✈️ Anduril’s Fury Drone Set for Button-Push First Flight

📬 In Today’s Defense Brief

🤖 Ukraine Deploys AI-Enabled Robotic Vehicle for Battlefield Logistics Read More

🛡️ NATO Will "Not Hesitate" to Act if Russian Threats Persist, Says Estonian Defense Minister Read More

🚀 SDA to Begin Testing Space-Based Link 16 Connectivity Over U.S. Read More

✈️ Anduril’s Fury Drone Set for Button-Push First Flight Read More

⚓ China Demonstrates Catapult Launches of Carrierborne Aircraft for First Time Read More

🎱 Plus 12 other news stories you may like

📰 Full Breakdown

🤖 Ukraine Deploys AI-Enabled Robotic Vehicle for Battlefield Logistics Read More

• Ukraine has introduced a new robotic vehicle capable of transporting two tons of supplies across contested areas, aiming to reduce risk to soldiers and maintain steady frontline logistics.

• The system integrates AI-enabled navigation and autonomous features, allowing the vehicle to traverse mined or fire-prone terrain without direct human control.

• Officials highlight its potential as a scalable logistics tool, with battlefield trials underway to refine performance and guide future deployments.

🛡️ NATO Will "Not Hesitate" to Act if Russian Threats Persist, Says Estonian Defense Minister Read More

• Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur stated NATO is prepared to respond decisively to any escalation of Russian threats, reinforcing alliance solidarity on deterrence.

• He emphasized that Moscow’s recent rhetoric and posturing are being closely monitored and will not go unanswered if they cross into direct aggression.

• Pevkur framed NATO’s resolve as both a defensive signal and reassurance to frontline allies, underscoring continued U.S. and European military presence in the region.

🚀 SDA to Begin Testing Space-Based Link 16 Connectivity Over U.S. Read More

• The Space Development Agency confirmed it is preparing to test space-based Link 16 communications over U.S. territory, a step toward resilient, global tactical data links.

• Link 16 from orbit could enable continuous connectivity across theaters, bypassing traditional ground or airborne relay vulnerabilities.

• Initial demonstrations will inform operational integration with Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2), emphasizing resilience against jamming and contested-spectrum threats.

✈️ Anduril’s Fury Drone Set for Button-Push First Flight Read More

• Anduril confirmed its Fury collaborative combat drone is designed to take off with the press of a single button, advancing ease-of-use and operational simplicity.

• The approach highlights the company’s focus on high automation levels, allowing operators to quickly launch drones without complex setup or piloting.

• Executives emphasize that simplifying deployment will improve scalability, supporting broader Pentagon goals for swarming and attritable autonomous aircraft.

⚓ China Demonstrates Catapult Launches of Carrierborne Aircraft for First Time Read More

• China released footage of carrierborne aircraft conducting catapult-assisted launches, marking a major milestone in its naval aviation modernization.

• The demonstrations showcased aircraft accelerating from electromagnetic catapults, mirroring U.S. carrier capabilities and signaling progress toward fully operational carrier groups.

• Analysts see the tests as proof China is closing technology gaps with the U.S. Navy, raising concerns over balance of power in the Indo-Pacific.

🌏 Other Important News

✈️ Air

• F-47’s first flight expected in 2028 Read More

• Anduril’s CCA program “spitting distance” from first flight Read More

• Anduril blames CCA delays on push for semi-autonomous first flight Read More

🛡️ Land

• Textron delivers XM204 top-attack anti-vehicle munitions to U.S. Army Read More

• Army swears in new acquisition leader Brent Ingraham Read More

⚓ Sea

• U.S. adds destroyer to Caribbean Sea, now 8 surface warships in region Read More

• BlackSea Technologies unveils MASC USV family for U.S. Navy modernization Read More

🛰️ Space

• Space Force to own next-gen “neighborhood watch” satellites built on commercial tech Read More

• NATO investing $728M in new space capabilities, including data lake Read More

🏭 Industry & Policy

• Bombardier Defense signals readiness to support U.S. military Read More

• Northrop VP touts Sentinel missile tests across all stages Read More

• Saudi-Pakistan defense pact introduces new nuclear player to region Read More

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