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National Threat Level
ELEVATED — SUBSTANTIAL
Last Updated
April 28, 2026 at 09:41 PM UTC
⚡ BREAKING
Cao says industry needs to ‘move forward’ in first speech as acting SecNav China Pulls the Plug on Meta’s AI Acquisition Ukraine’s Zelennials have youth on their side in war against Putin’s pensioners Marine requirement for lightweight counter-drone tech to be released in coming months Timeline of Boat Strikes and Related Actions Cao says industry needs to ‘move forward’ in first speech as acting SecNav China Pulls the Plug on Meta’s AI Acquisition Ukraine’s Zelennials have youth on their side in war against Putin’s pensioners Marine requirement for lightweight counter-drone tech to be released in coming months Timeline of Boat Strikes and Related Actions
🏛️ Defense Policy
Navy’s drone refueler notches first flight—but it won’t be on aircraft carriers until 2029
The MQ-25A delay pushes deliveries another two years past the prior reschedule.
Defense One2h ago
🏛️ Defense Policy
Marines will update land warfare doctrine as they prep for near-peer, drone-driven fight
Officials previewed Ground Combat Element 2040 plan at the Modern Day Marine conference.
Defense One2h ago
🏛️ Defense Policy
Pentagon formally requests name change to War Department, setting up fight with Dems
The Defense Department stated in a legislative proposal that it will likely spend about $50 million in fiscal 2026 to get the ball rolling on a name change.
Breaking Defense2h ago
🔐 Cyber
Light Uncrewed Cargo Helicopters Based On Robinson R66 And Bell 505 Compete For USMC Contract
Adaptations of two proven commercial rotary-wing designs are vying for a U.S. Marine Corps autonomous resupply vehicle requirement. The post Light Uncrewed Cargo Helicopters Based On Robinson R66 And Bell 505 Compete For USMC Contract appeared first on The War Zone.
The War Zone3h ago
🏛️ Defense Policy
Pentagon’s FY27 budget seeks 85 F-35s, but most ride on reconciliation
The Pentagon’s fiscal 2027 budget request seeks 85 F-35 Lightning II fighters across the joint force, up from 47 in fiscal 2026.
Defense News3h ago

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