Rahm Emanuel: US Military Needs a Revolution
Former Chicago mayor and ex‑White House chief of staff Rahm Emanuel argued in a Wall Street Journal op‑ed that the U.S. military must undergo a sweeping reform to fight both conventional and unconventional wars at once. He points to Ukraine’s drone‑driven tactics and Iran’s asymmetric pressure on the Strait of Hormuz as proof the Pentagon is lagging behind modern threats. Emanuel proposes barring the “Big Five” defense contractors from stock buybacks until they meet schedule and budget targets, and earmarking 30‑40% of emerging‑tech funds for smaller firms. The proposal arrives as he eyes a 2028 Democratic presidential bid, adding political weight to the defense debate.
Smart Shooter Receives Follow-On U.S. Army Award for SMASH 2000LEFire Control Systems for Individual C-sUAS
Smart Shooter secured a follow‑on U.S. Army contract worth roughly $10.7 million for its SMASH 2000LE fire‑control system, slated for delivery in the third quarter of 2026. The award, processed through PAE Defensive Fires and Atlantic Diving Supply, expands the Army’s fielding...
US Air Force Reassigns Combat Training Units to Enhance Readiness
The U.S. Air Force announced a reorganization that moves several combat training units from their legacy commands into the Air Education and Training Command (AETC). The shift consolidates advanced fighter, bomber and electronic warfare curricula under a single authority, aiming...
Trump Says War on Iran Not ‘Done’ — but Concerns Rise About Munitions Shortages
President Donald Trump told reporters the war against Iran is not over despite formally ending Operation Epic Fury on May 1. He claimed roughly 70% of Iranian targets have been hit and warned the U.S. could resume strikes within weeks. Israeli...
GA-ASI and USAF Demonstrate APKWS on MQ-9A Reaper
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems and the U.S. Air Force successfully flight‑tested the laser‑guided Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) on an MQ‑9A Reaper at the Nevada Test and Training Range. Multiple shot profiles, including moving aerial targets, were executed flawlessly,...
UK Spent More than $22 Million for Starlink Supplies, Report Shows
The British Ministry of Defence has spent more than $22.6 million on SpaceX’s Starlink satellites and terminals over the past four years, funding both Ukrainian resistance and British forces abroad. Over 50,000 terminals have been shipped to Ukraine since the 2022...
Stronger, Smarter, Sharper: Incirlik Airmen Elevate Tactical Skills Through European EOD Exercise
Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Airmen from the 39th Civil Engineer Squadron at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, participated in Operation Deterrent Viking II at Germany’s Baumholder Military Training Area. Hosted by the 786th Civil Engineer Squadron, the exercise featured live‑fire demolition, UXO...
Connecticut National Guard Hosts Cyber Yankee 2026
The Connecticut National Guard is staging Cyber Yankee 2026, a two‑week regional cyber‑defense exercise at Camp Nett from May 4‑15. The drill brings together over 360 military, civilian and international participants to simulate attacks on critical utilities such as gas, water and electricity....
Army Uses Ground Robots & Combat Vehicles in First Assault Warfare Test
The U.S. Army’s airborne units conducted the first assault‑warfare test using ground robots and combat vehicles during the African Lion 26 exercise in Morocco. Dozens of unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) were paired with infantry squads and platforms such as the...
Google Disrupts Hackers Using AI to Exploit an Unknown Weakness in a Company's Digital Defense
Google’s threat‑intelligence team disrupted a criminal group that used a large‑language‑model AI to locate a previously unknown zero‑day vulnerability and bypass two‑factor authentication on a major system‑admin platform. The attackers’ AI‑assisted approach marks the first confirmed case of a large‑language...
MBDA and Indian Air Force MICA Missile Support Agreement
France’s MBDA and the Indian Air Force have signed a support agreement to establish a domestic MICA missile overhaul facility. MBDA will supply tooling, test equipment and training, while the IAF and Indian industry will operate the center. The move...
Starlink Shuts Down Its GPS-Style Cheat Code. Researchers May Unlock It Anyway.
SpaceX's Starlink has abruptly disabled the location‑data feature that let users access its satellite‑based positioning and navigation (PNT) service via the mobile app. The move comes despite growing interest in Starlink as a resilient alternative to GPS, which is increasingly...
Marines Expand Arctic Footprint with New Alaska Rotation
The Marine Corps announced Campaign‑Alaska, creating a rotating Marine Rotational Force‑Alaska (MRF‑Alaska) and a permanent Supporting Arms Liaison Team‑Alaska (SALT‑Alaska). The permanent unit will be stationed at Joint Force Elmendorf‑Richardson by fiscal year 2027, incorporating elements of the 6th Air...
After Drones & Missiles, Iran Stuns U.S. in Propaganda War Thanks to AI Lego Videos & Embassy Blitz
Iran has transformed its embassies into a high‑impact propaganda engine, using AI‑generated Lego‑style videos on X to portray the United States and Israel as reckless aggressors. Since the war began on Feb. 28, diplomatic accounts like Iran‑in‑India (≈100 k followers) have posted...
Red Hat and Core42 Set the Standard for Sovereign AI Infrastructure
Red Hat announced a partnership with Core42, a G42 subsidiary, to deliver sovereign cloud and AI services for the UAE public sector, defense and regulated industries. The collaboration leverages Red Hat OpenShift and Red Hat AI to create both private...
Kroenig Published in Foreign Policy on Iran’s Uranium Enrichment
Atlantic Council vice president Matthew Kroenig published a piece in Foreign Policy on May 11, arguing that Iran has no legitimate right to enrich uranium. He urges that any future U.S.‑Iran agreement, including under a Trump administration, should embed a...
5 US Bases Selected for Anti-Drone Pilot Program
The Joint Interagency Task Force 401 has chosen five U.S. military installations—Fort Huachuca, Fort Bliss, Naval Base Kitsap, Grand Forks AFB, and Whiteman AFB—for an anti‑drone pilot program that will evaluate directed‑energy weapons. The effort follows recent laser tests in...
UK Explores WWII Tech for PNT Alternative
The United Kingdom has signed a £6 million (approximately $7.6 million) contract with Team Elaris to develop an enhanced long‑range navigation system, known as eLoran. eLoran revives World War II‑era low‑frequency radio technology to provide positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) signals when satellite‑based GNSS...
In Defence of Canada Briefing (Issue 9)
The U.S. Golden Dome missile‑defence initiative, backed by an initial $24.4 billion allocation, is reshaping continental security and creating a lucrative market for Canadian space firms. Kepler Communications, Telesat and MDA Space are positioning their technologies to become integral components of the...
Rocket Lab Awarded $30 Million Contract by Anduril for HASTE Hypersonic Rocket Launches
Rocket Lab has secured a $30 million contract from defense tech firm Anduril to conduct three HASTE hypersonic test flights from its Virginia launch complex, with the first launch targeted for no earlier than November 2026. The agreement also includes a purchase...
Israeli Drone Strikes Near Beirut Kill 4 and Southern Airstrikes Kill at Least 13
Israeli drones struck three vehicles south of Beirut on Saturday, killing four civilians, while a series of airstrikes in southern Lebanon killed at least 13, including a 12‑year‑old girl. The attacks came after a cease‑fire between Israel and Hezbollah took...
EU-Backed Libyan Coast Guard Shot at and Threatened to Kidnap Crew of German Aid Ship
German charity vessel Sea‑Watch 5 was shot at by the Libyan coast guard 55 nautical miles north of Libya after rescuing about 90 migrants. The attack involved a Corrubia‑class patrol boat supplied by Italy and included threats to kidnap the crew...
US-Iran Ceasefire 'on Life Support' With Energy Woes to Continue in 2027
The United States and Iran have hit a stalemate in cease‑fire talks, leaving the Strait of Hormuz closed to commercial shipping. President Donald Trump insists on a "complete victory" while Tehran demands an end to the U.S. naval blockade and...
It’s Time to Officially Acknowledge Israel’s Nuclear Arsenal
A coalition of 30 progressive House Democrats sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio urging the U.S. government to officially acknowledge Israel’s undeclared nuclear arsenal. The lawmakers argue that transparency would improve strategic decision‑making, bolster U.S. credibility on...
View From Tokyo: Has Iran War Changed Confidence in the US?
The article assesses how the U.S.‑Iran war under the Trump administration is eroding confidence in the United States among Japanese media, scholars and some policymakers, while trust in the broader U.S. government remains more resilient. Recent Japanese polls show 75‑86%...
Department of the Navy Releases Fiscal Year 2027 Shipbuilding Plan
The Department of the Navy unveiled its FY 2027 Shipbuilding Plan, backed by a $65.8 billion budget request that forms part of a 30‑year investment strategy. The plan stresses a balanced high‑low mix of new vessels, revitalizes the industrial base, and tightens...
The False Promise of a US-Iran Quick Fix
Washington is weighing a narrow bilateral agreement with Iran aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz and easing tanker traffic. The proposal focuses on a cease‑fire, security guarantees and limited sanctions relief, but critics warn it mirrors past quick‑fix attempts...
USNS PFC Dewayne T. Williams Set for Drydocking at Boston Ship Repair
USNS PFC Dewayne T. Williams (T‑AK‑3009) is slated for a drydocking and maintenance availability at Boston Ship Repair in late spring. The repair contract, awarded to Boston Ship Repair by Crowley Government Services, is part of a $66.1 million Military Sealift...
Why the US Must Deter Russia and China in the North Pacific
The 2025 National Security Strategy and 2026 National Defense Strategy omit the North Pacific, despite its growing strategic relevance. Alaska’s air‑defense assets, the Bering Sea gateway, and abundant critical minerals make the region a vital link between homeland security and...
Digital Forensics Jobs Round-Up, May 11 2026
The May 11 2026 Digital Forensics Jobs Round‑Up lists more than 40 new DFIR openings across the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, Singapore, Ireland and South Africa. Positions range from internships and junior analyst roles to senior consultants and directors, covering...
Ukraine and Russia Fight on Despite US-Mediated Ceasefire
Ukraine and Russia entered a U.S.-mediated ceasefire slated for May 9‑11, yet both sides reported immediate violations. Moscow claimed over 23,800 Ukrainian breaches, while Kyiv logged 180 clashes and civilian casualties along a 745‑mile front. President Trump expressed optimism about extending...
Stopping Bugs Before They Ship: The Shift to Preventative Security
The software industry is shifting from reactive patching to a preventive security model known as secure‑by‑design, embedding threat modeling and clear trust boundaries early in the development lifecycle. Government agencies like CISA now promote security as a core business requirement,...
Air Force Experimenting with Using AI for Promotion Boards
The U.S. Air Force has created an "AI Action Team" that now numbers about 100 members to boost AI literacy and explore practical uses of the technology. One pilot project targets the officer promotion board, where AI will automate data‑gathering...
Analog Devices IMS2026 Booth Demos
Analog Devices is showcasing a suite of RF and mixed‑signal demos at IMS2026’s booth 23035, highlighting sub‑second power‑on to mission‑ready operation, high‑density direct‑RF sampling, and AI‑enhanced radio efficiency. The company demonstrated a X‑band digital beamforming platform, seamless DC‑to‑18 GHz coverage, and a...
Sting Ray Mod 1 Torpedo Poised to Start First P-8A Flight Trials
BAE Systems confirmed that the Sting Ray Mod 1 lightweight torpedo will begin air‑carriage and jettison trials on a U.S. Navy P‑8A Poseidon in Q3 2026, marking the final integration step for the RAF’s nine‑aircraft fleet. The trials, conducted at Naval Air...
Telia Lets 5G Fly on Kelluu Airship
Finnish airship operator Kelluu, in partnership with Telia, demonstrated secure 5G connectivity from a hydrogen‑powered airship using a Nokia Kolibri small‑cell on the 3.5 GHz band. The low‑altitude platform, operating between 120 m and 1,000 m, can cover up to 30,000 km² with five...
Indonesia Strengthens Turkish Defence Ties with Kizilelma Drone Order
Indonesia has signed a deal for 12 Bayraktar Kizilelma unmanned aerial vehicles, with options for an additional 48, creating up to five drone squadrons. The agreement, signed with Baykar and local partner Republikorp, includes domestic production and a maintenance centre,...
Europe Shrugs Off Trump’s Latest Threats
President Donald Trump’s renewed threats to pull U.S. troops from Europe have been met with a markedly calmer response from European leaders. Germany’s defense minister called the planned reduction of 5,000 troops “foreseeable,” and Italy and Spain issued measured statements...
U.S. Army Receives Hunter WOLF Unmanned Ground Vehicles at Fort Polk
The U.S. Army’s 3rd Brigade, 10th Mountain Division at Fort Polk has taken delivery of HDT Robotics’ Hunter WOLF unmanned ground vehicles under the Ground Optionally Autonomous Transport (GOAT) program. A week‑long Operator New Equipment Training will certify soldiers to...
AI-Powered Hacking Has Exploded Into Industrial-Scale Threat, Google Says
Google’s threat‑intelligence team reports that AI‑powered hacking has leapt from a niche concern to an industrial‑scale threat in just three months. Criminal syndicates and state‑linked actors from China, North Korea and Russia are weaponising commercial large‑language models such as Gemini,...
A Ukrainian Arms Maker Was Surprised to See Russian Soldiers Surrender to Its War Robots
Ukrainian defense firm DevDroid revealed that its unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) have forced Russian soldiers to surrender, a development that surprised the company’s R&D director. Video evidence shows the TW‑7.62 robot capturing three troops in January, highlighting the growing role...
Six U.S. F-16 Pilots Honored with Distinguished Flying Cross for Heroic Role in Operation Midnight Hammer
The U.S. Air Force awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross to six pilots of the 55th Fighter Squadron for their heroic actions during Operation Midnight Hammer, the June 2025 strike that helped end a 12‑day Iran‑Israel conflict. The award, presented by...
Canadian Military Is Growing Rapidly
Canada’s armed forces are seeing their fastest recruitment growth in 30 years, with over 7,000 new enlistees in April and applications nearing 100,000 in the past year. The surge is driven by heightened geopolitical tension, a 14 % youth unemployment rate,...
Send the Frigates
The United States and Israel launched a new campaign against Iran, imposing a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz that began on April 13. Without consulting allies, the U.S. has already escorted two commercial vessels and two destroyers through the narrow...
Attackers Targeting Storage Infrastructure for Remote Work
Threat actors are shifting focus from endpoints to storage infrastructure, exploiting on‑premises and cloud storage vulnerabilities to steal data, deploy ransomware, and destroy backups. The move is driven by the high value of consolidated data—personal information, IP, AI training sets,...
Build Application Firewalls Aim to Stop the Next Supply Chain Attack
Supply‑chain attacks continue to infiltrate software during the CI/CD build phase, as recent compromises of the Axios npm library and tools like Trivy and LiteLLM demonstrate. Traditional scanners often miss malicious code that appears benign or exploits zero‑day vulnerabilities. InvisiRisk...
What New Guidance Says For Securing Agentic AI Systems
A joint report from CISA, NSA and allied cyber agencies outlines the security challenges of deploying autonomous, or agentic, AI systems. It details privilege, design, behavior and accountability risks that arise when AI agents act without human oversight. The guidance...
Who Wants Hezbollah to Stay Armed?
A new King’s College London study of over 2,000 Lebanese finds that while only 18% politically support Hezbollah, 45% oppose its disarmament. Opposition is driven primarily by moral grievances against the Lebanese state—perceived corruption, unfair resource allocation, and the 2020...
Allies at War: Japan-US Relations From the War on Terror to Today’s Iran Conflict
Professor Ryuji Hattori’s new book examines how Japan‑U.S. relations evolved from the post‑9/11 War on Terror to today’s Iran crisis. Tokyo leveraged its support for the Iraq war to extract U.S. attention on North Korea, expanding the alliance beyond East...
Why Changing Passwords Doesn’t End an Active Directory Breach
Password resets are a common first step after an Active Directory breach, but they don’t automatically close all attack vectors. Windows devices cache password hashes and hybrid AD‑Entra ID setups can lag in syncing new credentials, leaving old passwords usable....