyweight” Special Operations Machine Gun To Kick Off Soon appeared first on The War Zone .

More: The Flyweight Assault Machine Gun will provide a replacement for a lightweight special operations-specific version of the M249 SAW. The post Search For New 5.56mm “Flyweight” Special Operations Machine Gun To Kick Off Soon appeared first on The War Zone .
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House Panel Proposes Eliminating SDA, Space RCO

House lawmakers this week included language in their version of the fiscal 2027 defense policy bill that would dissolve two Space Force rapid acquisition organizations, absorbing their programs and potentially replicating their authorities in the service’s new portfolio-based acquisition system.  The post House Panel Proposes Eliminating SDA, Space RCO appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: House lawmakers this week included language in their version of the fiscal 2027 defense policy bill that would dissolve two Space Force rapid acquisition organizations, absorbing their programs and potentially replicating their authorities in the service’s new portfolio-based acquisition system.
TL;DR: House lawmakers this week included language in their version of the fiscal 2027 defense policy bill that would dissolve two Space Force rapid acquisition organizations, absorbing their programs and potentially replicating their authorities in the service’s new portfolio-based acquisition system.  The post House Panel Proposes Eliminating SDA, Space RCO appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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US Strikes Drone Site in Iran, Says Ceasefire Still in Place

The U.S. military struck Iran for the second time this week, carrying out attacks on an Iranian military facility on May 27, U.S. officials said. Iran responded by firing a ballistic missile at Kuwait, which hosts Ali Al Salem Air Base. The post US Strikes Drone Site in Iran, Says Ceasefire Still in Place appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: US Strikes Drone Site in Iran, Says Ceasefire Still in Place. military struck Iran for the second time this week, carrying out attacks on an Iranian military facility on May 27, U.S. The post US Strikes Drone Site in Iran, Says Ceasefire Still in Place appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
TL;DR: The post US Strikes Drone Site in Iran, Says Ceasefire Still in Place appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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We analysed thousands of Trump's posts - here's what we found

The BBC's Ros Atkins and BBC Verify sifted through thousands of the president's posts.

TL;DR: The BBC's Ros Atkins and BBC Verify sifted through thousands of the president's posts.
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How my brother went from liberal Hollywood actor to manosphere 'messiah'

The sister of Mexican influencer El Temach tells the BBC she does not recognise him any more.

More: How my brother went from liberal Hollywood actor to manosphere 'messiah'. The sister of Mexican influencer El Temach tells the BBC she does not recognise him any more.
TL;DR: The sister of Mexican influencer El Temach tells the BBC she does not recognise him any more.
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Pentagon eyes drone testing ground in Mississippi

  Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Multinational special operations forces on an MH-6 Little Bird helicopter and a boat approach a simulated enemy position during a demonstration at the 2018 International Spe…

More:   Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Multinational special operations forces on an MH-6 Little Bird helicopter and a boat approach a simulated enemy position during a demonstration at the 2018 International Special Operations Forces week in Tampa, Fla.
TL;DR: Special Operations Command is looking to build a new testing ground for drones in Mississippi.
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Pentagon awards Dell $9.7 billion contract to consolidate software licenses

The five-year blanket purchase agreement consolidates Microsoft 365 licenses into a single contract vehicle.

More: Pentagon awards Dell $9.7 billion contract to consolidate software licenses. The five-year blanket purchase agreement consolidates Microsoft 365 licenses into a single contract vehicle.
TL;DR: The five-year blanket purchase agreement consolidates Microsoft 365 licenses into a single contract vehicle.
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New Aviation Mishap Task Force to Examine ‘Concerning’ Rise in Incidents

The Pentagon established an Aviation Mishap Task Force earlier this year "to address concerning trends” in safety and help produce an action plan, officials say.  The post New Aviation Mishap Task Force to Examine ‘Concerning’ Rise in Incidents appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: The task force was set up Jan. The Air Force and Army in particular had more Class A mishaps in ’24 than they had had in years. The Air Force and Army’s rate of flight mishaps per 100,000 was also their most in a decade.
TL;DR: The Pentagon established an Aviation Mishap Task Force earlier this year "to address concerning trends” in safety and help produce an action plan, officials say.  The post New Aviation Mishap Task Force to Examine ‘Concerning’ Rise in Incidents appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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Lawmakers Push Back on Air Force’s Scaled-Down Plans for MH-139 Helicopter

The Air Force scaled back its plans for the new MH-139 helicopter two years ago. The House Armed Services Committee is pushing back in its draft of the National Defense Authorization bill released May 26. The post Lawmakers Push Back on Air Force’s Scaled-Down Plans for MH-139 Helicopter appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: The Air Force scaled back its plans for the new MH-139 helicopter two years ago. The House Armed Services Committee is pushing back in its draft of the National Defense Authorization bill released May 26. The post Lawmakers Push Back on Air Force’s Scaled-Down Plans for MH-139 Helicopter appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
TL;DR: The post Lawmakers Push Back on Air Force’s Scaled-Down Plans for MH-139 Helicopter appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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Dept. of Air Force ‘still working’ to sort space programs into acquisition portfolios: Ainsworth

The Department of the Air Force in “the coming days” will announce the finalized PAE structure along with the names of each office leader, Thomas Ainsworth, acting space acquisition chief, said.

More: WASHINGTON ― Department of the Air Force (DAF) acting space acquisition czar Thomas Ainsworth said today that work is not yet finished to sort Space Force programs into the new portfolio acquisition executive (PAE) structure mandated by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. We’re still working it,” he told the State of the Space Industrial Base (SSIB) conference in New Mexico.
TL;DR: The Department of the Air Force in “the coming days” will announce the finalized PAE structure along with the names of each office leader, Thomas Ainsworth, acting space acquisition chief, said.
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US munitions depleted by Iran war will take years to restore, analysis finds

Replenishing stockpiles of critical weapons systems could take until 2030 or 2031, creating a "window of vulnerability," a new analysis found.

More: US munitions depleted by Iran war will take years to restore, analysis finds. Replenishing stockpiles of critical weapons systems could take until 2030 or 2031, creating a "window of vulnerability," a new analysis found.
TL;DR: Replenishing stockpiles of critical weapons systems could take until 2030 or 2031, creating a "window of vulnerability," a new analysis found.
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F-35 Controls General Atomics Drone in CCA Autonomy Test

An F-35 Joint Strike Fighter teamed up with a General Atomics MQ-20 Avenger drone in a recent test to refine the Air Force's Collaborative Combat Aircraft concept, the company said in a May 27 statement. The post F-35 Controls General Atomics Drone in CCA Autonomy Test appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .

More: F-35 Controls General Atomics Drone in CCA Autonomy Test. An F-35 Joint Strike Fighter teamed up with a General Atomics MQ-20 Avenger drone in a recent test to refine the Air Force's Collaborative Combat Aircraft concept, the company said in a May 27 statement. The post F-35 Controls General Atomics Drone in CCA Autonomy Test appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
TL;DR: The post F-35 Controls General Atomics Drone in CCA Autonomy Test appeared first on Air & Space Forces Magazine .
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How US Army combat medics are preparing for an Indo-Pacific fight

Distance, contested air, communication disruptions, weather and limited evacuation platforms could greatly impact timely access to medical care.

More: How US Army combat medics are preparing for an Indo-Pacific fight. Distance, contested air, communication disruptions, weather and limited evacuation platforms could greatly impact timely access to medical care.
TL;DR: Distance, contested air, communication disruptions, weather and limited evacuation platforms could greatly impact timely access to medical care.
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US Army integrates veterinarians into human combat care

The Army wants to better utilize veterinarians in combat medicine to prepare for the possibility of large-scale operations in the Indo-Pacific.

More:   Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Veterinarians showcase medical care on a high-fidelity canine model at the Land Forces Pacific Symposium and Exposition on May 13, 2026. The unit, based at Fort Shafter, Hawaii, showcased a mock Forward Resuscitative Surgical Detachment tent to display their high-fidelity canine model, which is an anatomically accurate representation of a canine meant…
TL;DR: The Army wants to better utilize veterinarians in combat medicine to prepare for the possibility of large-scale operations in the Indo-Pacific.
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Inside The Effort To Build Ukraine’s Ground Robot Arsenal

Ukraine has a voracious demand for ground drones as they increasingly perform logistics, rescue and combat operations. The post Inside The Effort To Build Ukraine’s Ground Robot Arsenal appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Inside The Effort To Build Ukraine’s Ground Robot Arsenal. Ukraine has a voracious demand for ground drones as they increasingly perform logistics, rescue and combat operations. The post Inside The Effort To Build Ukraine’s Ground Robot Arsenal appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: Ukraine has a voracious demand for ground drones as they increasingly perform logistics, rescue and combat operations.
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US Army receives first lightweight Javelin launchers

The U.S. Army has received its first batch of new, lighter Javelin launchers, defense contractor RTX announced in a statement Tuesday.

More:   Wednesday, May 27, 2026 U.S. Marines fire the FGM-148 Javelin during live-fire training at the Combined Arms Training Center, Camp Fuji, Japan, on Oct. They can be particularly useful against enemy vehicles and strongholds, making them valuable for Ukraine’s defense against Russia.
TL;DR: Army has received its first batch of new, lighter Javelin launchers, defense contractor RTX announced in a statement Tuesday.
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After Iran attacks, Turkish industry seeing increased Gulf interest in air defense platforms

Both companies expressed their readiness to transfer technology in line with mandates in Gulf states to localize defense production.

More: After Iran attacks, Turkish industry seeing increased Gulf interest in air defense platforms. Both companies expressed their readiness to transfer technology in line with mandates in Gulf states to localize defense production.
TL;DR: Both companies expressed their readiness to transfer technology in line with mandates in Gulf states to localize defense production.
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How the US, allies and adversaries see the future of drone wingmen

In the third video focused on manned-unmanned teaming, we trace how the concept has evolved inside the US defense industry and among other militaries across the globe.

More: In this third edition of our new series looking at the past, present and future of manned-unmanned teaming, we look at some industrial base issues, check in with what the Navy is doing and then ask how allies — and competitors — around the world are approaching the concept of loyal wingman drones. To learn more, check out the first or second videos in our series.
TL;DR: In the third video focused on manned-unmanned teaming, we trace how the concept has evolved inside the US defense industry and among other militaries across the globe.
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Defense-driven demand powers surge in US listings by mining firms

This year’s transactions have brought producers of antimony, rare earths, tungsten and uranium to the NYSE and Nasdaq.

More: Defense-driven demand powers surge in US listings by mining firms. This year’s transactions have brought producers of antimony, rare earths, tungsten and uranium to the NYSE and Nasdaq.
TL;DR: This year’s transactions have brought producers of antimony, rare earths, tungsten and uranium to the NYSE and Nasdaq.
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Airbus Looks To Sweden’s Saab As Europe’s Sixth-Gen Fighter Plans Unravel

As FCAS tensions deepen, Airbus is exploring alternatives with Saab, raising the prospect of a shakeup in Europe’s future air combat plans. The post Airbus Looks To Sweden’s Saab As Europe’s Sixth-Gen Fighter Plans Unravel appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Airbus Looks To Sweden’s Saab As Europe’s Sixth-Gen Fighter Plans Unravel. As FCAS tensions deepen, Airbus is exploring alternatives with Saab, raising the prospect of a shakeup in Europe’s future air combat plans. The post Airbus Looks To Sweden’s Saab As Europe’s Sixth-Gen Fighter Plans Unravel appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post Airbus Looks To Sweden’s Saab As Europe’s Sixth-Gen Fighter Plans Unravel appeared first on The War Zone .
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Senior Ukrainian commander sees imminent ‘turning point’ in war

Ukraine has a six-month window in which to seize the battlefield initiative from Russia and strengthen its hand for peace talks, a senior commander said.

More:   Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Ukrainian troops fire a BM-21 Grad multiple launch rocket system toward Russian positions, May 25, 2026. Brigadier General Andriy Biletsky, who commands Ukraine’s Third Army Corps , one of Ukraine’s most respected fighting forces, told Reuters in an interview that he believes Russia’s army is exhausted and incapable of making major breakthroughs.
TL;DR: Ukraine has a six-month window in which to seize the battlefield initiative from Russia and strengthen its hand for peace talks, a senior commander said.
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Congress Moves To Block Trump Class Battleship Work Until Its Key Weapons Are Mature

Such a delay could end the battleship program before it really starts, and the House Armed Services Committee is also demanding answers on the new frigate. The post Congress Moves To Block Trump Class Battleship Work Until Its Key Weapons Are Mature appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Congress Moves To Block Trump Class Battleship Work Until Its Key Weapons Are Mature. Such a delay could end the battleship program before it really starts, and the House Armed Services Committee is also demanding answers on the new frigate. The post Congress Moves To Block Trump Class Battleship Work Until Its Key Weapons Are Mature appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post Congress Moves To Block Trump Class Battleship Work Until Its Key Weapons Are Mature appeared first on The War Zone .
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Canada enters talks with Saab for GlobalEye purchase

While no deal is finalized, Sweden’s Prime Minister stated that he looks forward to “welcoming Canada into the GlobalEye family.”

More: MILAN — Canada has entered into negotiations with Saab for the planned procurement of the Swedish-made GlobalEye airborne early warning and control aircraft, though no deal is official yet. A Saab press release clarified that Ottawa has selected the company as its “preferred supplier” for its future Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) capability program.
TL;DR: While no deal is finalized, Sweden’s Prime Minister stated that he looks forward to “welcoming Canada into the GlobalEye family.”
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Canada to buy Polish drones, deepen defense ties by leveraging EU SAFE funds

In December, Canada became the only non-European country to gain entry into the €150 billion SAFE defense borrowing and procurement scheme. 

More: M ILAN — Canada and Poland are deepening their military-industrial ties through a new agreement that will leverage the EU’s Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative to fund joint projects. The Letter of Intent was signed on Tuesday by the Canadian National Defense Minister, David J.
TL;DR: In December, Canada became the only non-European country to gain entry into the €150 billion SAFE defense borrowing and procurement scheme. 
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The KC-46 has finally landed in Israel. The US needs to keep pushing forward.

Israel now has its own KC-46, but the US needs to do much more to help grow Israel’s tanker force, argue Justin Leopold-Cohen and Bradley Bowman.

More: The Israeli Air Force (IAF) has received a major upgrade to its vital but aging air refueling capabilities, as the first American-made KC-46 tanker was delivered to Israel today. Israel’s current inventory of refueling tankers is reported to include no more than seven Boeing 707 “Re’em” aircraft.
TL;DR: Israel now has its own KC-46, but the US needs to do much more to help grow Israel’s tanker force, argue Justin Leopold-Cohen and Bradley Bowman.
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F/A-18 Super Hornets Eyed To Replace Navy’s Remaining F-5 Adversaries

Swapping dated F-5s for F/A-18E/Fs would give the Navy a more threat representative adversary fleet to emulate advanced enemies, like China. The post F/A-18 Super Hornets Eyed To Replace Navy’s Remaining F-5 Adversaries appeared first on The War Zone .

More: F/A-18 Super Hornets Eyed To Replace Navy’s Remaining F-5 Adversaries. Swapping dated F-5s for F/A-18E/Fs would give the Navy a more threat representative adversary fleet to emulate advanced enemies, like China. The post F/A-18 Super Hornets Eyed To Replace Navy’s Remaining F-5 Adversaries appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post F/A-18 Super Hornets Eyed To Replace Navy’s Remaining F-5 Adversaries appeared first on The War Zone .
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US ally pledges support for Trump's push to break Iran's grip on Hormuz: 'We are ready to contribute'

Czech Foreign Minister Macinka voices strong support for Trump, defends increased European defense spending and warns Iran poses a global nuclear threat.

More: US ally pledges support for Trump's push to break Iran's grip on Hormuz: 'We are ready to contribute'. Czech Foreign Minister Macinka voices strong support for Trump, defends increased European defense spending and warns Iran poses a global nuclear threat.
TL;DR: Czech Foreign Minister Macinka voices strong support for Trump, defends increased European defense spending and warns Iran poses a global nuclear threat.
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Crash involving speeding train, minibus in Belgium leaves 4 dead including 2 children

Four people, including two children, were killed when a passenger train hit a minibus at a crossing near Buggenhout, Belgium, during the morning rush.

TL;DR: Four people, including two children, were killed when a passenger train hit a minibus at a crossing near Buggenhout, Belgium, during the morning rush.
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Israel eliminates head of Hamas' military wing in Gaza strike

Israeli forces killed Mohammed Odeh, the new head of Hamas' military wing, in an airstrike in northern Gaza, according to the Israel Defense Forces.

TL;DR: Israeli forces killed Mohammed Odeh, the new head of Hamas' military wing, in an airstrike in northern Gaza, according to the Israel Defense Forces.
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Latvia sends mobile intercept units to Russian border in wake of drone incursions

“The force teams we plan to deploy to the border in the coming days will be equipped with local interceptor drones,” a Latvian military official said.

More:   Wednesday, May 27, 2026 A drone flies over a target during the International military anti drone exercise Baltic Trust 25 (BATT25) at the Selonia (Selija) military training ground near Viesite, Latvia, on Aug.
TL;DR: “The force teams we plan to deploy to the border in the coming days will be equipped with local interceptor drones,” a Latvian military official said.
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Iran and Houthi terror proxy facing Red Sea threat from pro-US African nation

Sen. Ted Cruz advocates recognizing Somaliland as the U.S. reportedly explores military access to the breakaway state's port and airbase facilities.

More: Iran and Houthi terror proxy facing Red Sea threat from pro-US African nation. Ted Cruz advocates recognizing Somaliland as the U.S. reportedly explores military access to the breakaway state's port and airbase facilities.
TL;DR: reportedly explores military access to the breakaway state's port and airbase facilities.
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Canadian fighter pilot school to get M-346 trainer jets from Leonardo

The ITPS currently trains pilots on the Aero Vodochody L-39 and is working with over ten air forces to provide advanced jet training, the school CEO said.

More:   Wednesday, May 27, 2026 An M-346 aircraft performs on the first day of NATO Days in Ostrava and Czech Air Force Days in Mosnov, Czech Republic, on Sept. The M-346 has now flown over 160,000 hours with over 160 aircraft sold to date. Its more recent trainer-light fighter version has been sold to Indonesia, Turkmenistan, Austria and Nigeria.
TL;DR: The ITPS currently trains pilots on the Aero Vodochody L-39 and is working with over ten air forces to provide advanced jet training, the school CEO said.
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Israeli ambassador compares France's far-left leader's rhetoric to Hitler as antisemitism surges

France recorded 1,320 antisemitic acts in 2025, up from 436 in 2022, as Jewish families alter daily habits to avoid being identified, CRIF's president says.

TL;DR: France recorded 1,320 antisemitic acts in 2025, up from 436 in 2022, as Jewish families alter daily habits to avoid being identified, CRIF's president says.
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DARPA launches search for robot medics to treat battlefield casualties

DARPA envisions a future where "medicbots" link up to drag wounded personnel to safety, inject lifesaving drugs and form splits around broken limbs.

More:   Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Airmen with the 155th Security Forces Squadron provide security over a casualty following a simulated drone attack at the Nebraska National Guard air base in Lincoln, Nebraska, Feb. Air National Guard) In situations where battlefield medical care becomes overwhelmed during heavy combat, the U.S.
TL;DR: DARPA envisions a future where "medicbots" link up to drag wounded personnel to safety, inject lifesaving drugs and form splits around broken limbs.
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US lawmakers weigh aviation fuel cost increase from Iran war in fiscal 2027 defense hearing

Ahead of drafting fiscal year 2027’s NDAA, U.S. lawmakers are grappling with the rise in fuel prices and what it means for the military's aviation costs.

More: US lawmakers weigh aviation fuel cost increase from Iran war in fiscal 2027 defense hearing. Ahead of drafting fiscal year 2027’s NDAA, U.S. lawmakers are grappling with the rise in fuel prices and what it means for the military's aviation costs.
TL;DR: Ahead of drafting fiscal year 2027’s NDAA, U.S.
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Israeli Troops Turn To Fishing Nets For Protection Against Hezbollah FPV Drones

Fishing nets, a staple of the Sea of Galilee going back to biblical times, are now providing protection on the modern battlefield. The post Israeli Troops Turn To Fishing Nets For Protection Against Hezbollah FPV Drones appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Israeli Troops Turn To Fishing Nets For Protection Against Hezbollah FPV Drones. Fishing nets, a staple of the Sea of Galilee going back to biblical times, are now providing protection on the modern battlefield. The post Israeli Troops Turn To Fishing Nets For Protection Against Hezbollah FPV Drones appeared first on The War Zone .
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Cost To Link LUCAS Kamikaze Drones To Starlink Highlights Pentagon’s Ever-Growing Dependence On SpaceX

The Pentagon has pushed back on reports of a massive upcharge in fees, but SpaceX's products have become largely essential to U.S. operations. The post Cost To Link LUCAS Kamikaze Drones To Starlink Highlights Pentagon’s Ever-Growing Dependence On SpaceX appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Cost To Link LUCAS Kamikaze Drones To Starlink Highlights Pentagon’s Ever-Growing Dependence On SpaceX. The Pentagon has pushed back on reports of a massive upcharge in fees, but SpaceX's products have become largely essential to U.S. The post Cost To Link LUCAS Kamikaze Drones To Starlink Highlights Pentagon’s Ever-Growing Dependence On SpaceX appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The Pentagon has pushed back on reports of a massive upcharge in fees, but SpaceX's products have become largely essential to U.S.
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Pentagon spars with SpaceX over Starlink price hike during Iran war

  Tuesday, May 26, 2026 A Falcon 9 carrying Starlink satellites streaks across the sky in the latest SpaceX launch as viewed from Venice Beach, California, April 6, 2026.

More:   Tuesday, May 26, 2026 A Falcon 9 carrying Starlink satellites streaks across the sky in the latest SpaceX launch as viewed from Venice Beach, California, April 6, 2026. model comparable to Iran’s Shahed that can circle over a target area before diving to detonate on impact — is part of increasing tensions between SpaceX and the Pentagon over Starlink pricing in recent months…
TL;DR: The Pentagon should be paying more for access to their satellite Wi-Fi network, SpaceX officials argues.
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US launches ‘self-defense’ strikes against Iran amid ongoing ceasefire

The U.S. military conducted military strikes Monday against Iranian missile launch sites and boats it said were attempting to lay mines.

More:   Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance fires a Tomahawk Land Attack Missile in support of Operation Epic Fury on Feb. Central Command spokesperson. fired at Iranian missile and drone launch sites, command-and-control locations, and intelligence and surveillance hubs after “unprovoked” Iranian attacks on Arleigh Burke-class destroyers…
TL;DR: military conducted military strikes Monday against Iranian missile launch sites and boats it said were attempting to lay mines.
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Mother, boyfriend allegedly abandoned blindfolded young sons in remote forest as part of 'game': reports

Marine Rousseau and Marc Ballabriga allegedly abandoned her two young children in a forest in Europe, blindfolding them as part of a so-called game.

TL;DR: Marine Rousseau and Marc Ballabriga allegedly abandoned her two young children in a forest in Europe, blindfolding them as part of a so-called game.
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Where Are The Carriers As Of May 26, 2026: Nimitz Arrives In The Caribbean

Meanwhile, USS George Washington departed Yokosuka, Japan, amid heightened Chinese naval activity in the Western Pacific. The post Where Are The Carriers As Of May 26, 2026: Nimitz Arrives In The Caribbean appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Where Are The Carriers As Of May 26, 2026: Nimitz Arrives In The Caribbean. Meanwhile, USS George Washington departed Yokosuka, Japan, amid heightened Chinese naval activity in the Western Pacific. The post Where Are The Carriers As Of May 26, 2026: Nimitz Arrives In The Caribbean appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post Where Are The Carriers As Of May 26, 2026: Nimitz Arrives In The Caribbean appeared first on The War Zone .
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Another Day Of Uncertainty In The Strait After U.S. Claims Strikes On Iranian Minelayers

Negotiations to end the war drag on as the crisis in the Strait continues to evolve. The post Another Day Of Uncertainty In The Strait After U.S. Claims Strikes On Iranian Minelayers appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Another Day Of Uncertainty In The Strait After U.S. Negotiations to end the war drag on as the crisis in the Strait continues to evolve. Claims Strikes On Iranian Minelayers appeared first on The War Zone .
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‘Designated target’ Mojtaba Khamenei to sign Trump deal in ‘unprecedented’ courier setup

Experts say the U.S. is negotiating with an invisible counterparty as Mojtaba Khamenei reportedly remains in hiding and relies on secret couriers.

More: ‘Designated target’ Mojtaba Khamenei to sign Trump deal in ‘unprecedented’ courier setup. Experts say the U.S. is negotiating with an invisible counterparty as Mojtaba Khamenei reportedly remains in hiding and relies on secret couriers.
TL;DR: is negotiating with an invisible counterparty as Mojtaba Khamenei reportedly remains in hiding and relies on secret couriers.
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Funerals, beauty queens and bombs: The Ukrainian city that won’t let Putin win

Mayor Sadovyi says Lviv has lost 2,000 citizens and built rehabilitation centers as the city tries to remain unbroken amid Russia's ongoing war.

TL;DR: Mayor Sadovyi says Lviv has lost 2,000 citizens and built rehabilitation centers as the city tries to remain unbroken amid Russia's ongoing war.
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Report: US to cut strategic bombers and warships available to NATO in a crisis

The number of U.S. fighter jets is set to fall by a third, Spiegel cited U.S. envoy Alexander Velez-Green as saying during the closed-door meeting.

More: Report: US to cut strategic bombers and warships available to NATO in a crisis. fighter jets is set to fall by a third, Spiegel cited U.S. envoy Alexander Velez-Green as saying during the closed-door meeting.
TL;DR: fighter jets is set to fall by a third, Spiegel cited U.S.
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Australia starts ‘high-risk’ life extension of its submarine fleet

The Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) has issued a damning verdict on Department of Defence planning for the life-extension program.

More:   Tuesday, May 26, 2026 The Royal Australian Navy's HMAS Waller, a Collins-class diesel-electric submarine, is seen in Sydney Harbour on Nov. The boat Farncomb, the submarine with the greatest mileage, is the first vessel to undergo the process at the government-owned ASC shipyard near Adelaide.
TL;DR: The Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) has issued a damning verdict on Department of Defence planning for the life-extension program.
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South Korea Getting Nuclear Submarines Is A Huge Deal

Nuclear propulsion will give South Korea more capable subs, but it will also lay the groundwork for a future sea-based nuclear deterrent option. The post South Korea Getting Nuclear Submarines Is A Huge Deal appeared first on The War Zone .

More: South Korea Getting Nuclear Submarines Is A Huge Deal. Nuclear propulsion will give South Korea more capable subs, but it will also lay the groundwork for a future sea-based nuclear deterrent option. The post South Korea Getting Nuclear Submarines Is A Huge Deal appeared first on The War Zone .
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India boosts drone warfare capability with compact missile

Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh called the successful development trials a “strategic milestone” toward self-reliance in defense.

More:   Tuesday, May 26, 2026 This undated photo provided by Indian government purports to show an aerial intercept with the country's new, drone-launched ULPGM-V3 mini missile. (Indian Press Information Bureau) NEW DELHI — India has completed final developmental trials of a new precision guided missile that can be launched from drones to engage both ground and aerial targets.
TL;DR: Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh called the successful development trials a “strategic milestone” toward self-reliance in defense.
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World's humanitarian system buckling, 'no longer fit for purpose,' US-based researchers say

A new Lancet report argues the global humanitarian system needs major reform as crises around the world overwhelm current aid delivery.

More: World's humanitarian system buckling, 'no longer fit for purpose,' US-based researchers say. A new Lancet report argues the global humanitarian system needs major reform as crises around the world overwhelm current aid delivery.
TL;DR: A new Lancet report argues the global humanitarian system needs major reform as crises around the world overwhelm current aid delivery.
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Another Battle Damaged KC-135 Tanker Seen Passing Through RAF Mildenhall

The images of the shrapnel-peppered KC-135 are another example of the damage inflicted by Iran during the now-paused war. The post Another Battle Damaged KC-135 Tanker Seen Passing Through RAF Mildenhall appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Another Battle Damaged KC-135 Tanker Seen Passing Through RAF Mildenhall. The images of the shrapnel-peppered KC-135 are another example of the damage inflicted by Iran during the now-paused war. The post Another Battle Damaged KC-135 Tanker Seen Passing Through RAF Mildenhall appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post Another Battle Damaged KC-135 Tanker Seen Passing Through RAF Mildenhall appeared first on The War Zone .
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Iran signals ‘mass sacrifice’ in 'high stakes' Saddam-era warning amid Trump deal talks

Expert says Iran's Pezeshkian mapped a foundational wartime symbol onto current U.S. and Israel tensions, signaling Tehran won't back down easily.

More: Iran signals ‘mass sacrifice’ in 'high stakes' Saddam-era warning amid Trump deal talks. Expert says Iran's Pezeshkian mapped a foundational wartime symbol onto current U.S. and Israel tensions, signaling Tehran won't back down easily.
TL;DR: Expert says Iran's Pezeshkian mapped a foundational wartime symbol onto current U.S.
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China’s “Bohai Sea Monster” Reappears With Apparent Weapons Hardpoints

New details add weight to the idea that the “Bohai Sea Monster” has a kinetic role to play, although the general concept could be supersized for other missions. The post China’s “Bohai Sea Monster” Reappears With Apparent Weapons Hardpoints appeared first on The War Zone .

More: China’s “Bohai Sea Monster” Reappears With Apparent Weapons Hardpoints. New details add weight to the idea that the “Bohai Sea Monster” has a kinetic role to play, although the general concept could be supersized for other missions. The post China’s “Bohai Sea Monster” Reappears With Apparent Weapons Hardpoints appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post China’s “Bohai Sea Monster” Reappears With Apparent Weapons Hardpoints appeared first on The War Zone .
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Pope Leo warns AI risks becoming tool of 'domination, exclusion and death' in new encyclical

The pope unveils "Magnifica Humanitas" encyclical, warning artificial intelligence risks becoming a tool of domination unless governments set moral limits.

TL;DR: The pope unveils "Magnifica Humanitas" encyclical, warning artificial intelligence risks becoming a tool of domination unless governments set moral limits.
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USAF’s New Turbocharged ULTRA Surveillance Drones Are Heading To The Middle East

The persistent surveillance capabilities the glider-like ULTRA offers are in high demand, especially amid MQ-9 losses in fighting with Iran. The post USAF’s New Turbocharged ULTRA Surveillance Drones Are Heading To The Middle East appeared first on The War Zone .

More: USAF’s New Turbocharged ULTRA Surveillance Drones Are Heading To The Middle East. The persistent surveillance capabilities the glider-like ULTRA offers are in high demand, especially amid MQ-9 losses in fighting with Iran. The post USAF’s New Turbocharged ULTRA Surveillance Drones Are Heading To The Middle East appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post USAF’s New Turbocharged ULTRA Surveillance Drones Are Heading To The Middle East appeared first on The War Zone .
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Canadian teen girl charged with arson after allegedly torching American baseball team's charter bus

A Canadian teen is charged with arson after allegedly setting fire to a U.S. baseball team's charter bus during a road trip to Winnipeg, police say.

More: Canadian teen girl charged with arson after allegedly torching American baseball team's charter bus. A Canadian teen is charged with arson after allegedly setting fire to a U.S. baseball team's charter bus during a road trip to Winnipeg, police say.
TL;DR: A Canadian teen is charged with arson after allegedly setting fire to a U.S.
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At least 82 killed after massive gas explosion rips through coal mine in China

A massive gas explosion ripped through a coal mine in China's Shanxi province, killing at least 82 people and hospitalizing 120 others, the AP reports.

TL;DR: A massive gas explosion ripped through a coal mine in China's Shanxi province, killing at least 82 people and hospitalizing 120 others, the AP reports.
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Deadly suicide blast rips through Pakistan train route, killing at least 23

At least 23 killed and 70 wounded after a suicide bomber reportedly detonated an explosives-laden vehicle alongside an incoming passenger train in Quetta, Pakistan.

TL;DR: At least 23 killed and 70 wounded after a suicide bomber reportedly detonated an explosives-laden vehicle alongside an incoming passenger train in Quetta, Pakistan.
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Peacekeeping troop numbers fall to lowest in at least 25 years, SIPRI says

The U.S. took “significant action” in 2025 to withdraw from, defund or challenge various UN bodies, think tank analysts wrote in the report.

More: Peacekeeping troop numbers fall to lowest in at least 25 years, SIPRI says. took “significant action” in 2025 to withdraw from, defund or challenge various UN bodies, think tank analysts wrote in the report.
TL;DR: took “significant action” in 2025 to withdraw from, defund or challenge various UN bodies, think tank analysts wrote in the report.
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'Bibi's hair on fire': Trump-Netanyahu public 'rift' masked unified front against Iran, analyst says

Leading defense analyst says Trump-Netanyahu tensions over Iran were a calculated strategy to blindside Tehran while building a unified front.

TL;DR: Leading defense analyst says Trump-Netanyahu tensions over Iran were a calculated strategy to blindside Tehran while building a unified front.
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Supercarrier USS Gerald R. Ford To Act As Floating Nuclear Power Plant For Facilities On Land

The Pentagon is exploring ways to keep the power on at critical bases after attacks or natural disasters, and there's a history of ships acting in this role. The post Supercarrier USS Gerald R. Ford To Act As Floating Nuclear Power Plant For Facilities On Land appeared first on The War Zone .

More: The Pentagon is exploring ways to keep the power on at critical bases after attacks or natural disasters, and there's a history of ships acting in this role. The post Supercarrier USS Gerald R. Ford To Act As Floating Nuclear Power Plant For Facilities On Land appeared first on The War Zone .
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Mass tanker blackout rattles Gulf ahead of 1.35M-barrel oil transfer amid US-Iran talks: firm

Maritime tracking signals collapse near the UAE's Fujairah oil hub hours before President Trump announced progress on a bilateral peace deal with Iran, according to an AI maritime firm.

TL;DR: Maritime tracking signals collapse near the UAE's Fujairah oil hub hours before President Trump announced progress on a bilateral peace deal with Iran, according to an AI maritime firm.
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The Tiny Chipmunk Trainer Was The Cold War’s Most Unlikely Spyplane

The humble Chipmunk propeller trainer spent decades spying on Soviet forces in and around divided Berlin. The post The Tiny Chipmunk Trainer Was The Cold War’s Most Unlikely Spyplane appeared first on The War Zone .

More: The Tiny Chipmunk Trainer Was The Cold War’s Most Unlikely Spyplane. The humble Chipmunk propeller trainer spent decades spying on Soviet forces in and around divided Berlin. The post The Tiny Chipmunk Trainer Was The Cold War’s Most Unlikely Spyplane appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post The Tiny Chipmunk Trainer Was The Cold War’s Most Unlikely Spyplane appeared first on The War Zone .
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Ukraine’s battlefield is transforming the future of NATO

NATO allies increasingly study Ukraine's wartime innovations in drones and defense production as the alliance prepares for its July summit in Ankara.

TL;DR: NATO allies increasingly study Ukraine's wartime innovations in drones and defense production as the alliance prepares for its July summit in Ankara.
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All-female Senate delegation sets off for High North amid growing military tensions

The itinerary is set to include briefings at Pituffik Space Base in Greenland on Arctic defense and strategic competition in the region.

More: All-female Senate delegation sets off for High North amid growing military tensions. The itinerary is set to include briefings at Pituffik Space Base in Greenland on Arctic defense and strategic competition in the region.
TL;DR: The itinerary is set to include briefings at Pituffik Space Base in Greenland on Arctic defense and strategic competition in the region.
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Rubio ratchets up pressure on NATO at key summit

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is casting new doubt on NATO's relevance after key allies recoiled from backing Washington’s “Operation Epic Fury.”

More:   Friday, May 22, 2026 U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks with journalists during a meeting of NATO foreign ministers in Helsingborg, Sweden, May 22, 2026. In basic terms, several of those nations say the war, started by Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu without their consultation, is not their problem.
TL;DR: Secretary of State Marco Rubio is casting new doubt on NATO's relevance after key allies recoiled from backing Washington’s “Operation Epic Fury.”
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Bunker Talk: Memorial Day Weekend Edition

This weekend, we remember those who gave their lives so we could live our's. The post Bunker Talk: Memorial Day Weekend Edition appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Bunker Talk: Memorial Day Weekend Edition. This weekend, we remember those who gave their lives so we could live our's. The post Bunker Talk: Memorial Day Weekend Edition appeared first on The War Zone .
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Iran Now Trying To Cement Long-Term Control Over Strait Via Fees

Iran's move to impose service fees on ships transiting the Strait comes as Pakistani and Qatari negotiators are in Tehran trying to get a deal to officially end the war. The post Iran Now Trying To Cement Long-Term Control Over Strait Via Fees appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Iran Now Trying To Cement Long-Term Control Over Strait Via Fees. Iran's move to impose service fees on ships transiting the Strait comes as Pakistani and Qatari negotiators are in Tehran trying to get a deal to officially end the war. The post Iran Now Trying To Cement Long-Term Control Over Strait Via Fees appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post Iran Now Trying To Cement Long-Term Control Over Strait Via Fees appeared first on The War Zone .
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We Finally See The Mysterious Object Shot Down By F-16s Over Lake Huron

This is one of a trio of objects fighters shot down over the U.S. and Canada in a three-day period following the Chinese spy balloon flap. The post We Finally See The Mysterious Object Shot Down By F-16s Over Lake Huron appeared first on The War Zone .

More: We Finally See The Mysterious Object Shot Down By F-16s Over Lake Huron. and Canada in a three-day period following the Chinese spy balloon flap. The post We Finally See The Mysterious Object Shot Down By F-16s Over Lake Huron appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: This is one of a trio of objects fighters shot down over the U.S.
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A-10 Warthog’s New Aerial Refueling Probe Is Now Operational In The Middle East

In just six weeks, the probe went from its first flight to being deployed to a place where fighting could erupt again at any moment. The post A-10 Warthog’s New Aerial Refueling Probe Is Now Operational In The Middle East appeared first on The War Zone .

More: A-10 Warthog’s New Aerial Refueling Probe Is Now Operational In The Middle East. In just six weeks, the probe went from its first flight to being deployed to a place where fighting could erupt again at any moment. The post A-10 Warthog’s New Aerial Refueling Probe Is Now Operational In The Middle East appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: In just six weeks, the probe went from its first flight to being deployed to a place where fighting could erupt again at any moment.
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Inside SOCOM’s Search For New Machine Guns, Rifles And Ammo

Lt. Col. Alan Wood, SOCOM's Program Manager for Lethality, offers some exclusive insights into the future of SOCOM small arms. The post Inside SOCOM’s Search For New Machine Guns, Rifles And Ammo appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Inside SOCOM’s Search For New Machine Guns, Rifles And Ammo. Alan Wood, SOCOM's Program Manager for Lethality, offers some exclusive insights into the future of SOCOM small arms. The post Inside SOCOM’s Search For New Machine Guns, Rifles And Ammo appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post Inside SOCOM’s Search For New Machine Guns, Rifles And Ammo appeared first on The War Zone .
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Night Stalker MH-47 Chinooks May Get Aerial Refueling Tanker Role

Special ops MH-47 Chinooks that could refuel other aircraft midair would give the Night Stalkers their own organic tanker capability. The post Night Stalker MH-47 Chinooks May Get Aerial Refueling Tanker Role appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Night Stalker MH-47 Chinooks May Get Aerial Refueling Tanker Role. Special ops MH-47 Chinooks that could refuel other aircraft midair would give the Night Stalkers their own organic tanker capability. The post Night Stalker MH-47 Chinooks May Get Aerial Refueling Tanker Role appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post Night Stalker MH-47 Chinooks May Get Aerial Refueling Tanker Role appeared first on The War Zone .
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The White House Ballroom Is A Deep Fortress In Disguise (Updated)

We now know the building goes six floors underground and will have "the greatest drone empire you've ever seen that's going to protect Washington" on its roof. The post The White House Ballroom Is A Deep Fortress In Disguise (Updated) appeared first on The War Zone .

More: The White House Ballroom Is A Deep Fortress In Disguise (Updated). We now know the building goes six floors underground and will have "the greatest drone empire you've ever seen that's going to protect Washington" on its roof. The post The White House Ballroom Is A Deep Fortress In Disguise (Updated) appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post The White House Ballroom Is A Deep Fortress In Disguise (Updated) appeared first on The War Zone .
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U.S. Military’s Shahed-136 Kamikaze Drone Clone Is Getting Hivemind Swarming Capability

Shield AI is providing the software to unlock the combat-proven LUCAS's cooperative swarming potential, which could drastically increase its lethality. The post U.S. Military’s Shahed-136 Kamikaze Drone Clone Is Getting Hivemind Swarming Capability appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Military’s Shahed-136 Kamikaze Drone Clone Is Getting Hivemind Swarming Capability. Shield AI is providing the software to unlock the combat-proven LUCAS's cooperative swarming potential, which could drastically increase its lethality. Military’s Shahed-136 Kamikaze Drone Clone Is Getting Hivemind Swarming Capability appeared first on The War Zone .
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New Engines Key To Night Stalker MH-60M Black Hawk Upgrade Plans

The Army's Improved Turbine Engine Program has promised a major boost in performance for Black Hawk helicopters, but its future is murky. The post New Engines Key To Night Stalker MH-60M Black Hawk Upgrade Plans appeared first on The War Zone .

More: New Engines Key To Night Stalker MH-60M Black Hawk Upgrade Plans. The Army's Improved Turbine Engine Program has promised a major boost in performance for Black Hawk helicopters, but its future is murky. The post New Engines Key To Night Stalker MH-60M Black Hawk Upgrade Plans appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post New Engines Key To Night Stalker MH-60M Black Hawk Upgrade Plans appeared first on The War Zone .
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Navy SEALs In Mini-Submarines Teamed With Underwater Drones In The Works

Pairing uncrewed underwater vehicles and SEALs in submersibles opens the door to new operational possibilities, but there are challenges. The post Navy SEALs In Mini-Submarines Teamed With Underwater Drones In The Works appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Navy SEALs In Mini-Submarines Teamed With Underwater Drones In The Works. Pairing uncrewed underwater vehicles and SEALs in submersibles opens the door to new operational possibilities, but there are challenges. The post Navy SEALs In Mini-Submarines Teamed With Underwater Drones In The Works appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post Navy SEALs In Mini-Submarines Teamed With Underwater Drones In The Works appeared first on The War Zone .
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Germany Unveils Latest Tranche 4 Eurofighter

With an advanced radar and other upgrades, the Tranche 4 Eurofighter is increasingly central to Berlin’s airpower plans. The post Germany Unveils Latest Tranche 4 Eurofighter appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Germany Unveils Latest Tranche 4 Eurofighter. With an advanced radar and other upgrades, the Tranche 4 Eurofighter is increasingly central to Berlin’s airpower plans. The post Germany Unveils Latest Tranche 4 Eurofighter appeared first on The War Zone .
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These American Destroyers Are Equipped With Laser Weapons

The U.S. Navy has placed directed energy systems on nine surface combatants and is looking to expand testing and deployment of similar systems across the fleet. The post These American Destroyers Are Equipped With Laser Weapons appeared first on The War Zone .

More: These American Destroyers Are Equipped With Laser Weapons. Navy has placed directed energy systems on nine surface combatants and is looking to expand testing and deployment of similar systems across the fleet. The post These American Destroyers Are Equipped With Laser Weapons appeared first on The War Zone .
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Hunt For C-146 Wolfhound Special Ops Transport Plane Replacement Underway

On any given day, C-146s are criss-crossing the globe to far-flung locales, but they are increasingly difficult to sustain. The post Hunt For C-146 Wolfhound Special Ops Transport Plane Replacement Underway appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Hunt For C-146 Wolfhound Special Ops Transport Plane Replacement Underway. On any given day, C-146s are criss-crossing the globe to far-flung locales, but they are increasingly difficult to sustain. The post Hunt For C-146 Wolfhound Special Ops Transport Plane Replacement Underway appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post Hunt For C-146 Wolfhound Special Ops Transport Plane Replacement Underway appeared first on The War Zone .
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Autonomous Drone Swarm Demonstrates Coordinated Urban Ops

DARPA's OFFensive Swarm-Enabled Tactics (OFFSET) program demonstrated 250 drones autonomously clearing a simulated urban environment.

More: Official websites use .mil A .mil website belongs to an official U.S. New report and RFI aim to align government, academia, and industry around forward-looking AI research. New report and RFI aim to align government, academia, and industry around forward-looking AI research.
TL;DR: DARPA's OFFensive Swarm-Enabled Tactics (OFFSET) program demonstrated 250 drones autonomously clearing a simulated urban environment.
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AC-130J Gunship With Mini Cruise Missiles Paired With AESA Radar To Undergo Tests

The plan is to demonstrate a fully integrated, longer-range strike capability that could keep the AC-130 relevant in high-end conflicts. The post AC-130J Gunship With Mini Cruise Missiles Paired With AESA Radar To Undergo Tests appeared first on The War Zone .

More: AC-130J Gunship With Mini Cruise Missiles Paired With AESA Radar To Undergo Tests. The plan is to demonstrate a fully integrated, longer-range strike capability that could keep the AC-130 relevant in high-end conflicts. The post AC-130J Gunship With Mini Cruise Missiles Paired With AESA Radar To Undergo Tests appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post AC-130J Gunship With Mini Cruise Missiles Paired With AESA Radar To Undergo Tests appeared first on The War Zone .
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Russia’s New Two-Seat Su-57 Felon Takes Its First Flight

Official imagery confirms that the two-seat Su-57D version of the Russian fighter has begun flight testing. The post Russia’s New Two-Seat Su-57 Felon Takes Its First Flight appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Russia’s New Two-Seat Su-57 Felon Takes Its First Flight. Official imagery confirms that the two-seat Su-57D version of the Russian fighter has begun flight testing. The post Russia’s New Two-Seat Su-57 Felon Takes Its First Flight appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post Russia’s New Two-Seat Su-57 Felon Takes Its First Flight appeared first on The War Zone .
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Sweden Chooses Unusual French Design For Its New Frigates

The security situation in Europe led Sweden to choose the in-production FDI design, but it will be packed with Swedish weapon systems. The post Sweden Chooses Unusual French Design For Its New Frigates appeared first on The War Zone .

More: Sweden Chooses Unusual French Design For Its New Frigates. The security situation in Europe led Sweden to choose the in-production FDI design, but it will be packed with Swedish weapon systems. The post Sweden Chooses Unusual French Design For Its New Frigates appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post Sweden Chooses Unusual French Design For Its New Frigates appeared first on The War Zone .
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BlitzBox Packs 100 Weaponized Drones Into An Unassuming Container

DZYNE's BlitzBox is the kind of containerized drone launcher the U.S. military is now very actively pursuing. The post BlitzBox Packs 100 Weaponized Drones Into An Unassuming Container appeared first on The War Zone .

More: BlitzBox Packs 100 Weaponized Drones Into An Unassuming Container. DZYNE's BlitzBox is the kind of containerized drone launcher the U.S. The post BlitzBox Packs 100 Weaponized Drones Into An Unassuming Container appeared first on The War Zone .
TL;DR: The post BlitzBox Packs 100 Weaponized Drones Into An Unassuming Container appeared first on The War Zone .
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B-1B’s Future Armament According To Its Test Pilot

The Bone is getting set to spend the last decade of its career with a whole set of new arrows in its quiver. The post B-1B’s Future Armament According To Its Test Pilot appeared first on The War Zone .

More: B-1B’s Future Armament According To Its Test Pilot. The Bone is getting set to spend the last decade of its career with a whole set of new arrows in its quiver. The post B-1B’s Future Armament According To Its Test Pilot appeared first on The War Zone .
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Quantum Radar Prototype Detects Stealth Aircraft

A Chinese research team demonstrated quantum radar that detected a stealth aircraft mockup at 100km using entangled photon pairs.

More: Janes connects the data that matters and makes it usable wherever decisions happen. Janes applies strict criteria for source credibility to ensure accuracy and impartiality. Use Janes to plan, analyse, and forecast with the flexibility to access our validated data in our portal or fuse it with multiple sources in your system.
TL;DR: A Chinese research team demonstrated quantum radar that detected a stealth aircraft mockup at 100km using entangled photon pairs.
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