Threats
Putin Appears to Be Preparing for Invasion Again
Just because many think it is unwise for Putin to escalate the crisis in Ukraine doesn't mean that he won’t do it anyway. By Janine Davidson
Defense Systems
Researchers look to unlock the potential of synthetic biology
A DARPA program wants to make engineered organisms, which could create new sensors, coatings, drugs and other products, more robust, stable and safe.
Defense Systems
Marines’ trail-blazing unmanned helicopter returns home
The K-MAX, which exceeded expectations as a cargo-hauling drone in Afghanistan, is being put into storage.
Defense Systems
ARL explores dual-sensor gunfire detection, location
Logos Technologies, under a $9.7 million contract, will integrate audio and visual systems onto aerostats to detect hostile gunfire, explosions.
Threats
Europe Joins the Russian Sanctions Party
Following President Barack Obama's lead, the European Union now forbids the sale of bonds, tanks, drills and, yes, the Ebola virus. By Jason Karaian
Policy
Meet the Man Now Responsible for Solving the VA Crisis
Incoming VA secretary Robert McDonald received unanimous support during his Senate confirmation vote Tuesday. Now the real work begins. By Jordain Carney
Threats
Obama Slaps New Sanctions on Russian Economy
The president escalated U.S. sanctions on Russia's finance, arms and energy sectors, declaring it the 'main tool' for influencing Vladimir Putin's behavior. By Marina Koren and Matt Berman
Threats
Libya May Not Be A Case Study in Intervention After All
Instability in Tripoli points to the difficult consequences of military intervention that are nearly impossible to predict. By Conor Friedersdorf
Ideas
When Russia Violates Nuclear Treaties, Let's Act Like Reagan
We have nothing to gain by pulling out of our nuclear treaty with Russia. By Joe Cirincione and Lauren Mladenka
Business
New VA Reform Bill Is a Stopgap, Not a Solution
The Miller-Sanders legislation announced Monday should make great changes to a broken system. But don't mistake it for a comprehensive reform bill. By Jesse Sloman
Science & Tech
China Has Iron Dome
Three Israeli defense contractors were compromised by hackers who stole plans for the U.S.-made Arrow 3 missile and Israel's Iron Dome rocket system. By NextGov Staff
Science & Tech
House Wants Private Sector To Help Bolster U.S. Cyber Defense
House lawmakers think partnerships between the private sector and DHS will go a long way toward protecting America's vulnerable civil infrastructure. By Rebecca Carroll
Policy
Congress Clears the Way for VA to Fire Senior Executives
A new bi-partisan bill to kickstart reforms at the Department of Veterans Affairs could find its way to the president's desk by the end of the week. By Eric Katz
Threats
How 'Game of Thrones' Will Predict the Next Bin Laden
Targeting the next terrorist mastermind is a lot like a close watch of 'Game of Thrones.' By Patrick Tucker
Defense Systems
DARPA chief: Military's focus on big systems 'is now killing us'
Prabhaker says Pentagon has to shed its expensive, slow-moving approach to technology and new weapons.
Defense Systems
US says China conducted secret anti-satellite weapons test
China is developing its ability to destroy satellites in orbit, which undermines stability in space, say State Department officials.
Defense Systems
Navy planning to put laser weapons on helicopters
Expected to complement traditional weapons, the HELWS laser could be used to attack low threat targets or incoming projectiles.
Threats
How China's Enormous Fishing Fleet Is Being Used As a Surrogate Navy
Beijing seems to be sending its fishermen to work in disputed waters for not only economic and commercial reasons, but geopolitical ones as well. By Adam Pasnick
Policy