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defense13 hours ago

Pentagon backs L3Harris rocket-motor spinoff with $1B investment

The Pentagon will provide a $1 billion anchor investment to L3Harris’s Missile Solutions spinoff (born from Aerojet Rocketdyne) to expand solid rocket motor production for key missiles including the Army’s PAC-3/THAAD and the Navy’s Tomahawk, fund facility modernization, and enable multiyear procurement agreements. The standalone company is slated for a late-2026 IPO, with L3Harris maintaining controlling interest; the move is part of a direct-to-supplier strategy to bolster the U.S. munitions supply chain.

via Defense News|
#aerospace#defense#l3harris
world18 days ago

Russia Launches Heavy Attacks on Kyiv Ahead of US-Ukraine Summit

Russia launched a major attack on Kyiv using around 500 drones and 40 missiles, including Kinzhal missiles, targeting power stations and residential areas, injuring at least 22 people and causing widespread damage. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy condemned the attack as Russia's response to peace efforts and called for stronger Western air defense support, while Russia claimed Ukraine is unwilling to pursue peaceful resolution. The attack comes ahead of Zelenskyy's meeting with President Trump and amid ongoing tensions over Ukraine's security and energy infrastructure.

via ABC News|
#drones#kyiv#missiles
world19 days ago

Japan Approves Record Defense Budget Amid Rising Regional Tensions

Japan's Cabinet approved a record defense budget exceeding 9 trillion yen (€48.82bn) for 2026, aiming to enhance its strike-back capabilities and coastal defense amid rising regional tensions, making it the world's third-largest defense spender after the US and China. The plan includes deploying long-range missiles, unmanned drones, and joint development of military technology, reflecting Japan's shift towards a more offensive military posture while maintaining its pacifist stance.

via Euronews.com|
#china#defense-budget#japan
world2 months ago

Russian Military Movements and Signaling Trends in Late October 2025

The ISW reports ongoing Ukrainian advances and Russian infiltrations in eastern Ukraine, with recent military developments including US approval of Tomahawk missiles for Ukraine, Russian threats to Europe with missile deployments, and continued strikes on Ukraine's infrastructure, amid international concerns over violations of nuclear treaties and espionage activities.

via Kyiv Post|
#conflict#military#missiles
conflict2 months ago

Tensions Rise as Russia and US Signal Nuclear and Military Escalation

Ukrainian forces have made marginal advances north of Pokrovsk amid ongoing Russian infiltration and attacks; the Pentagon approved Tomahawk missiles for Ukraine, while Russia and Belarus threaten Europe with missile deployments. Ukraine continues long-range strikes against Russian infrastructure, and Russian forces have used nuclear-capable missiles against Ukraine, violating treaties. Additionally, Russia and Belarus are increasing military activities, including missile deployments and aerial incursions, amidst ongoing conflict dynamics.

via Institute for the Study of War|
#conflict#infiltration#military-operations
world2 months ago

Ukraine Uses Storm Shadow Missiles in Major Attacks on Russian Targets

Ukraine launched a missile strike using Storm Shadow missiles on a Russian gunpowder plant, while Russian attacks continued in Ukraine, causing casualties and power outages. Diplomatic efforts for peace have stalled, with plans for a summit between Trump and Putin canceled, and ongoing discussions about ceasefire proposals. The conflict remains intense with ongoing military and diplomatic developments.

via The Guardian|
#conflict#diplomacy#missiles
world2 months ago

Russian Attacks Kill Two in Kyiv Amid Ongoing Strikes Across Ukraine

During a large-scale Russian overnight attack, Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities experienced explosions, resulting in 2 deaths and 15 injuries, with significant damage to infrastructure and ongoing firefighting and rescue operations. The attack follows Ukraine's recent strikes on Russian targets, highlighting escalating tensions and ongoing conflict in the region.

via The Kyiv Independent|
#attack#kyiv#missiles
world3 months ago

Russia launches large-scale drone and missile attack on Ukraine, killing at least four

Russia launched a major drone and missile attack on Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions, killing at least four people and damaging civilian infrastructure, amid ongoing tensions and international calls for support for Ukraine. The attack marks the first significant assault since last month's deadly airstrike on Kyiv, prompting military responses from neighboring Poland and international concern over the escalation of the conflict.

via CBS News|
#drones#kyiv#missiles