U.S. arms contracts: selling, controlling, and operating abroad
The United States exports weapons, technology, and military services under strict control. Here’s how FMS, DCS, and new “as a service” contracts work. In summary […]
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Why Washington redeployed its nuclear bombs to Lakenheath
The United States reinstalled B61 nuclear bombs at RAF Lakenheath in July 2025. This decision reintroduces an airborne nuclear capability in Britain and strengthens NATO’s […]
Drones to replace US forces in Europe
The US Army is considering replacing its heavy brigades in Europe with expeditionary drone units, which are more mobile and less expensive. Summary For nearly […]
American soldiers approached for espionage via LinkedIn and Reddit
The US Army reveals that foreign combatants are recruiting soldiers on LinkedIn, Reddit and Indeed for espionage, targeting young recruits in particular. Summary Foreign powers […]
The US Army wants Shahed-136-type drones that are simple, long-range, and mass-produced
A general from the 25th Infantry Division is calling for long-range, low-cost kamikaze drones, inspired by the Shahed, to overwhelm and stretch enemy defenses. Summary […]
US B-52s fly near Venezuela in a show of strategic force
Three US B-52s approach Caracas; Maduro scrambles F-16s. A strategic patrol that signals US resolve in the face of regional unrest. Summary On October 15, […]
US spy plane circles Russia
A US RC-135U reconnaissance aircraft, taking off from RAF Mildenhall, was spotted conducting a surveillance mission around Kaliningrad, heightening tensions in the region. Summary An […]
The Pentagon orders 148 F-35s ($12.5 billion) for $12.5 billion
A modified $12.5 billion contract finalizes batch 18 and launches batch 19 of the F-35s. Breakdown by variant, operational implications, and supply chain. Summary The […]
Ottawa confirms progress on F-35 program despite US review of sales
Canada maintains its schedule for 88 F-35s despite US export review, with deliveries and budget unchanged. Summary The Canadian government has reaffirmed that the F-35A […]
The US Space Force mandates RG-XX resupply satellites.
RG-XX redesign: the US Space Force replaces GSSAP with commercial satellites that can be resupplied in orbit to boost Space Domain Awareness in GEO. Summary […]