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Pentagon counter-drone task force plans Golden Dome link
The Pentagon's Joint Interagency Task Force 401 is planning to enhance counter-drone capabilities by sharing data with the Golden Dome missile defense project, focusing on larger drones classified as Group 3. This initiative aims to integrate counter-UAS efforts across military branches and improve defenses against drone threats, particularly in light of increasing drone activity along the U.S.-Mexico border.
UAE’s EDGE Group plans next steps of expansion beyond Middle East
EDGE Group, the UAE's defense conglomerate, announced new partnerships and ambitions for global expansion at the Dubai Airshow, including a satellite constellation.
Another 1,000 defense companies chosen for $151B Golden Dome competition
The Missile Defense Agency has awarded contracts to an additional 1,086 defense companies for the Golden Dome initiative, doubling the number of firms competing for up to $151 billion in missile defense technology contracts. This initiative aims to enhance missile defense capabilities, including space-based interceptors, and is expected to take a decade to complete.
CCA Round 2: Air Force picks 9 vendors for next batch of drone wingmen
The US Air Force has selected nine companies for contracts in the second round of its Collaborative Combat Aircraft program, focusing on developing drone wingmen to operate alongside manned aircraft. This phase, known as 'Concept Refinement', will evaluate various designs for future prototyping. The Air Force is also collaborating with the Navy and Marine Corps to ensure interoperability among services.
US forces launch strikes on ISIS in Syria in retaliation for the death of 2 soldiers
US forces have launched strikes on ISIS in Syria as a response to the death of two soldiers.
The Pentagon wants a common network for its counter-drone systems
The Pentagon is working on a unified command-and-control system for counter-drone operations, led by Joint Interagency Task Force 401, to enhance security during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The focus is on smaller drones, with collaboration among military and federal agencies to prepare for potential threats.
SDA awards four contracts worth $3.5B for next-gen missile tracking satellites
The Space Development Agency (SDA) has awarded four contracts totaling $3.5 billion for the development of 72 new missile tracking satellites, with the first launches expected in fiscal year 2029.
New Trump space policy sets 2028 deadline for Moon base, Golden Dome prototype
President Trump has issued a new executive order aiming for an initial Moon base by 2028 and reiterating plans for a missile defense shield. The order emphasizes civil space exploration while also addressing national security and defense roles in space.
KNDS and TATRA DEFENCE sign contract for LEOPARD 2 A8 hull production
KNDS and TATRA DEFENCE have signed a contract for the production of LEOPARD 2 A8 hulls, indicating ongoing developments in military equipment manufacturing.
Navy announces new frigate class, taps HII to build off national security cutter
The U.S. Navy has announced plans to develop a new frigate class based on HII’s Legend-class national security cutter, aiming for deployment by 2028. This initiative follows the cancellation of the Constellation-class frigate program and is part of a broader strategy to enhance the Navy's fleet with more small combatants and unmanned vessels.
Breaking Defense’s 5 most-clicked stories of 2025
The report analyzes the most significant military-related news stories of 2025, highlighting key developments in defense policy, military operations, and international relations.
Special operators seek larger ranges for electronic warfare and drone development and training
U.S. special warfare trainers are requesting expanded areas for jamming cellular and GPS signals to enhance training in electronic warfare and drone operations, reflecting the increasing importance of these capabilities in modern warfare, particularly as observed in Ukraine.
