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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

There's a bit of a queue forming': how UK firms are enticing buyers for the next generation of fighter jets

The jet, known as Tempest, will act as a symbol of Britain's hopes to remain a top-tier military nation and keep alive more than a century of building military aircraft.
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fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Ireland set to speed up defence spending by signing up to 150bn EU programme

SAFE aims to enhance EU's defence readiness through expedited investment in military capabilities.
Germany news
fromwww.thelocal.ch
1 month ago

Switzerland and the US in spat over cost of F-35 fighter jets

Switzerland is facing additional costs for military aircraft purchases due to inflation and rising prices, with a diplomatic solution being sought.
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fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Lockheed Martin shares sank as much as 7% after a report that the Pentagon is halving F-35 requests for the Air Force

The Pentagon is considering cutting F-35 requests significantly, indicating a shift in military priorities.
Lockheed Martin remains optimistic about the F-35's value amid procurement uncertainties.
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Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

Germany has three years to overhaul military: official

Germany's armed forces aim to secure equipment necessary for defense against potential Russian threats by 2028.
NATO defense spending is a rising priority in German politics post-Ukraine invasion.
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fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

The UK is recruiting a national armaments director. It pays $519K a year - over double the prime minister's salary.

The UK government is recruiting a new national armaments director, a role paying over $519,000 annually, reflecting a renewed urgency in military procurement.
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US politics
fromemptywheel
4 months ago

Three Countries Formerly Known as Allies Reconsidering F-35 Purchases - emptywheel

NATO allies are reconsidering U.S. military hardware purchases due to geopolitical concerns and trust issues related to Donald Trump's presidency.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Ukraine: Trump says US lifted intelligence sharing ban DW 03/10/2025

Ukraine is now the largest arms importer globally due to increased military needs stemming from the ongoing conflict with Russia.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

British defence jobs and skills will keep us safe, says the PM. So he'd better buy the UK's jet, not the US one

Increased defence spending is essential to address decades of underinvestment and bolster UK security.
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