Samuel Drake | Defense Analyst
Samuel Drake is a defense analyst at TheDefenseWatch.com covering naval warfare, military ordnance, maritime technology, fleet modernization, and defense procurement. His reporting focuses on documented capabilities, procurement programs, and military technology.
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Hanwha Expands European Defense Footprint With K9A2, Chunmoo, and Air Defense Systems at Eurosatory 2026
Executive Summary: Hanwha Aerospace used Eurosatory 2026 in Paris to showcase its…
Rafael Brings Combat-Proven Iron Dome, David’s Sling, and Iron Beam to Eurosatory 2026 as Europe Races To Build Layered Air Defense
Executive Summary: Rafael Advanced Defense Systems is using Eurosatory 2026 in Paris…
U.S. Army Moves To Airborne Assault Force Model As Arctic And Indo-Pacific Demands Grow
The U.S. Army is reshaping one of its key Alaska-based formations to…
France Moves To Build Sovereign Long-Range Rocket Capability As Deep-Strike Demands Grow
Executive Summary: France has entered exclusive negotiations with Safran and MBDA to…
Europe’s Eurodrone Program Faces New Turbulence As Dassault, Airbus Clash After FCAS Collapse
Executive Summary: Dassault Aviation is reportedly seeking compensation from Airbus over changes…
General Dynamics Tests New 4.75-Inch Rocket Motor To Expand U.S. Army Precision Fires Capacity
Executive Summary: General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GDOTS) has completed the…
L3Harris Expands NATO Communications Capability Through Tailored Support for Allied Nations
Executive Summary: L3Harris is expanding its support for NATO member states by…
L3Harris Expands Dutch Military Communications Capability Through FOXTROT Partnership
Executive Summary: L3Harris and the Dutch Ministry of Defence have signed a…
South Korea Moves To Expand AMRAAM Arsenal As Regional Air Threats Grow
Executive Summary: South Korea is seeking to acquire 70 AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium…
MBDA And Ukrainian Armor Move To Develop Deep Strike Capabilities As Demand For Counter Drone Defenses Grows
Executive Summary: MBDA and Ukrainian Armor have signed a strategic partnership framework…