The South Korean government announced plans to launch its first nuclear-powered submarine in the mid-2030s and commission it by the late 2030s.
US military seeks cultural advisors in Somalia amid regional strikes
The U.S. special operations task force in Somalia is recruiting contractors to provide advisory services on Somali politics, culture, and tribal dynamics to military personnel.
Not ‘just a gun’: New SOCOM rifle allows barrel swapping and cartridge changes
The rifle features a swappable barrel system developed at SOCOM’s request, enabling operators to switch between traditional cartridges and the newer 6.5mm Creedmoor ammunition.
Army vet supports her Navy sister in tough hospital journey
When Navy fire controlman Kayla Saska needed support during a hospital stay, her Army veteran sister Patricia Rowledge traveled to Bethesda, Maryland to be by her side.
Poland spends $16.5 billion in EU-backed loans on heavy army weapons
Despite political disputes over the funding mechanism, the government has engaged local companies to manufacture fighting vehicles, howitzers and ammunition.
Norway becomes ninth country to sign up for French nuclear deterrence as trust in US falters
Germany will participate in French nuclear exercises beginning in September in an observer capacity.
US general holds rare meeting with Cuban military officials near Guantanamo Bay
This marks the first meeting in recent years between a commander of U.S. Southern Command and Cuban military leadership, occurring as Cuba expresses heightened concerns about potential U.S. military action.
How Russia is turning Ukraine’s drones against NATO
A Russian drone wounded two civilians in Romania on Friday, following reports from Lithuania about Moscow redirecting Ukraine’s drones toward NATO member states.
Nearly 500,000 Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine, top UK intel chief says
The figure reflects a widening agreement among Western officials that Russia has encountered significant military setbacks for the first time since launching its 2022 invasion.
US Navy to explore powering shore installations with aircraft carriers
Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao announced that Naval Station Norfolk will be powered by an aircraft carrier sometime this summer.