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Navy killing last four ships in Constellation-class frigate program in ‘strategic shift’ https://ow.ly/tW6k50Xy7Uz
November 26, 2025 at 8:43 PM
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IBCS set for full rate production, Polish milestone, Northrop says https://ow.ly/s69c50Xy64W
November 26, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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Army asks industry for c-UAS parts, eyes potential small drone interceptor program https://ow.ly/2AeE50Xy5S3
November 26, 2025 at 1:34 PM
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F-35 walkaround tour and key takeaways from the Dubai Airshow https://ow.ly/g86v50XxR98
November 25, 2025 at 10:24 PM
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EXCLUSIVE: The US Army is embarking on the largest procurement overhaul in years to reshape how it buys weapons. From six new acquisition branches across the country to a fresh innovation office, Breaking Defense has new details about what's changing. https://ow.ly/NCBE50XquXF
November 12, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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BREAKING: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth rolled out a slew of updates to Pentagon acquisition in an address Friday, declaring its sprawling requirements process dead and calling on defense companies to speed up or lose business. This story is developing. https://ow.ly/nJL750XoFcT
November 7, 2025 at 8:43 PM
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Turkey’s TAI, UK’s BAE Systems join forces for collaborative drone ‘opportunities’ https://ow.ly/kTC450XozQO
November 7, 2025 at 6:43 PM
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is set to unveil major changes to how the US military buys weapons and vehicles. Here's what you need to know ahead of his speech to industry this afternoon. https://ow.ly/HAg350XosoM
November 7, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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New series: Check out the first part of Breaking Defense's roundtable discussion on how the Pentagon is using artificial intelligence. AI Defense Paradigm Video post underwritten by RAFT. https://ow.ly/txCB50Xh0ie
New series: Check out the first part of Breaking Defense's roundtable discussion on how the Pentagon is using artificial intelligence.
October 23, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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Breaking Defense is proud to stand with other defense trade publications for press freedom. Full statement: https://ow.ly/vV0X50Xc5EJ
October 15, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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The second B-21 Raider was delivered to the #USAF on Thursday — a milestone in deploying the service’s next-generation stealth bomber. The Air Force plans to acquire at least 100 Raiders. 👉 breakingdefense.com/tag/b-21-rai...

📷: U.S. Air Force/Todd Schannuth

#B21 #Defense #Aerospace #Military
Northrop Grumman's B-21 Raider stealth bomber, a sleek, gray aircraft with a distinctive flying wing design, is shown in a hangar environment. The bomber, which will replace the B-1 Lancer and B-2 Spirit, is a key component of the US Air Force's effort to modernize its nuclear-capable fleet. The image captures the aircraft's futuristic and stealthy aesthetic.
September 12, 2025 at 9:07 PM
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Golden Dome will start by reusing and repurposing existing equipment, but companies are already looking ahead. Watch The Break Out to learn more.

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#GoldenDome #Paris #TheWeeklyBreakOut
July 11, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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Golden Dome is going to involve a bunch of the industry players. See how some companies are positioning themselves to get in on the plans. 🎥 Catch the entire episode here: youtu.be/ZH3eN_EvNa8?... [6 minutes, 4 seconds]

#GoldenDome #Paris #TheWeeklyBreakOut
July 10, 2025 at 12:20 PM
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NATO nations largely agreed to spend 5% GDP on defense. Hear what NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has to say. [57 seconds]

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#NATO #NATOSummit #GDP #TheWeeklyBreakOut
July 3, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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In this week's episode of The Break Out, Ashley Roque explains America's involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict.

🎥 For the full episode: vimeo.com/1095918576/6... [6 minutes, 28 seconds]

#OperationMidnightHammer #Trump #TheWeeklyBreakOut
June 30, 2025 at 2:41 PM
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This week is the NATO summit, and we're expecting eyes to be on the Middle East, Ukraine and increasing defense spending.

🎥For the full episode: vimeo.com/1095918576/6... [6 minutes, 28 seconds]

#TheWeeklyBreakOut #NATO #MiddleEast #Ukraine
June 27, 2025 at 12:48 PM
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What could the potentially successful Chinese satellite refueling mission mean for the future of space operations? Space reporter @thitch.bsky.social lays it out.

🎥 For the full episode: vimeo.com/1095918576/6... [6 minutes, 28 seconds]

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June 26, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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As the Paris Air Show winds down, we’re sharing one last look at the sights from Le Bourget. Before the industry clears out and the public days begin, check out our final gallery of photos capturing the energy and innovation of Day 4.

*Coverage underwritten by RTX.com

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A rocket looms in the background at the Paris Air Show on June 17, 2025. (Hélène de Lacoste / Breaking Defense) AVIC, a Chinese aerospace firm, came to the Paris Air Show 2025 to show of its wares. (Hélène de Lacoste / Breaking Defense) Attendees take a peak inside the Lockheed Martin Raider helicopter at the Paris Air Show on June 17, 2025. (Hélène de Lacoste / Breaking Defense) An attendee takes a break at the Paris Air Show on June 18, 2025. (Daniel Woolfolk / Breaking Defense)
June 20, 2025 at 12:22 PM
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Experience the thrill of the #ParisAirShow from a new angle! Breaking Defense’s Bartosz Głowacki captured stunning shots of aircraft soaring above Le Bourget. Don’t miss this exclusive gallery showcasing the energy and precision of the aerial displays.

*Coverage underwritten by RTX.com

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The Dassault Rafale was on its home turf above the Paris Air Show 2025. (Bartosz Głowacki/Breaking Defense) The Eurocopter Tiger showed off its moves above the 2025 Paris Air Show. (Bartosz Głowacki/Breaking Defense) The back of the A400M as it travels the skies above the 2025 Paris Air Show. (Bartosz Głowacki/Breaking Defense) The Fouga CM170 in the skies of the Paris Air Show. (Bartosz Głowacki/Breaking Defense)
June 19, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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The sights of the Paris Air Show Day 2: Check out our photos from the Breaking Defense team on the tarmac at Le Bourget.

*Coverage underwritten by RTX.com

#ParisAirShow #PAS25
The sun rises on a Eurofighter Typhoon early on day two of the 2025 Paris Air Show. (Aaron Mehta/Breaking Defense) The French and European Union flags fly high above the 2025 Paris Air Show. (Aaron Mehta/Breaking Defense) Dassault showed off the many countries who have bought the Rafale at its booth. (Aaron Mehta/Breaking Defense) Dassault showed off a new UCAV design as the feature of its outdoor pavilion. Meanwhile, the SCAF next-gen fighter model, which had been featured prominently before, was more to the side – befitting a show where the biggest news about SCAF was internal issues between Dassault and its Airbus partner. (Aaron Mehta/Breaking Defense)
June 18, 2025 at 12:39 PM
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The power thermal management system is integral to extending F-35 effectiveness. Breaking Defense spoke with Aerospace.Honeywell.com’s CEO about critical PTMS upgrades. See the full video series here: https://ow.ly/a8ks50WaNUW#F353#DefenseTechnologyg#sponsoreded
June 17, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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Day 1 #ParisAirShow brought together the top defense innovators, cutting-edge aircraft, drones, & tech on full display. But the spotlight also turned to controversy, as black walls were erected around Israeli pavilions, sparking protest from exhibitors.

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PARIS AIR SHOW — The largest defense expo in Europe kicked off today in Paris IAI’s booth at the Paris Air Show, surrounded by the barricade. (Valerie Insinna/Breaking Defense) Elbit Systems’ booth at the Paris Air Show was blockaded off at the start of the conference. (Valerie Insinna/Breaking Deefnse) Two rockets from space-based displays loom over the crowd at the Paris Air Show on June 16, 2025. (Aaron Mehta / Breaking Defense)
June 16, 2025 at 10:16 PM
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Breaking Defense obtained a letter from Lockheed Martin CEO Jim Taiclet to the Air Force. Find out what's in the letter this week on The Break Out. ▶️ vimeo.com/1092134095/4...

#LockheedMartin #AirForce #TheWeeklyBreakOut
June 13, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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How will developments on Capitol Hill impact the F-35 program? Watch the Future of the F-35 series to find out more.

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*Video series underwritten by Honeywell Aerospace Technologies

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June 9, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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In an unusual move, China did not send its defense minister to this year's Shangri-La Dialogue. Watch The Break Out to find out what US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had to say about that. ▶️ vimeo.com/1090102661/2... [5 minutes, 40 seconds]

#ChinaDefense #PeteHegseth #TheWeeklyBreakOut
June 9, 2025 at 2:15 PM