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Airbus chairman René Obermann urges European states to acquire tactical nuclear weapons in response to Russian Iskander deployments in Kaliningrad

Reuters reports: Airbus chairman Rene Obermann has called on European countries to acquire tactical nuclear weapons in response to the threat posed by Russian Iskander missiles deployed at Kaliningrad that can carry nuclear warheads.

2025-11-19T03:52:06.096053-08:00

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FlightGlobal • Craig Hoyle

Aselsan eyes Gulf expansion after signing UAE pacts as it debuts solo at Dubai Airshow

By FlightGlobal: Fast-growing Aselsan is making a high-profile first solo appearance at a Dubai air show, with the Turkish company exhibiting just a fraction of its broad portfolio of aerospace products.

2025-11-19T03:33:23.737992-08:00
Satellite   Europe   M&A   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Space Defense & Militarization  
Bloomberg • Luca Casiraghi; Alberto Brambilla

Davide Leone Boosts SES Stake, Backs Defense Pivot Despite Earnings Setback

By Bloomberg: Hedge fund manager Davide Leone boosted his stake in SES SA this year, wagering the satellite company’s strategic shift toward defense will unlock long-term value — a thesis that still stands, even after its latest earnings setback.

2025-11-19T02:01:06.603361-08:00
UAV Development & Drone Programs   ATC   Europe   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact  
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Reuters • Lidia Kelly

Poland Scrambles Jets After Russian Strikes Near Border; Allied Aircraft Deployed

By Reuters: Polish and allied aircraft were deployed early on Wednesday to ensure the safety of Polish airspace after Russia launched airstrikes targeting western Ukraine near the border with Poland, armed forces of the NATO-member country said.

Also: Independent.ie, news.ssbcrack.com and euractiv.com
2025-11-18T20:24:07.923413-08:00
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Reuters • Parth Chandna

L3Harris to invest $400 million to expand solid rocket motor production in Arkansas

By Reuters: Defense supplier L3Harris Technologies said on Tuesday it will invest $400 million in a new solid rocket motor production campus in Arkansas, marking one of the largest such expansions in the U.S.

2025-11-18T14:31:15.218652-08:00
Supply Chain   Leadership   North America   Military Aircraft Procurement   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Aviation Safety & Regulation   Defense Budgets & Spending   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Policy & Regulation  
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DefenseNews.com • Stephen Losey

Wilsbach prioritizes new aircraft and fleet readiness as Air Force mission-capable rates decline

By DefenseNews.com: Wilsbach's emphasis on aircraft readiness comes as mission-capable rates have steadily declined in recent years.

Also: Air & Space Forces Mag, AirForceTimes and Military Times
2025-11-18T14:25:26.560331-08:00