Signalgate spurs DOD interest in chat-archiving services
Federal law—and a judge's order—have officials with Defense, Justice, and Homeland Security reaching out to at least one company that specializes in encrypted-message retention.
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https://www.defenseone.com/business/2025/03/government-interest-chat-archiving-service-skyrockets-following-signalgate/404193/
Pentagon to offer new round of voluntary resignations, retirements
The Defense Department is going to offer a new round of voluntary resignations and retirements to the civilian workforce, but details are slim.
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https://www.defensenews.com/news/pentagon-congress/2025/03/31/pentagon-to-offer-new-round-of-voluntary-resignations-retirements/
How to handle winners (and losers) in the Pentagon’s 8% budget relook
The authors of this op-ed argue the DOD's 8% relook offers an opportunity to break the defense budgeting routine, but that outcome is far from preordained.
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https://www.defensenews.com/opinion/2025/03/31/how-to-handle-winners-and-losers-in-the-pentagons-8-budget-relook/
Rafael tests modular C-UAS weapon system
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has completed a new field test of its TYPHOON 30 Remote Weapon Station (RWS), the company announced Monday. Conducted in Israel, the test focused on the system’s ability to counter unmanned aerial threats and demonstrated its modular deployment capabilities. In a statement, Rafael said the trial showcased the TYPHOON 30’s “enhanced […]
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https://defence-blog.com/rafael-tests-modular-c-uas-weapon-system/
AI-powered surveillance system deployed to US-Mexico border
Skylark Labs has announced the deployment of its advanced Scout MK II surveillance system along the U.S.-Mexico border. The platform is now operational and undergoing evaluation in live field conditions by end users, the company confirmed in a statement. The move comes as border security continues to be a high priority for Presiden…
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https://defence-blog.com/ai-powered-surveillance-system-deployed-to-us-mexico-border/
US-made Flyer 72 tactical vehicle spotted In Ukraine
A rare U.S.-built tactical vehicle, the Flyer 72-LD, has been spotted in use by Ukrainian Special Operations Forces, according to footage released by the Ukrainian military. The vehicle appeared in a video published by the Special Operations Forces of Ukraine featuring a message from the commander of the 6th Separate Ranger Regiment. The brief c…
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https://defence-blog.com/us-made-flyer-72-tactical-vehicle-spotted-in-ukraine/
The D Brief: DOD-shakeup proposals due in days; Border-ops price tag; New Army tech; Rocketmakers’ green light; And a bit more.
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https://www.defenseone.com/threats/2025/03/the-d-brief-march-31-2025/404165/
Sweden pledges $1.6 billion in new Ukraine aid, including air defense
Defense Minister Pål Jonson said the "very serious situation" in Ukraine requires more help from allies.
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https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2025/03/31/sweden-pledges-16-billion-in-new-ukraine-aid-including-air-defense/
US Marines launch first attack drone unit
The U.S. Marine Corps has officially established the Marine Corps Attack Drone Team (MCADT), a new unit tasked with integrating armed first-person view (FPV) drones into frontline operations. The move reflects a growing recognition of FPV drones as an increasingly vital component of small-unit warfare. According to the Marine Corps, MCADT was formed on January […]
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https://defence-blog.com/us-marines-launch-first-attack-drone-unit/
Sweden sends record $1.6B arms aid to Ukraine
Sweden has committed its largest military support package to date for Ukraine, valued at 16 billion Swedish crowns (approximately $1.59 billion), Defense Minister Pål Jonson announced on Monday. According to remarks made during a press conference in Stockholm, the package includes 9.2 billion crowns allocated for defense equipment to be procured under the lead…
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https://defence-blog.com/sweden-sends-record-1-6b-arms-aid-to-ukraine/
Giorgia Meloni’s government is still supporting Ukraine and backing NATO. Italy’s aerospace and defence sectors help explain why.
Both Meloni’s government and the opposition have put forward complicated if not unrealistic proposals for the war in Ukraine, such as a UN peacekeeping mission after a ceasefire, and repeatedly reaffirmed their commitment to NATO.
Trump threatens Iran with “unseen” bombing
In a high-stakes interview aired Saturday evening, President Donald Trump issued a blunt warning to Iran, stating that if Tehran refuses to make a deal with the United States to halt its nuclear weapons ambitions, it will face bombing “the likes of which they have never seen before.” “If they don’t make a deal,” Trump […]
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Japan activates new missile unit in Ōita
The Japanese Ministry of Defense has formally established a new coastal missile unit in Ōita Prefecture. According to Japan’s public broadcaster NHK, the new unit—designated the 8th Surface-to-Ship Missile Regiment—was activated on March 30 at the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force’s (JGSDF) Yufuin garrison. The regiment, consisting of approximately 300 personnel, has bee…
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https://defence-blog.com/japan-activates-new-missile-unit-in-oita/
China warns Philippines over sea patrols
China’s Ministry of National Defense has issued a direct warning to the Philippines amid escalating tensions in the South China Sea. In a statement released Friday, the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) confirmed that its Southern Theater Command had conducted what it described as “routine patrols” in the contested waters. The announcement follows Manila’s recent …
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https://defence-blog.com/china-warns-philippines-over-sea-patrols/
#Norway’s $1.8tn oil fund has been barred from holding stakes in most #defence companies since the early 2000s when the country’s parliament imposed ethical rules that banned it from owning groups that make parts for #nuclear or #cluster weapons. https://www.ft.com/content/12dd811a-b8d1-4c57-bab9-a863896af3e4
