Executive Summary: The first Boeing KC-46A Pegasus, designated “Gideon” in Israeli service, successfully conducted its maiden sortie on May 5, 2026. This …
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May 2026
- Global News
U.S. Moves To Deploy F-16 Fighters As Strait Of Hormuz Security Pressures Rise
by Daniel Mercer (TheDefenseWatch) 4 minutes readExecutive Summary: The United States has deployed F-16 fighters to enhance air defense coverage over the Strait of Hormuz, a key global …
- Asian Defense & Security
China Unveils Yitian II SHORAD System with 20 km Missiles
by Samuel Drake (TheDefenseWatch) 3 minutes readExecutive Summary: China has unveiled the Yitian II 8×8 SHORAD system, a mobile air defense platform equipped with 20 km-range missiles designed …
- Policy & StrategyAlliances & Doctrines
Pentagon Moves To Elevate Space Force Leadership As Global Threats Intensify
by Samuel Drake (TheDefenseWatch) 3 minutes readExecutive Summary: The Pentagon has announced a new round of senior military nominations, including a Space Force general for chief of space …
- Policy & StrategyDefense Budgets & Policy
$71 Billion and Counting: Inside America’s Most Ambitious Nuclear Triad Overhaul in Decades
by Samuel Drake (TheDefenseWatch) 9 minutes readAmerica’s Nuclear Triad Modernization Enters Its Most Critical Phase Yet The United States is preparing to execute the most sweeping overhaul of …
- Aerospace & AviationMilitary Aircraft
China’s B-2-Sized Stealth Drone Spotted at Secret Xinjiang Base — And It’s Not Alone
by Daniel Mercer (TheDefenseWatch) 10 minutes readChina’s B-2-Sized Stealth Drone Spotted at Secret Xinjiang Base — And It’s Not Alone China’s stealth flying-wing drone program crossed a significant …
- Policy & StrategyDefense Budgets & Policy
Canada Moves To Establish Defence Security And Resilience Bank As Strategic Pressures Mount
by Samuel Drake (TheDefenseWatch) 4 minutes readExecutive Summary: Canada is moving to establish a Defence Security and Resilience Bank aimed at strengthening national security financing and industrial capacity. …
- Global News
KC-135R Squawks Emergency Over Strait Of Hormuz Amid Widespread GPS Spoofing
by Mr. SHEIKH (TheDefenseWatch) 4 minutes readExecutive Summary: A U.S. Air Force KC-135R Stratotanker issued a Transponder Code 7700 (General Emergency) while transiting the Strait of Hormuz before …
- Global News
SAHA Expo 2026 Expands Global Defense Cooperation As Industry Leaders Converge In Istanbul
by Mr. SHEIKH (TheDefenseWatch) 4 minutes readExecutive Summary: SAHA Expo 2026 has opened in Istanbul, bringing together leading global defense and aerospace companies. The event highlights emerging military …
- Middle East Defense & Security
Israel Approves Multibillion-Dollar U.S. Fighter Jet Deal
by Mr. SHEIKH (TheDefenseWatch) 2 minutes readExecutive Summary: Israel has approved a multibillion-dollar procurement plan to acquire advanced U.S.-built fighter jets, including additional F-35 Lightning II aircraft. The …
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