Defense Systems
Abandoned by Army, world’s longest aircraft turns up in UK
The hybrid air vehicle could provide up to three weeks of continuous ISR capabilities.
Defense Systems
Navy opens its Global Ocean Forecast System to the public
The Naval Research Lab agrees to let NOAA’s National Centers for Environmental Prediction tap into the system for public forecasts.
Business
The Pentagon's Military Strategy Barely Mentions Russia
Moscow’s recent invasion of Ukrainian territory could change the Pentagon’s priorities. By Sara Sorcher
Ideas
To Inflict Pain on Russia, Target Its Energy First
If Washington wants to change Putin’s mind about Ukraine, start targeting Russia’s oil, money and leadership – and stop drawing down U.S. troops in Europe. By John R. Deni
Business
Obama Warns Military Over Pay and Benefits
President Obama's FY2015 budget has a clear message: the increasing cost of military pay and benefits cannot be sustained. By Eric Katz
Business
This Is Obama’s $26B ‘Wish List’ for the Pentagon
President Obama wants to create a special $58 billion fund to offset budget cuts. About half of that would go to the Pentagon. By Stephanie Gaskell
Threats
Ukraine Is the Greatest Challenge to Geopolitics Since the Cold War
As Russia confronts Ukraine, the definition of modern military intervention hangs in the balance. By David Rohde
Business
Pentagon’s QDR Proclaims Military Ready To Do It All
The Pentagon's strategic plan assures Congress the U.S. military still will defeat anyone, anytime, anywhere – just for far less money. By Kevin Baron
Ideas
Congress Must Be Willing to Do More With Less Defense Spending
Those who think America spends too much for national defense are as mistaken as those who think that larger defense budget numbers translate into strong security. By Rep. Duncan Hunter
Business
Obama Requests ‘Smaller’ $500 Billion Defense Budget
President Obama’s fiscal 2015 budget request, released on Tuesday, vows to field a smaller military and still protect the nation by projecting a global force. By Stephanie Gaskell and Kevin Baron
Defense Systems
DOD budget reflects impact of cyber, unmanned systems, R&D
The 2015 spending plan cuts back in expected areas, but also shows how the Pentagon's focus is shifting.
Defense Systems
Navy gets minehunting sonar for unmanned underwater vehicles
Raytheon to provide AN/AQS-20A sonar to enhance unmanned systems from Littoral Combat Ships.
Science & Tech
Syrian Electronic Army Threatens to Hack CENTCOM
A group of anonymous hackers backing the Syrian government is threatening to take down U.S. Central Command. By Patrick Tucker
Threats
Pentagon Suspends U.S.-Russian Military Exercises
The Defense Department has halted all military-to-military exercises with Russia in response to the invasion of Crimea in eastern Ukraine. By Stephanie Gaskell
Policy
Obama Says the 'Window Is Closing' for a Mideast Peace Deal
In an interview with The Atlantic's Jeffrey Goldberg, President Obama discusses Iran, Syria and urgency of a Mideast peace deal. By Matt Ford
Policy
Ukraine Is Obama's Biggest Foreign Policy Test Yet
Forget Iran and Syria. Everything now depends on a show of diplomatic strength that will isolate Russia's Putin. By Michael Hirsh
Threats
The Strategy Behind Russia's Takeover of Crimea
Moscow has supported secessionist movements in ex-Soviet states to expand its influence in the region. Is the Crimean crisis just the latest example? By Uri Friedman
Defense Systems
SpaceX gets closer to launching military, spy satellites
The Elon Musk-led company is nearing certification that would put it into competition with Lockheed/Boeing’s ULA.
Defense Systems
Northrop’s Modular Space Vehicle gives Air Force faster satellite capability
The first open systems spacecraft bus will allow for ‘responsive space’ capabilities.
Defense Systems