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Bloomberg • Jen Judson

US counter-drone test exposes detection and heat-related failures as Pentagon confronts threats from Iran’s drones

A September test in Arizona exposed shortcomings in U.S. counter-drone defenses: several systems failed to defeat targets or struggled with detection and extreme heat. The reports also revisit warnings about the danger of Iran’s drones, underscoring the challenge of turning counter-drone plans into reliable capabilities under operational conditions.

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2026-11-15T06:04:57.706283-08:00
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politico.eu • Chris Lunday

Estonia to close border with Russia after ‘sabotage attack’ on defense firm

By politico.eu: Tallinn’s Internal Security Service said an attempted arson attack was commissioned by Russia’s GRU military intelligence agency.

2026-11-15T06:40:39.105627-08:00
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aerotelegraph.com

(DE) German military set to receive 16 more Airbus A400Ms

By aerotelegraph.com: Die Bundeswehr könnte 16 zusätzliche Airbus A400M in taktischer Ausführung erhalten. Der Haushaltsausschuss des Deutschen Bundestages hat mit seiner Beschlussempfehlung für den Verteidigungshaushalt 2027 und den Wirtschaftsplan des Sondervermögens Bundeswehr die Voraussetzungen für die Beschaffung geschaffen.

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2026-11-15T01:54:38.613762-08:00
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The War Zone • Joseph Trevithick

B-21 Raider Has Released Its First Weapon

By The War Zone: Beginning weapons testing is the latest milestone for the B-21, but its schedule is tight with the Air Force still aiming to declare the Raider operational next year.

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2026-11-13T09:28:27.783499-08:00
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The War Zone • Howard Altman

Suspected Drones Over RAF Lakenheath Just Triggered Security Response: U.S. Air Force (Updated)

By The War Zone: The scare comes after some USAF aircraft were evacuated from England and the threat level at bases has been raised. Add TWZ (opens Google in a new window or tab) More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our articles in Google results.

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2026-11-13T13:04:28.733961-08:00
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Reuters

Italy says it backs Germany joining next-generation fighter jet project

By Reuters: Italy said on Saturday it fully supported Germany's participation in the Global ​Combat Air Programme to develop a next-generation ‌fighter jet, rejecting media reports that Rome had sought to block Berlin from joining.

realcleardefense.com

Europe’s Rearmament Paradox

2026-11-14T06:05:34.784391-08:00
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Wall Street Journal • Maya Davis, Robbie Gramer

Democrats Order Musk to Preserve Records Over Ukraine Starlink Access

By Wall Street Journal: Democratic senators have told Elon Musk to preserve all records related to SpaceX’s restrictions on Ukraine’s use of its Starlink and Starshield satellite services, according to a letter reviewed by The Wall Street Journal.

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2026-11-13T16:28:12.044772-08:00