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Rubio tries to reassure Europe that US is not about to sever transatlantic ties
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Rubio tries to reassure Europe that US is not about to sever transatlantic ties
America’s chief diplomat took aim at what he framed postwar “delusion” in the West and a mass migration “crisis” in Europe, echoing terms found in the National Security Strategy released last year.
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February 14, 2026 at 1:46 PM
Rubio tries to reassure Europe that US is not about to sever transatlantic ties
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HASC chair ‘optimistic’ FY27 budget request coming in March breakingdefense.com/2026/02/hasc...
Mike Rogers 'optimistic' FY27 defense budget ask coming in March
The head of the House Armed Services Committee discusses next steps for the FY27 defense budget and Trump's missile defense vision.
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February 13, 2026 at 4:54 PM
HASC chair ‘optimistic’ FY27 budget request coming in March breakingdefense.com/2026/02/hasc...
New information warfare squadrons will increase readiness and lethality at sea: Officer
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New information warfare squadrons will increase readiness and lethality at sea: Officer
The Navy is piloting two information warfare squadrons to increase capabilities to carrier strike groups.
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February 13, 2026 at 2:46 PM
New information warfare squadrons will increase readiness and lethality at sea: Officer
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Estonians in Saudi Arabia for ‘first steps’ in potential defense procurement team-up: Official
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Estonians in Saudi Arabia for ‘first steps’ in potential defense procurement team-up: Official
The two nations are exploring closer cooperation, Siim Sukles told Breaking Defense, "because when it comes to procurement, it's a global market."
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February 13, 2026 at 9:16 AM
Estonians in Saudi Arabia for ‘first steps’ in potential defense procurement team-up: Official
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Fleet cybersecurity funding to see ‘increased investment’ in FY27 budget request: Navy official
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Fleet cybersecurity funding to see ‘increased investment’ in FY27 budget request: Navy official
The Navy has the chance to bake in cybersecurity from the beginning as it builds its Golden Fleet concept.
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February 12, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Fleet cybersecurity funding to see ‘increased investment’ in FY27 budget request: Navy official
https://breakingdefense.com/2026/02/fleet-cybersecurity-funding-to-see-increased-investment-in-fy27-budget-request-navy-official/
Turkish Aerospace in ‘final stages’ of talks over Saudis in KAAN fighter program, exec claims
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Turkish Aerospace in ‘final stages’ of talks over Saudis in KAAN fighter program, exec claims
Riyadh has been tightlipped about how it plans to expand or upgrade its fighter fleet, with several international options on the table.
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February 12, 2026 at 4:46 PM
Turkish Aerospace in ‘final stages’ of talks over Saudis in KAAN fighter program, exec claims
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Columbia-class submarines see construction ‘ramp up’, Navy official says
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Columbia-class submarines see construction ‘ramp up’, Navy official says
The first Columbia-class submarine is approximately 65 percent complete and is expected for delivery in 2028.
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February 12, 2026 at 3:01 PM
Columbia-class submarines see construction ‘ramp up’, Navy official says
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FEATURED READ: Can an Army general with little experience in the digital realm run US Cyber Command and the National Security Agency? Breaking Defense spoke to nine former US cyber officials about the challenges ahead for nominee Lt. Gen. Joshua Rudd. https://ow.ly/SbWq50Ye3Ts
February 11, 2026 at 9:04 PM
FEATURED READ: Can an Army general with little experience in the digital realm run US Cyber Command and the National Security Agency? Breaking Defense spoke to nine former US cyber officials about the challenges ahead for nominee Lt. Gen. Joshua Rudd. https://ow.ly/SbWq50Ye3Ts
A ‘shooter’ as CYBERCOM chief: Former officials see risks, opportunity in Rudd’s nomination
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A ‘shooter’ as CYBERCOM chief: Former officials see risks, opportunity in Rudd’s nomination
While the cyber community is surely pleased to have a leader after a 10-month absence atop CYBERCOM and NSA, sources told Breaking Defense there is some skepticism about Gen. Joshua Rudd given he has no direct cyber or signals intelligence experience.
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February 11, 2026 at 4:46 PM
A ‘shooter’ as CYBERCOM chief: Former officials see risks, opportunity in Rudd’s nomination
https://breakingdefense.com/2026/02/a-shooter-as-cybercom-chief-former-officials-see-risks-opportunity-in-rudds-nomination/
How Trump wants to change American weapon sales abroad breakingdefense.com/2026/02/trum...
Weapon sales changes and the Munich Security Conference
New on The Weekly Break Out: FMS changes and dueling views of America at the upcoming Munich Security Conference.
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February 11, 2026 at 2:24 PM
How Trump wants to change American weapon sales abroad breakingdefense.com/2026/02/trum...
Trump-class battleships are ‘exactly’ what the Navy needs, SWO boss says
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Trump-class battleships are ‘exactly’ what the Navy needs, SWO boss says
The Navy ran into design challenges with its next-generation destroyer, emphasizing the need for a larger battleship, according to Vice Adm. Brendan McLane.
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February 11, 2026 at 2:16 PM
Trump-class battleships are ‘exactly’ what the Navy needs, SWO boss says
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World Defense Show Day 3: Saudis eye AI, and a local defense giant transforms breakingdefense.com/2026/02/2026...
Saudi AI and SAMI's next moves: Day 3 at World Defense Show
Catch what's new on the third day of the sprawling defense expo outside Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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February 11, 2026 at 2:15 PM
World Defense Show Day 3: Saudis eye AI, and a local defense giant transforms breakingdefense.com/2026/02/2026...
‘Under destruction’? US tensions with NATO allies to take center stage at Munich conference
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‘Under destruction’? US tensions with NATO allies to take center stage at Munich conference
Besides transatlantic tension, other topics on the agenda at the Munich Security Conference include AI, climate change, hybrid warfare, nuclear security and space.
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February 11, 2026 at 11:46 AM
‘Under destruction’? US tensions with NATO allies to take center stage at Munich conference
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Saudi Arabia’s SAMI launches ‘transformation’ into strategic group, unveils new vehicles
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Saudi Arabia’s SAMI launches ‘transformation’ into strategic group, unveils new vehicles
“We are at a unique and important position in SAMI’s journey ...,” the organization’s chief communication and support services officer Wael Alsarhan told Breaking Defense.
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February 11, 2026 at 11:46 AM
Saudi Arabia’s SAMI launches ‘transformation’ into strategic group, unveils new vehicles
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PHOTOS: The sights of World Defense Show on Day 3
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PHOTOS: The sights of World Defense Show on Day 3
A selection of photos from the third day of WDS 2026 outside Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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February 10, 2026 at 1:01 PM
PHOTOS: The sights of World Defense Show on Day 3
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Future of military AI in Saudi Arabia: AI-enhanced, or AI-native?
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Future of military AI in Saudi Arabia: AI-enhanced, or AI-native?
A Saudi official raised the key question during a panel at the World Defense Show outside Riyadh.
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February 10, 2026 at 10:16 AM
Future of military AI in Saudi Arabia: AI-enhanced, or AI-native?
https://breakingdefense.com/2026/02/future-of-military-ai-in-saudi-arabia-ai-enhanced-or-ai-native/
Saudi firm Intra unveils counter-EW platform, eyes full production of Shalfa munition
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Saudi firm Intra unveils counter-EW platform, eyes full production of Shalfa munition
The first Nathir X prototype was developed four months ago and is being field-tested now.
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February 10, 2026 at 4:16 AM
Saudi firm Intra unveils counter-EW platform, eyes full production of Shalfa munition
https://breakingdefense.com/2026/02/saudi-firm-intra-unveils-counter-ew-platform-eyes-full-production-of-shalfa-munition/
Electronic warfare and a KAAN update: Day 2 at Saudi Arabia’s 2026 World Defense Show breakingdefense.com/2026/02/elec...
Electronic warfare and fighters: Day 2 at the World Defense Show
From American fighter jets to Turkish fighter jets, catch up on the latest from the World Defense Show.
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February 9, 2026 at 11:37 PM
Electronic warfare and a KAAN update: Day 2 at Saudi Arabia’s 2026 World Defense Show breakingdefense.com/2026/02/elec...
How Mike Rogers wants to hit $1.5 trillion for defense breakingdefense.com/2026/02/hasc...
EXCLUSIVE: Rep. Mike Rogers' $450 billion reconciliation bet
This week on the Congressional Roundup: The head of the House Armed Services Committee lays out a path to a $1.5 trillion defense budget.
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February 9, 2026 at 6:54 PM
How Mike Rogers wants to hit $1.5 trillion for defense breakingdefense.com/2026/02/hasc...
CEO of Israeli firm ASIO talks tactical tech after Gaza conflict
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CEO of Israeli firm ASIO talks tactical tech after Gaza conflict
"The gaps in maneuvering forces and equipment are huge compared to the expensive platforms," Tomer Malchi told Breaking Defense during a recent visit to ASIO offices.
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February 9, 2026 at 6:31 PM
CEO of Israeli firm ASIO talks tactical tech after Gaza conflict
https://breakingdefense.com/2026/02/ceo-of-israeli-firm-asio-talks-tactical-tech-after-gaza-conflict/
From F-35s to full-sized naval vessels: Day 1 at Saudi Arabia’s WDS 2026 breakingdefense.com/2026/02/from...
From F-35s to full-sized naval vessels: Day 1 at WDS 2026
The World Defense Show kicked off today, as exhibition halls filled with full-sized defense platforms, military delegations from the world over and countless attendees.
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February 9, 2026 at 5:18 PM
From F-35s to full-sized naval vessels: Day 1 at Saudi Arabia’s WDS 2026 breakingdefense.com/2026/02/from...
DoD expects AI-powered database of patents ready for industry by year’s end
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DoD expects AI-powered database of patents ready for industry by year’s end
All too often, DoD Technology Transfer director Steve Luckowski told Breaking Defense, “we build fragile supply chains we're the only customer for.”
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February 9, 2026 at 4:46 PM
DoD expects AI-powered database of patents ready for industry by year’s end
https://breakingdefense.com/2026/02/dod-expects-ai-powered-database-of-patents-ready-for-industry-by-years-end/
PHOTOS: The sights of World Defense Show on Day 2
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PHOTOS: The sights of World Defense Show on Day 2
A selection of photos from the Breaking Defense team at the second day of WDS 2026 in Saudi Arabia.
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February 9, 2026 at 11:16 AM
PHOTOS: The sights of World Defense Show on Day 2
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Egypt’s AOI unveils Hamza-3 drone, rocket launcher and unmanned systems jammer
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Egypt’s AOI unveils Hamza-3 drone, rocket launcher and unmanned systems jammer
Company official said that some subsystems of HAMZA-3 were imported from China but the firm expects to localize full production in Egypt.
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February 8, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Egypt’s AOI unveils Hamza-3 drone, rocket launcher and unmanned systems jammer
https://breakingdefense.com/2026/02/egypts-aoi-unveils-hamza-3-drone-rocket-launcher-and-unmanned-systems-jammer/
Amid tensions, Emirati firms bow out of Saudi Arabia’s World Defense Show
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Amid tensions, Emirati firms bow out of Saudi Arabia’s World Defense Show
Several companies were supposed to be displaying their hardware and platforms, but the designated spot doesn't show signs of Emirati presence.
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February 8, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Amid tensions, Emirati firms bow out of Saudi Arabia’s World Defense Show
https://breakingdefense.com/2026/02/amid-tensions-emirati-firms-bow-out-of-saudi-arabias-world-defense-show/