Threats

US efforts to protect democracy in Europe could fade under Trump

Moldova’s experience underscores the key role US aid plays in warding off Russian election-meddling.

Policy

Problems with a German railroad contract slowed US munitions to Ukraine, IG says

‘Multiple delays’ are blamed on deficiencies of a shipping arrangement between EUCOM and Deutsche Bahn.

Science & Tech

AUKUS experiment shows how allies with autonomy will speed up naval operations

Three nations are bringing new drone tech to Australia for an experiment that points to the future of naval warfare.

Threats

Europe-based units are learning from Ukraine, officers say

A small group of soldiers regularly travels to Kyiv to collect observations, said one general.

Defense Systems

Is Australia worried about US submarine production? Over to you, SECDEF

At AUKUS meeting, Aussie defense chief defers to Austin, who says US is on the right track.

Ideas

Defense One Radio, Ep. 162: Europe in a tight spot

Patrick Tucker unpacks findings from his recent trip to Prague for the 2024 Global Security Conference.