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Satellite   Space Force   Space Defense & Militarization  
Breaking Defense • Theresa Hitchens

Space Force awards five companies contracts to demonstrate Space Data Network interoperability

The Space Force has selected five companies for new awards intended to demonstrate how multiple satellite networks can connect to its emerging Space Data Network. The effort focuses on interoperability across diverse networks as the service develops a more integrated space-based communications architecture.

2026-08-17T06:19:47.656195-07:00
Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
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The Hill • Max Rego

Retired colonel knocks Trump order to cut back on ‘critical’ joint exercises with South Korea

By The Hill: Retired Air Force Col. Cedric Leighton on Sunday suggested President Trump made “an unforced error” in ordering the Pentagon to scale back its joint exercises with the South Korean military.

Also: AirForceTimes
2026-08-17T08:06:12.369272-07:00
Leadership   L3Harris   Defense Industry & Major Contractors  
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Reuters

L3Harris ousts CEO Kubasik over conduct breach, names insider Mehta as replacement

By Reuters: L3Harris Technologies said on Monday Chairman and CEO ‌Christopher Kubasik had left the company after a board investigation found he had engaged in conduct inconsistent with the defense contractor's code of conduct, sending its shares down 2.5% in early morning trading.

Also: Defense One, Seeking Alpha and Breaking Defense
2026-08-17T05:06:39.097415-07:00
Aircraft Carrier   Europe   Military Aircraft Procurement   Defense Policy  
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The Hill • Filip Timotija

U.S. Navy Reviews Ford-Class Carrier Redesign Amid Trump Aesthetic Concerns

By The Hill: Defense Navy considers major aircraft carrier revamp to better suit Trump’s aesthetic by Filip Timotija - 08/16/26 10:58 PM ET by Filip Timotija - 08/16/26 10:58 PM ET Article Content NOW PLAYING The U.S.

Also: AeroTime and Aero-News
2026-08-16T20:32:22.947055-07:00