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PHOTOS: The sights of Berlin Air Show 2026 on Day 2 - Breaking Defense

Berlin Air Show 2026 Day 2: Space Takes Center Stage Alongside Defense Tech

Day 2 dedicated to space capabilities, including lunar base concepts and launch systems.
AI-supported exoskeleton from German Space Agency's NoGravEx and GraviMoko projects.
Rolls-Royce showcased powerplant for Collaborative Combat Aircraft.
Deutsche Aircraft's D328MR, FIXAR 025 electric VTOL UAV, and Airbus U760 Ravenstorm displayed.

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DT Editorial Team·Jun 11, 2026·via breakingdefense.com

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Ukraine officially adopts new electric motorcycle for military use

Ukraine Adopts New Electric Motorcycle for Military Operations

Ukraine officially adopts an electric motorcycle for its armed forces.
Electric motorcycles offer silent operation and low heat signature for stealth.
Lower maintenance and fuel logistics compared to ICE vehicles.
Initial deployment for special operations and reconnaissance.

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DT Editorial Team·Jun 9, 2026·via electrek.co

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French Army has recruitment surplus but lacks equipment, deputy chief says

French Army Slows Recruitment Due to Surplus, Faces Equipment Shortfalls

French Army has slowed recruitment due to a surplus of qualified applicants.
Equipment shortfalls exist in spare parts, deep-fires, and counter-drone defense.
France's demographic and cultural factors contribute to high recruitment and retention.
Germany and Poland face opposite challenges: ample funding but personnel shortages.

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DT Editorial Team·Jun 8, 2026·via defensenews.com

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Ukraine to acquire up to 20 Gripen fighter jets, on track to receive batch of older models - Breaking Defense

Ukraine secures Gripen path as Sweden plans fighter package

Sweden says Ukraine will order up to 20 Gripen E/F jets.
Stockholm also aims to donate 16 Gripen C/D aircraft.
The package is tied to long-term Ukrainian air force modernization.

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DT Editorial Team·May 28, 2026·via breakingdefense.com

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Canada enters talks with Saab for GlobalEye purchase - Breaking Defense

Canada has entered negotiations with Saab over GlobalEye airborne early warning aircraft, signaling a possible shift to

Canada has entered negotiations with Saab for GlobalEye aircraft.
Saab is the preferred supplier, but no contract has been signed.
The proposal combines Saab mission systems with Bombardier’s Canadian-built Global 6500 airframe.

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Peacekeeping troop numbers fall to lowest in at least 25 years, SIPRI says

Global Peacekeeping Deployments Fell to a 25-Year Low in 2025, SIPRI Says

SIPRI says peacekeeping personnel fell 17% in 2025 to 78,633 worldwide.
The total is down 49% from the end of 2016 and the lowest in at least 25 years.
A UN funding crisis and delayed donor payments drove cuts in deployed personnel.
Researchers warn weakening multilateralism could leave civilians more exposed to conflict.

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Iran’s Navy won’t rebuild for 5 to 10 years, country unable to support proxies: CENTCOM - Breaking Defense

CENTCOM says Iran’s navy has been degraded for years, signaling a sharp shift in regional deterrence

CENTCOM says Iran’s naval and defense-industrial capacity has been degraded by roughly 85% to 90%.
Adm. Brad Cooper told lawmakers Iran’s navy may not begin rebuilding for five to ten years.
The testimony also says Iran’s ability to arm and support regional proxies has been sharply reduced.

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Gerald R. Ford to return from historic deployment on Saturday: CNO - Breaking Defense

USS Gerald R. Ford Set to Return After Record 324 Days at Sea

The USS Gerald R. Ford is returning after 324 days at sea, a modern record for a US carrier.
The ship operated across the High North, Eastern Mediterranean, Southern Command, and the Middle East.
Navy leaders say the deployment shows Ford-class durability, but also reflects broader force-capacity strain.

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Mistral CEO Arthur Mensch warns France against letting Anthropic's Mythos scan military code bases

Mistral Chief Warns France Against Letting Foreign AI Probe Military Code

Mistral’s CEO told a French inquiry that military code should not be scanned by Anthropic’s Mythos.
He argued advanced AI systems can identify vulnerabilities and deepen strategic dependence.
The EU is already seeking early access to powerful cybersecurity models from U.S. firms.

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US, close allies creating joint 'orbital warfare' plan: SPACECOM chief - Breaking Defense

US Space Command and Allies Are Writing a Joint Plan for Orbital Warfare

US Space Command and six close allies are drafting a joint concept of operations for the defense of orbital assets.
Gen. Stephen Whiting said the plan should be finished by the end of 2026.
The effort reflects a broader shift from coordination in military space operations toward integrated planning for contested orbital environments.

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In Russian military parade meant to project power, analysts see 'real vulnerability' - Breaking Defense

Muted Victory Day Parade Signals Russian Security Anxiety, Analysts Say

Analysts said Russia’s reduced Victory Day parade suggested vulnerability rather than strength.
Observers linked the smaller display to fears of a possible Ukrainian strike and to Moscow’s broader war pressures.
Putin said military equipment was omitted for security reasons, reinforcing the sense of caution around the event.

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Viasat wins $307 million Marine Corps satellite communications contract

Viasat Secures $307 Million Marine Corps Satellite Communications Deal

The Marine Corps awarded Viasat a five-year, $307 million satellite communications contract.
The MECS2 program emphasizes multi-orbit, multi-band commercial services and managed connectivity.
The deal reflects the Pentagon’s push to blend GEO, MEO, and LEO networks for greater resilience.

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Pakistan’s first Chinese submarine set to boost naval capability

Pakistan commissions first Chinese-built Hangor submarine as naval modernization accelerates

Pakistan commissioned the first of eight Hangor-class submarines in Sanya on April 30.
The boats are export variants of China’s Yuan-class design and use air-independent propulsion.
Half the fleet is to be built in Pakistan under a technology-transfer agreement.

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Pentagon Signs New AI Deals With Big Tech as Military Use Cases Move Closer to the Core

The Defense Department says seven tech firms will provide AI for classified networks.
Officials describe the tools as aids for warfighter decision-making.
The agreements intensify debate over autonomy, privacy, and civilian harm.
Anthropic’s absence highlights unresolved disputes over military guardrails.

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Navy ‘going to study’ possibility of building ships outside US, Phelan says

Navy Weighs Foreign Shipbuilding as U.S. Yards Face Capacity Crunch

Navy Secretary John Phelan said the service will study whether foreign partners could help build U.S. warships.
The Navy is facing domestic labor capacity constraints while pursuing a larger fleet.
Existing maintenance work with South Korea and Japan is being cited as a model for allied support.

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The Space Force’s ‘commercial first’ strategy in action with Col. Tim Trimailo

Space Force’s Commercial-First Push Signals a Faster Path for Industry Partnerships

SpaceNews interviewed Col. Tim Trimailo about the Space Force’s commercial-first strategy.
The discussion focused on working with industry, new companies and speed.
The episode frames commercial partnerships as part of the service’s response to evolving space needs.

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A Typhoon equipped with APKWS missiles

BAE tests lower-cost anti-drone missile option for Typhoon fighters

BAE Systems tested APKWS-guided rockets from an RAF Typhoon as a cheaper anti-drone option.
The report says an AIM-9X Sidewinder can cost more than US$500,000 per shot.
APKWS converts a 70-mm unguided rocket into a precision-guided weapon using wing-mounted optical sensors.
The concept is aimed at making layered air defense against drones more affordable.

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Astroscale passes key design milestone for UK military space-tracking cubesats

Astroscale moves UK military cubesat mission into integration and testing

Astroscale completed the critical design review for the UK-backed Orpheus mission.
The mission will fly two near-identical cubesats built by Open Cosmos in close formation for about a year in low Earth orbit.
Onboard hyperspectral imaging sensors are intended to detect and identify targets of interest.
International partners are also supporting research on geophysical activity that can disrupt signals, navigation, and communications.

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China miniaturizes electromagnetic cannon tech into handheld coil gun

China’s Reported Handheld Coil Gun Points to a New Phase of Compact Electromagnetic Weapons

Metadata describes a pistol-like Chinese coil gun based on electromagnetic launch systems.
The device is framed as discreet and non-lethal.
The report suggests compact electromagnetic weapons are becoming a more practical research focus.

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China's neighbor to introduce kamikaze drones to boost battle power

Japan’s move toward loitering drones and low-cost missiles signals a cheaper deterrence push

Interesting Engineering says Japan plans to field loitering drones and low-cost missiles.
The reported missile range is 620 miles.
The move suggests a procurement strategy centered on scale, affordability, and longer reach.

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