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As more NATO countries meet spending targets, some push to raise goals
Over 2/3 of NATO allies now meet the minimum defense spending requirement but some are pushing to raise the target amid uncertainty over Russia and Trump.
US to send anti-drone machine guns, air defense ammunition to Ukraine
The Pentagon is seeking to give Ukraine what it needs to defend against Russian drones targeting the embattled country's energy infrastructure.
Senators urge Pentagon to send advanced Gray Eagle drones to Ukraine
The senators are pushing the Pentagon to modify the MQ-1C Gray Eagle drones so that the U.S. can transfer them to Ukraine.
Ukraine needs help to counter Iranian-made ballistic missiles, drones
Iran could soon provide the Russian military with even deadlier weapons than the Iranian drones it has been using to target Ukraine.
By Lt. Gen. Henry A. Obering III (ret.) and Ari Cicurel
Russia didn’t take US phone call after Poland missile strike
The lack of communications raises concerns about high-level U.S.-Russian communications in a crisis.
By Tara Copp and Lolita C. Baldor
Pentagon fails audit, CFO cites Ukraine as ‘teachable moment’
It's the fifth comprehensive audit failure for the Defense Department.
By Joe Gould
Latest Ukraine aid request includes funds for USAID, HHS, Energy Dept.
Request includes $14.5 billion for State Dept. humanitarian assistance and global food security, $900 million for health care and support services.
Lockheed wins $521 million order to replenish US Army rocket stockpile
World's largest defense contractor to increase HIMARS and GMLRS production by nearly 60%.
By Jen Judson
US announces sanctions targeting Russian military suppliers
The U.S. is imposing sanctions on a list of people and firms around the globe that it alleged are financial facilitators of Russia’s military supply chain.
This week in Congress: Hearings on war in Ukraine, threats facing US
Congressional races are still being finalized, even as dozens of new members arrive in Washington for orientation.
Ukraine to get Avenger Air Defense System in latest US military aid
Package also includes ammunition for the High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems, known as HIMARS, and missiles for the Hawk anti-aircraft system.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press