Ideas
Defense One Radio, Ep. 128: Behind this year’s Paris Air Show
Marcus Weisgerber helps unpack some of the biggest defense business takeaways from the 2023 Paris Air Show.
Policy
'No Regrets': Gen. Berger Defends Force Design Decisions
The danger of not modernizing was “very clear, not just gut feel,” says outgoing commandant.
Business
Pentagon Could Block 80-Plus Deliveries of F-35s
The Pentagon has stopped accepting newly built stealth fighters from Lockheed until tech trials are finished.
Business
Raytheon Calls in Retirees to Help Restart Stinger Missile Production
The shoulder-fired missile is one of the weapons that’s been credited with getting Ukraine through the early days of the Russian invasion.
Policy
US and Allies Continue Training Ukrainian Troops Amid Counter-Offensive
U.S. trainers still have the capacity to train more Ukrainians, a spokesman said.
Science & Tech
How 5G Is Enabling Autonomous Military Inspector Drones in the Pacific
5G could play a big role in streamlining logistics issues through AI and virtual reality.
Policy
Joint Force Lacks “Common Aimpoint” For Modernization Efforts, Outgoing Commandant Says
Gen. Berger said the Marine Corps has been innovative, but still has a lot of work to do.
Threats
How the ‘Stormbringers’ are Preparing for War in Space
The Space Force’s orbital warfare unit is teaching its guardians about the “offensive and defensive fires” they might need for conflict.
Policy
US Open to Expanding AUKUS
New participants to the partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States would need to provide beneficial tech contributions, officials said.
Business
Army Picks Two Finalists to Replace Bradley
The two competitors will now turn their digital designs into prototypes.
Ideas
China Is Gearing Up to Evade Chip-Export Rules
As one avenue for China to illicitly acquire high-end dual use technology dries up, watch for others to expand.
Defense Systems
Inside the US Army’s Plan To Simplify AI For Intel Systems
Project Linchpin is designed as an AI pipeline program managers at Program Executive Office Intelligence, Electronic Warfare, and Sensors can use to meet requirements.
Threats
How Prigozhin’s Baby Coup Weakened Everyone in Russia
“Everybody who's anybody in Russia would try to have a private army now”
Policy
Poll: Many Americans Support Ukraine, Though Some Are Divided on Aid
Respondents were far more supportive of arming Ukraine once they received information about the value of doing so.
Threats