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US begins strikes on militias in Iraq, Syria after fatal drone attack
The U.S. launched retaliatory strikes on sites in Iraq and Syria used by Iranian-backed militias in retaliation for the weekend drone attack in Jordan.
It’s hard times now — and ahead — for US-Russian nuclear arms control
U.S.-Russian nuclear arms control, as it has been practiced for the past five decades, may have run its course.
By Frank Klotz and William Courtney
White House says Iran is helping Russia build a drone factory
U.S. intelligence officials believe a drone plant in Russia’s Alabuga special economic zone could be operational early next year.
US announces new $2.1 billion package of military aid to Ukraine
The new assistance package includes funding for more Patriot missile battery munitions, Hawk air defense systems and missiles, and small Puma drones.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
‘Agnostic’ drone guns can secure US infrastructure, manufacturer says
DroneShield’s counter-UAS devices have reportedly been used by the Ukrainian military.
US launches Syria strikes after contractor killed, 5 troops wounded
A U.S. contractor died and six additional personnel were wounded in a Syria drone strike that inspired retaliatory strikes Thursday.
By Davis Winkie
US imposes fresh sanctions on Iran’s drone procurement network
Four firms allegedly bought equipment, including European-made engines, for the country's drone program.
By Fatima Hussein
US releases video of Russian jet dumping fuel on its drone
The 42-second video shows a Russian Su-27 approaching the back of the MQ-9 drone and beginning to release fuel as it passes, the Pentagon said.
US nuclear bases to get security networking upgrade from Persistent
The contract, involving the Persistent Systems Infrastructure-based Regional Operation Network, or IRON, is valued at $75.5 million.
Pentagon again denies helping Ukraine attack targets inside Russia
Moscow is accusing Ukraine of launching attacks inside Russia with U.S. help
Addressing the threat of hostile drones to critical infrastructure
The Domestic Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems National Action Plan, released earlier this year, addresses the rising threat that drones present.
By Jeffrey Starr