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The Abrams demonstrates the pitfalls of Washington’s overcomplicated defence procurement system
Top US official sees ‘pathway’ for allies to build nuclear-powered submarines for Australia
Russia’s attack on Ukraine shows western militaries are ill-equipped for war
Detailed supply chain mapping reveals a complex web of companies under significant strain
Inside Moran Cerf’s quest to modernise the decision-making process that could end life on earth
Germany’s chancellor resists move for fear of provoking Vladimir Putin
Programme in Oklahoma will instruct 90 to 100 soldiers to operate advanced air defence system
The asymmetric conflict with Russia has unleashed a wave of creative battlefield tools
Use by both sides of unmanned spy and attack vehicles is a new form of conflict
Launching such a weapon over Ukraine would be lethal to Kyiv’s information warfare systems
President Tsai Ing-wen turns to private sector to strengthen defence procurement supply chain
Thwarted attack on Black Sea fleet in Crimea highlights Kyiv’s ability to offset Moscow’s superior firepower
Military alliance admits to problems in sourcing equipment Kyiv is seeking from its western allies
Russia has a stockpile of so-called tactical nuclear arms intended for battlefield use
US-supplied high-precision rockets damage bridge on Dnipro river, making transport impossible
Innovation is found in the start-up community, but these companies have minimal interest in national security
Greg Hayes believes US and Europe will need more conventional weaponry to deter Russian aggression
It is not just aircraft that need protection, but also navigation systems, airports, manufacturers and supply chains
Demand for weapons such as artillery shells reveals low stockpiles and strategic complacency about threats
Defence contractor wants to be a ‘reliable partner’ to Europe
Kyiv says it urgently requires ‘weapons parity’ with Russia as western defence ministers prepare to meet
In today’s environment, governments need to get over deep-rooted preferences for ‘secret’ information
White House to send rocket systems to help Kyiv fend off Russian forces in the eastern Donbas region
Moscow may struggle to sustain offensive but Kyiv lacks enough heavy weapons for effective counter-attack
How Beijing got ahead in hypersonic weapons
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