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News•Feb 17, 2026
USAFE-AFAFRICA Welcomes Bundeswehr Joint Forces Command [Image 2 of 2]
On 3 February 2026, USAFE‑AFAFRICA hosted the Bundeswehr Joint Forces Command at Ramstein Air Base in Germany. The delegation met with Lt. Gen. Jason T. Hinds and senior USAFE‑AFAFRICA officials to review U.S. counter‑small unmanned aircraft systems (C‑sUAS) and integrated air‑and‑missile‑defense (IAMD) capabilities. Both sides exchanged views on operational concepts and identified avenues for deeper bilateral cooperation. The visit was documented by Tech. Sgt. Alexandra Longfellow and posted on DVIDS later that month.
By U.S. Marine Corps – News
News•Feb 17, 2026
Royal Navy Sees Hybrid Shift as Central to Future Force Mix
Britain’s Royal Navy is accelerating a transition to a ‘hybrid fleet’ that blends crewed warships with uncrewed and autonomous systems, a core element of the 2025 Strategic Defence Review. First Sea Lord Gen. Sir Gwyn Jenkins said the priority is...
By Naval News
News•Feb 17, 2026
What’s Behind UK-China Border Security Deal?
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a UK‑China border‑security agreement aimed at disrupting the supply of engines and equipment used for small‑boat crossings of the English Channel. The pact builds on a network of similar deals with Turkey, the Balkans,...
By Asia Times – Defense
News•Feb 17, 2026
Trump’s Diego Garcia Fears Miss the Strategic Point
On February 5 President Trump said talks with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on returning the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius were productive. The pending May 2025 agreement would transfer sovereignty to Mauritius while granting the UK a 99‑year lease of Diego Garcia to...
By Asia Times – Defense
News•Feb 17, 2026
Leonardo Funding Development of Earth Observation Constellation
Leonardo is investing roughly €500 million to develop a 20‑satellite Earth observation constellation slated for launch in 2027‑28. The system will combine high‑resolution optical, synthetic‑aperture radar and communications payloads, built by Thales Alenia Space using its NIMBUS modular bus. The project...
By SpaceNews
News•Feb 17, 2026
Trump’s New Arms Rules Will Hit Southeast Asia
President Trump issued an executive order establishing an “America First” arms export strategy that rewards allies who invest in self‑defense, occupy critical geography, or contribute to U.S. economic security. The rubric pushes the Philippines, Singapore and Cambodia toward priority status...
By Foreign Policy
News•Feb 17, 2026
Udtara Ventures Announces Rs 250 Cr Growth Fund
Udtara Ventures has launched a Rs 250 crore Udtara Growth Fund aimed at taking sizable ownership stakes in defence, deep‑tech and frontier engineering firms. The fund will back 8‑10 growth‑stage companies with proven product‑market fit and existing order books, using a blend...
By Entrackr
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News•Feb 17, 2026
Chabelley Airfield Adds On-Site Firearms Training Capability [Image 2 of 4]
The U.S. Air Force inaugurated the first on‑site small‑arms range at Chabelley Airfield in Djibouti on Jan. 31 2026, four months ahead of schedule. The facility provides dedicated capability for weapons qualification, sustainment training, and forward‑deployed mission rehearsals. Its rapid completion underscores...
By U.S. Marine Corps – News
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News•Feb 17, 2026
Chabelley Airfield Adds On-Site Firearms Training Capability [Image 3 of 4]
The U.S. Air Force has opened a new small‑arms range at Chabelley Airfield in Djibouti. The $1.6 million facility provides on‑site handgun and rifle training for the 776th Expeditionary Air Base Squadron and partner forces. By bringing live‑fire capability to the...
By U.S. Marine Corps – News
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News•Feb 17, 2026
Chabelley Airfield Adds On-Site Firearms Training Capability [Image 4 of 4]
The U.S. Air Force has opened a new small‑arms range at Chabelley Airfield in Djibouti, four months ahead of its planned schedule. The facility enables the 776th Expeditionary Air Base Squadron to conduct handgun qualification, sustainment training, and forward‑deployed mission...
By U.S. Marine Corps – News
News•Feb 17, 2026
AI Is the Future of Warfare and US Is in the Lead
Artificial intelligence is reshaping modern warfare, with the United States far ahead in funding, infrastructure, and operational deployment. The Pentagon now spends at least $2 billion annually on AI‑enabled weapons and billions more indirectly through procurement, while private investment tops $109 billion....
By Asia Times – Defense
News•Feb 17, 2026
Expectations Are Low for the Latest US-Brokered Talks Between Russia and Ukraine
Ukrainian and Russian delegations met in Geneva for U.S.-brokered talks, but expectations are low that they will produce a breakthrough before the war's fourth anniversary. Both sides remain entrenched on territorial demands, with Russia insisting on broader land claims and...
By Manila Bulletin – Business
News•Feb 17, 2026
How Red Teaming Reduces Breach Risk?
Red Teaming, also known as adversary simulation, pits authorized security experts against an organization’s defenses to expose real‑world attack gaps. By mimicking the full cyber kill chain—from OSINT‑driven reconnaissance to covert data exfiltration—teams reveal weaknesses that traditional scans miss. The...
By Security Boulevard
News•Feb 17, 2026
Lebanon Says Four Months Needed for Second Phase of Hezbollah Disarmament
Lebanon’s government announced that its army will need at least four months to complete the second phase of the five‑stage plan to dismantle Hezbollah’s arsenals south of the Litani River. The phase targets the corridor between the Litani and Awali...
By Al Jazeera – All News (includes Economy)
News•Feb 17, 2026
Russia-Ukraine War: List of Key Events, Day 1,454
Ukraine reclaimed roughly 201 sq km of territory after a Russian Starlink communications outage, while Russia reported downing 345 Ukrainian drones and launching 62 long‑range strike drones overnight. The Czech Republic supplied 4.4 million rounds of large‑calibre ammunition to bolster Kyiv’s firepower. Diplomatic...
By Al Jazeera – All News (includes Economy)
News•Feb 16, 2026
Time for the eBuy Wall to Come Down, Once and for All
The author urges federal leaders to eliminate the GSA eBuy firewall that limits RFI visibility to schedule contractors. Recent RFIs—2GIT II and TTS’s NEXT program—highlight the need for broader industry input on emerging IT services. Simultaneously, OFPP is revising the FAR...
By Federal News Network
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News•Feb 16, 2026
CYRIL’S ARMY: Ramaphosa’s Decision to Deploy the SANDF Is Deeply Flawed. Here’s Why
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the withdrawal of roughly 700 South African soldiers from the MONUSCO mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo, ending a 27‑year peace‑keeping presence. He simultaneously ordered the South African National Defence Force to support the police...
By Daily Maverick – Business
News•Feb 16, 2026
Sovereign AI Is a Geopolitical Reset — and Telcos Need to Deliver It
Telcos are positioned to deliver sovereign AI, a shift from centralized models to on‑prem, edge‑based intelligence that stays within national borders. By leveraging regulated infrastructure and privacy mandates like CPNI, they can host domain‑specific models that keep data local and...
By Federal News Network
News•Feb 16, 2026
Russia Rattled by America’s Nuclear Move in Armenia
The United States and Armenia signed a nuclear cooperation agreement on February 9, committing to American modular reactor technology for Armenia's next plant. Moscow responded with a public backlash, accusing the U.S. of untested designs and offering lucrative financial and infrastructure...
By OilPrice.com – Main
News•Feb 16, 2026
SpaceX to Compete in Pentagon Contest for Autonomous Drone Tech
SpaceX and its AI subsidiary xAI have entered a classified Pentagon competition to develop voice‑controlled, autonomous drone‑swarming systems. The contest, part of a broader push for AI‑enabled weapons, pits the two Musk‑owned firms against other defense contractors. Musk announced a...
By Bloomberg — Business
News•Feb 16, 2026
Vigor Marine Wins $73m Contract for USS Emory S. Land Overhaul
Vigor Marine secured a firm‑fixed‑price $73.42 million contract to overhaul the U.S. Navy’s submarine tender USS Emory S. Land, covering a 215‑day dry‑dock period from 1 May to 1 December 2026. The agreement includes five unexercised options that could raise the total value to $74.81 million. Funding combines...
By Naval Technology
News•Feb 16, 2026
Why a Resurgent Japan Is Good for Asia
Japan’s newly elected prime minister Sanae Takaichi secured a landslide victory, bringing a right‑wing nationalist agenda to the forefront. Beijing responded with a stark warning, urging Tokyo to pursue peaceful development rather than a return to militarism. Takaichi’s stance on...
By RealClearWorld – Security/Defense (alt aggregation)
News•Feb 16, 2026
Rubio Reassures Europe — but Only if They Change Course
Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivered a high‑profile speech at the Munich Security Conference, reassuring European leaders that the United States remains committed to the transatlantic partnership. He emphasized continuity in security cooperation while simultaneously urging Europe to adjust its...
By RealClearWorld – Security/Defense (alt aggregation)
News•Feb 16, 2026
Autonomy, Anxiety, and the Twilight of Transatlantic Order
The Munich Security Conference underscored a growing crisis in transatlantic relations, with European leaders expressing anxiety over perceived U.S. disengagement. Discussions centered on the EU’s push for strategic autonomy and the broader erosion of the post‑Cold‑War order. Bilateral meetings highlighted...
By RealClearWorld – Security/Defense (alt aggregation)
News•Feb 16, 2026
Munich Security Conference and Europe's Future
Representatives from more than 115 countries convened at the Munich Security Conference this weekend. While the gathering traditionally produces few concrete outcomes, it serves as a snapshot of the issues occupying global leaders. This year, the dialogue centered on Europe’s...
By RealClearWorld – Security/Defense (alt aggregation)
News•Feb 16, 2026
Keir Starmer Urges Faster Defence Spending Push Amid Russia Threat
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer urged a faster acceleration of defence spending, citing the growing Russian threat. Britain currently spends 2.3% of GDP on defence, above NATO’s 2% guideline, and plans to reach 2.5% by 2027 and 3% by the...
By BusinessLIVE (South Africa) – RSS hub
News•Feb 16, 2026
Our Network Can't Be the First Obstacle in the Fight
The Army’s command and control (C2) network has evolved through incremental add‑ons rather than a cohesive design strategy. This patchwork architecture limits real‑time decision making and exposes the force to cyber vulnerabilities. Defense leaders now argue that a purpose‑built, integrated...
By RealClearDefense
News•Feb 16, 2026
Every Marine a Rifleman and Now, a Drone Operator
The U.S. Marine Corps has unveiled a new training initiative that equips hundreds of Marines with small‑drone operating skills. The program builds on the Corps’ long‑standing “every Marine a rifleman” doctrine, adding a second specialty as unmanned‑aircraft operators. Training combines...
By RealClearDefense
News•Feb 16, 2026
USAF Integrates Open-Architecture for Mission Autonomy on CCAs
The U.S. Air Force announced that its Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program has incorporated an open‑architecture framework to support mission‑autonomous capabilities. The new architecture allows software modules to be added, updated, or replaced without redesigning the airframe, accelerating the deployment...
By RealClearDefense
News•Feb 16, 2026
Munich Security Conference. What Was Said About Russia?
The Munich Security Conference highlighted growing diplomatic leverage for Russia, with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas warning that Moscow may gain more at the negotiating table than on the battlefield. U.S. Senator Marco Rubio expressed uncertainty about Russia’s willingness...
By Defence24 (Poland)
News•Feb 16, 2026
The Space Nuclear Power Bottleneck — and How to Fix It
Nuclear power is poised to transform U.S. deep‑space and lunar missions, with NASA targeting a nuclear propulsion test by 2028 and a surface fission reactor on the Moon by 2030. While reactor designs and fuel supplies are mature, the real...
By SpaceNews
News•Feb 16, 2026
US Coast Guard Commissions Sixth Arctic District Fast Response Cutter
The U.S. Coast Guard commissioned USCGC Frederick Mann (WPC 1160), its sixth fast response cutter (FRC) assigned to the Arctic District and the 60th FRC overall. The vessel was placed in service at Kodiak on Feb 13, 2026 and will operate around the Aleutian Islands,...
By Naval Today
News•Feb 16, 2026
Norway, Germany Deepen Defence Cooperation with Hansa Arrangement
At the Munich Security Conference, Norway and Germany signed the Hansa Arrangement, a bilateral defence pact covering maritime security, space‑based surveillance, combined‑arms land warfare, rapid reinforcement and defence‑industry collaboration. The agreement builds on prior high‑level talks and includes joint development...
By Naval Technology
News•Feb 16, 2026
Shield AI Joins USAF CCA Programme as Mission Autonomy Provider
Shield AI has been chosen to supply mission‑autonomy software for the U.S. Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) programme, entering the Technology Maturity and Risk Reduction (TMRR) phase after a competitive evaluation. Its Hivemind AI pilot has been integrated into...
By Airforce Technology
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News•Feb 16, 2026
Operation Windlord Cargo Load [Image 6 of 7]
U.S. Air Force airmen from the 452nd Logistics Readiness Squadron Aerial Port Flight loaded a next‑generation nuclear reactor onto a C‑17 Globemaster III for Operation Windlord on 15 Feb 2026. The load was coordinated with the 15th Airlift Squadron and the 62nd Airlift Wing,...
By U.S. Marine Corps – News
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News•Feb 16, 2026
Operation Windlord Cargo Load [Image 1 of 7]
U.S. Air Force airmen from the 452nd Logistics Readiness Squadron loaded a next‑generation nuclear reactor onto a C‑17 Globemaster III for Operation Windlord on Feb. 15, 2026. The aircraft, coordinated with the 15th Airlift Squadron and the 62nd Airlift Wing, flew the reactor from...
By U.S. Marine Corps – News
News•Feb 16, 2026
Low-Profile Chinese Launch Firm Conducts First Stage Static Fire
Zenk Space performed a first‑stage static‑fire test of its Zhihang‑1 rocket on Feb. 11 from a mobile sea platform off Shandong, confirming engine ignition and thrust stability. The 50‑metre, three‑stage vehicle uses four CASC‑developed YF‑102 kerolox engines and can deliver 4,000 kg...
By SpaceNews
News•Feb 16, 2026
Active Vehicle Protection Comes to the Forefront as Trophy and Iron Fist Secure Contracts
Israeli active protection systems Trophy and Iron Fist have secured new contracts, underscoring a rapid shift toward vehicle‑centric defense solutions. Originating from Russian concepts in the 1970s, APS technology matured in the 2000s thanks to Israeli innovation. Both systems are modular...
By Shephard Media
News•Feb 16, 2026
Republicans and Democrats Unite to Condemn Trump’s Attacks on Allies
At the Munich Security Conference, both Republicans and Democrats openly condemned President Donald Trump’s tariff agenda, unpredictable foreign‑policy moves, and his claim over Greenland. High‑profile figures such as Hillary Clinton, Governor Gavin Newsom, Senator Elissa Slotkin and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio‑Cortez...
By The Guardian – UK Defence
News•Feb 16, 2026
Reintegrating the Western Balkans: EU and NATO Strategy
The EU and NATO are urged to accelerate Western Balkan integration to close a major security gap and curb Russian, Chinese, and Turkish influence. Persistent governance deficits, economic under‑development, and fragmented NATO membership leave the region vulnerable to external manipulation....
By Defence24 (Poland)
News•Feb 16, 2026
World Defense Show 2026: Airbus Details A400M Upgrade as Second Indonesia Aircraft Delivery Looms
Airbus announced a major A400M upgrade at the World Defense Show 2026, targeting a payload increase from 37 tonnes to 40 tonnes through software and trim‑flight‑control enhancements. The company highlighted that 137 aircraft have already been delivered to ten customers, with 41...
By Shephard Media
News•Feb 16, 2026
Google Patches First Chrome Zero-Day Exploited in Attacks This Year
Google has issued emergency updates to patch CVE‑2026‑2441, a high‑severity use‑after‑free flaw in Chrome’s CSSFontFeatureValuesMap implementation. The vulnerability, confirmed to be exploited in the wild, can cause crashes, rendering issues, or data corruption. Google back‑ported the fix to stable desktop...
By BleepingComputer
News•Feb 16, 2026
Terra Now Valued at over $100 Million, as It Extends Funding to $34 Million
Terra Industries, an African defence‑technology startup, extended its Series A round to $34 million after adding $22 million in fresh capital, pushing its valuation past the $100 million mark. The round was led by Lux Capital and attracted new angel investors such as actor...
By Techpoint Africa
News•Feb 16, 2026
Lotus Blossom Hackers Breach Official Notepad++ Hosting Infrastructure
Between June and December 2025, the state‑sponsored Lotus Blossom group compromised the shared hosting provider that delivered Notepad++ updates, turning the popular text editor into a covert espionage conduit. By exploiting weaknesses in the older WinGUp updater, attackers redirected update...
By GBHackers On Security
News•Feb 16, 2026
Canada Goose Investigating as Hackers Leak 600K Customer Records
Canada Goose disclosed that a 1.67 GB dataset containing over 600,000 customer records was posted by the ShinyHunters extortion group. The leak includes personal identifiers, shipping details, IP addresses and partial payment‑card information, but the company says it found no evidence...
By BleepingComputer
News•Feb 15, 2026
Windows 11 KB5077181 Fixes Boot Failures Linked to Failed Updates
Microsoft has released Windows 11 update KB5077181, fully fixing the UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME boot failure that struck some enterprise machines after recent security patches. The bug, linked to a failed December 2025 update and exacerbated by the January 13, 2026 KB5074109 rollout, affected devices running 25H2...
By BleepingComputer
News•Feb 15, 2026
Simulation Shows That Nuking Earth-Bound Asteroids Might Be Safe
Researchers from the University of Oxford and deflection startup OuSoCo used the HiRadMat particle accelerator to expose a Campo del Cielo iron meteorite sample to intense radiation, mimicking a nuclear blast. The sample first softened, then flexed and ultimately restrengthened,...
By Orbital Today
News•Feb 15, 2026
CTM360: Lumma Stealer and Ninja Browser Malware Campaign Abusing Google Groups
CTM360 uncovered an active campaign that hijacks more than 4,000 Google Groups and 3,500 Google‑hosted URLs to distribute credential‑stealing malware. The threat actors deliver Lumma Info‑Stealer to Windows devices and a trojanized “Ninja Browser” to Linux systems, embedding organization‑specific keywords to boost...
By BleepingComputer
News•Feb 15, 2026
Trump's Greenland Grab Is Part of a New Space Race – and the Stakes Are Getting Higher
President Trump’s push to expand U.S. presence in Greenland highlights the island’s emerging role as a strategic gateway for space operations. High‑latitude launch sites in Greenland enable efficient polar and sun‑synchronous orbits, making the territory attractive to private launch firms...
By Space.com
News•Feb 15, 2026
Trump, Netanyahu Back Plan for US Pressure on Iran to Cut Oil Sales to China, Agree to Go ‘Full Force’...
President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have agreed to intensify economic pressure on Iran by targeting its oil exports to China, which account for more than 80% of Tehran’s sales. The coordinated effort is intended to force...
By Mint (India) – Economy