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Last Updated
May 04, 2026 at 08:48 PM UTC
⚡ BREAKING
U.S. AH-64 Apache, MH-60 Seahawk Helicopters Sink Six Iranian Boats (Updated) Israel’s First KC-46 Tanker Is Now Flying How Hegseth, Caine, and Hurst defended their budget strategy on the Hill With its third SSBN, India edges closer to continuous at-sea deterrence Anna Eshoo Joins Bipartisan Commission on Biodefense U.S. AH-64 Apache, MH-60 Seahawk Helicopters Sink Six Iranian Boats (Updated) Israel’s First KC-46 Tanker Is Now Flying How Hegseth, Caine, and Hurst defended their budget strategy on the Hill With its third SSBN, India edges closer to continuous at-sea deterrence Anna Eshoo Joins Bipartisan Commission on Biodefense
⚡ Middle East

U.S. AH-64 Apache, MH-60 Seahawk Helicopters Sink Six Iranian Boats (Updated)

Commercial vessels and American warships are coming under Iranian attack around the Strait of Hormuz as a new U.S. maritime protection plan has kicked off. The post U.S. AH-64 Apache, MH-60 Seahawk Helicopters Sink Six Iranian Boats (Updated) appeared first on The War Zone.

🔐 Cyber
Firewalls won’t protect GEOINT companies. Cyber resilience will, if we act now.
As cyberattacks increasingly aim to disrupt operations rather than just steal data, GEOINT providers need models that can continue operations under attack, Norman Laudermilch writes.
Breaking Defense2h ago
🌍 Middle East
US destroys six Iranian small boats, shoots down missiles, drones, admiral says
Adm. Brad Cooper said Iran was trying to interfere with a U.S. military operation to open the Strait of Hormuz to commercial traffic.
Defense News2h ago
🏛️ Defense Policy
Former Qatari aircraft on track for summer Air Force One delivery
The new aircraft in the Boeing VC-25B Bridge program completed modifications and flight testing and is now being painting red, white and blue.
Defense News3h ago
🏴 Europe / NATO
Confusion Surrounds Future Of U.S. Long-Range Missiles In Germany Amid Rift With White House
The latest U.S.-Germany rift could leave NATO in Europe outmatched by Russia’s long-range firepower, at least in the near term. The post Confusion Surrounds Future Of U.S. Long-Range Missiles In Germany Amid Rift With White House appeared first on The War Zone.
The War Zone3h ago
🔐 Cyber
Syria needs a trustworthy digital ecosystem to support its revival
Robust digital infrastructure, digital literacy, and cybersecurity are no longer luxuries for high-income nations but fundamental requirements for national stability and economic resilience. The post Syria needs a trustworthy digital ecosystem to support its revival appeared…
Atlantic Council3h ago

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