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Associated Press • Leer En Español

Drone likely used by Ukraine explodes after entering Bulgarian airspace from Romania

Bulgaria says a drone crossed into its airspace from Romania and exploded near Kardam, close to the border and a gas pipeline. An initial defense-ministry assessment identified it as a model commonly used by Ukraine; officials reported no casualties, infrastructure damage or pipeline impact.

Also: Bloomberg and Yahoo
2026-08-08T04:14:30.688720-07:00
UAV Development & Drone Programs   Europe   Accident   Airport Infrastructure & Air Traffic Management   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact  
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Reuters • Rene Wagner

Drones spotted above German military base two days after suspected drone attack

By Reuters: Two drones were spotted above a military base in western Germany late on Thursday, two days after ​an explosive-laden drone was found near a runway at Leipzig/Halle Airport ‌in the east of the country, authorities said on Saturday.

2026-08-08T04:59:15.333777-07:00
Europe   Military Aircraft Procurement   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
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Air Data News • Ricardo Meier

Swiss visit to Japan fuels speculation over possible GCAP cooperation

By Air Data News: Defense procurement chief met government agencies and technology companies during visit by the head of Switzerland's Federal Office for Defence Procurement (Armasuisse) to Japan has prompted speculation that the two countries could be exploring cooperation related to the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP).

2026-08-08T04:44:29.587890-07:00
Policy & Regulation   Defense Policy   Boeing  
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Wall Street Journal • Marcus Weisgerber

Hegseth Revokes Former Biden Air Force Secretary’s Security Clearance Over Alleged Air Force One Leak

By Wall Street Journal: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth revoked the security clearance of a former high-ranking Biden administration defense official for allegedly leaking classified information about Air Force One.

2026-08-07T17:59:38.643872-07:00
Hypersonic   Missile Systems & Strategic Weapons   Defense Industry & Major Contractors  
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The Air Current • Elan Head

DARPA opens search for next-generation fighter, bomber-launched hypersonic cruise missiles with eye toward new entrants

By The Air Current: Data-driven reporting and analysis on the strategy and technology of flying., Data-driven reporting and analysis on the strategy and technology of flying.

2026-08-07T14:30:36.955271-07:00
Space Force   Leadership   Workforce & Skills Development   Defense Policy  
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Breaking Defense • Theresa Hitchens

Schiess confirmed as third Space Force chief

By Breaking Defense: Lt. Gen. Doug Schiess will inherit a bigger service with plans to grow further, but also a complex set of acquisition and workforce challenges.

Also: Air & Space Forces Mag, Stars and Stripes, Defense Scoop and Military Times
2026-08-07T04:45:45.434730-07:00