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USS Theodore Roosevelt hosts international helicopter exchange for RIMPAC 26

The aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt welcomed more than 45 military personnel from eight countries for an international helicopter exchange as part of Exercise Rim of the Pacific 2026 (RIMPAC 26). The activity underscores multinational rotary-wing integration within the RIMPAC 26 training framework.

2026-06-30T06:30:08.252797-07:00

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Finland and Estonia sign LOI with NestAI to co-develop AI for unmanned systems and command-and-control

2026-06-30T05:57:58.284559-07:00

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Ukraine steps up long-range drone campaign, hitting Russia’s Dubna satellite communications center in the Moscow region for the

2026-06-30T02:58:17.030766-07:00

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Ukraine says France and MBDA talks progress toward a potential license to produce SCALP cruise missiles domestically

2026-06-30T03:28:43.538594-07:00

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USS Theodore Roosevelt hosts international helicopter exchange for RIMPAC 26 The aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt welcomed more than 45 military personnel from eight countries for an international helicopter exchange as part of Exercise Rim of the Pacific 2026 (RIMPAC 26). The activity underscores multinational rotary-wing integration within the RIMPAC 26 training framework.

2026-06-30T06:30:08.252797-07:00

USS Theodore Roosevelt hosts international helicopter exchange for RIMPAC 26

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Finland and Estonia sign LOI with NestAI to co-develop AI for unmanned systems and command-and-control Finland’s defense ministry and Estonia’s military have signed a June 30 letter of intent with NestAI to co-develop artificial intelligence for unmanned systems and command-and-control applications. The agreement signals a joint effort to bring AI capabilities into cross-border UAS operations and decision support.

2026-06-30T05:57:58.284559-07:00

Finland and Estonia sign LOI with NestAI to co-develop AI for unmanned systems and command-and-control

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Ascendant Paris to stage Bastille Day flyover with European nuclear-deterrence signaling Ascendant Paris says it will hold a European-flavored Bastille Day flyover featuring nuclear-deterrence undertones. The symbolism is tied to the fact that all four participating countries have committed to some form of France’s promised forward nuclear-deterrence scheme.

2026-06-30T04:28:35.715166-07:00

Ascendant Paris to stage Bastille Day flyover with European nuclear-deterrence signaling

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Ukraine says France and MBDA talks progress toward a potential license to produce SCALP cruise missiles domestically Ukraine says negotiations with France and MBDA are progressing on a potential licensing arrangement to manufacture SCALP cruise missiles in-country, while emphasizing that no agreement is finalized. The discussions frame a pathway for Kyiv to expand long-range strike production capacity without locking into a confirmed deal yet.

2026-06-30T03:28:43.538594-07:00

Ukraine says France and MBDA talks progress toward a potential license to produce SCALP cruise missiles domestically

Reuters

Ukraine steps up long-range drone campaign, hitting Russia’s Dubna satellite communications center in the Moscow region for the Ukraine says it struck Russia’s Dubna satellite communications centre near Moscow for a second time in just over a week, as Kyiv escalates long-range drone attacks to pressure the Kremlin. Russia’s mayor reported more than 60 drones targeting Moscow overnight, while Ukraine’s Air Force says it shot down 138 targets and recorded drone strikes at 10 locations.

2026-06-30T02:58:17.030766-07:00

Ukraine steps up long-range drone campaign, hitting Russia’s Dubna satellite communications center in the Moscow region for the

Associated Press

Starmer unveils UK Defence Investment Plan: £38B+ for GCAP stealth-fighter work plus drone and AI-driven modernization The UK has announced a Defence Investment Plan that includes more than £38 billion over four years for the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), supporting development of a next-generation stealth fighter with Japan and Italy for the RAF. The wider package also shifts focus toward technology-enabled deterrence, including drones, “self-flying” platforms, and AI-enabled capabilities.

2026-06-30T01:43:25.394482-07:00

Starmer unveils UK Defence Investment Plan: £38B+ for GCAP stealth-fighter work plus drone and AI-driven modernization

FlightGlobal

Ukraine’s F-Drones secures US authorization to build interceptor-drone production line Ukrainian drone maker F-Drones will establish its first production line in the US after Kyiv authorized it to export its uncrewed weapons to the US military. The firm says its F7 interceptor systems are manufactured without Chinese components, positioning them for US service eligibility.

2026-06-29T17:57:20.789709-07:00

Ukraine’s F-Drones secures US authorization to build interceptor-drone production line

The War Zone

U.S. Air Force confirms B-2A can launch AGM-158C LRASM for anti-ship strikes The U.S. Air Force revealed for the first time that the B-2A Spirit stealth bomber can employ the AGM-158C Long Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM), after the weapon was shown during a recent Sinking Exercise (SINKEX). The service also highlighted B-2 LRASM operations in the Pacific, underscoring a new maritime strike capability.

2026-06-29T17:26:04.080662-07:00

U.S. Air Force confirms B-2A can launch AGM-158C LRASM for anti-ship strikes

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USS Theodore Roosevelt hosts international helicopter exchange for RIMPAC 26

Finland and Estonia sign LOI with NestAI to co-develop AI for unmanned systems and command-and-control

Ukraine steps up long-range drone campaign, hitting Russia’s Dubna satellite communications center in the Moscow region for the

Ukraine says France and MBDA talks progress toward a potential license to produce SCALP cruise missiles domestically

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