Europeans have agreed to pay more for arms and want to spend it at home. But can its manufacturers rush to compete with dominant U.S. firms?
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China’s Halt of Critical Minerals Poses Risk for U.S. Military Programs
The Pentagon and defense contractors are heavily reliant on magnets and rare earth minerals mined or processed in China, which has suspended exports of the materials in an escalating trade war.
What Are ATACMS Missiles? The U.S. Weapons That Ukraine Fired Into Russia
In a major policy shift, the Biden administration has authorized Ukraine to use the ballistic missiles within Russia.
What Are ATACMS, the U.S. Missiles That May Be Used Against Russia?
In a major policy shift, the Biden administration has authorized Ukraine to use the ballistic missiles within Russia.
U.S. Sends THAAD Missile Defense System to Israel: What to Know
It can intercept missiles above Earth’s atmosphere, and is being deployed to defend against Iranian attacks.
Rocket Engine Explodes During Test at Shetland Spaceport
As European countries push to develop more independent space capabilities, a test at one new site produced an explosion.
Ukraine Could Deploy F-16s as Soon as July, but Only a Few
Countries promised the fighter jets last year, but delivering them and training pilots have proved complex. Ukraine may start with as few as six, out of about 45 pledged.
Why More American Weapons Will Soon Be Made Outside America
With the wars in Ukraine and Gaza straining U.S. arsenals, Washington is seeking to expand production with global partners like Australia.
U.K.’s Trident Nuclear Missile Fails Another Test, Fueling Scrutiny
An unarmed Trident missile splashed into the sea close to its launch site, the U.K. government confirmed on Wednesday, fueling scrutiny of the state of Britain’s nuclear deterrent.
Israel-Hamas War Adds to Surge in Global Weapons Sales
Israel’s conflict with Hamas, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the rise of China have brought a boom for weapons makers and a chance for Washington to build closer military ties to other countries.