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Every squad will get anti-drone gear, Marine Corps says
With “zero decision space” to deal with incoming UAVs, troops need tools to take them down.
Threats
US shouldn't learn the wrong lessons about Ukraine’s drones, expert says
Unmanned strikes get the attention in reports and social media, but Ukrainian forces are increasingly using drones to sow mines and haul supplies.
Policy
Should NATO help the NGOs that train Ukrainian soldiers?
The leader of one such organization says he’s getting good results at less cost, time, and political risk.
Policy
NATO summit a mixed success, even with decidedly less drama
After dissension in the 2023 edition, last week’s meeting offered “no big surprises,” one diplomat said.
Policy
At NATO summit, Zelensky presses for US greenlight to hit Russian bases
Meanwhile, Denmark calls on allies to move faster to help Ukraine “beat Russia.”
Science & Tech
Ukraine bets on land robots for next phase of war
As it continues to defend against Russian invasion, Ukraine is also seeking billions to supercharge its domestic arms industry.
Science & Tech
What Estonian drone companies are learning from Ukraine
Estonian companies are getting lightning-quick user feedback and real-world electronic warfare testing, thanks to hands-on experiments in Ukraine.
Science & Tech
US soldiers will get electronic warfare backpacks later this year
The system is a portable combination of a jammer and scanner.
Threats
Delays push Army’s hypersonic missile to fiscal 2025
GAO notes unsolved problems with launcher and launch sequencing.
Threats
Army names air-defense vehicle for Medal of Honor recipient
“Sgt. Stout” will refer to a missile-and-gun variant of the service’s M-SHORAD effort.
Policy
Europe’s still spending too little on defense to suit Estonia
Even Tallinn itself is not doing enough, according to a senior defense official who quit in protest.
Business
Rheinmetall opens repair center for armored vehicles in Ukraine
It appears to be one of the first foreign-owned repair centers inside the war-torn country.
Defense Systems
How Estonia is becoming a hotbed for drone warfare
Projects include experimental loitering munitions that cost a fraction of U.S. equivalents.
Defense Systems
Marine Corps seeks to boost cyber and signals skills with new recruitment program
The trial program would give civilians a chance to enlist as staff non-commissioned officers if they have the required skills.
Science & Tech
Across the Army, units lean into drone experimentation
In division after division, soldiers are learning to use a rising wave of robots and other unmanned systems.
Policy
US plan may boost NATO arms production for Ukraine
Money would also go toward Ukrainian defense industry and undercutting Russian arms sales.
Policy
Army brass opposes drone branch
The service must first establish how it wants to use drones, leaders say.
Threats
Army’s future artillery may include wheeled howitzers, automated cannons, and long-range mortars
Wheeled howitzers are “having great effect in a place like Europe,” Army Futures chief says.
Threats
FPVs, tethered drones could become formal Army programs in 2025
The service is also planning an FPV pilot school.
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