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US Buys 6 More Light Attack Aircraft for Afghan Air Force
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The U.S. Air Force placed an order for six additional light attack aircraft for the Afghan Air Force.
Russia-Philippines Military Ties Get an October Boost
By Prashanth Parameswaran
This week saw both sides realize boosts they had been previewing in recent weeks.
US Amphibious Exercise Practices New Littoral Warfare Concepts
By Steven Stashwick
U.S. Marines launch rockets from warships in Exercise “Dawn Blitz."
Russia to Test Deadliest Nuke Twice Before Year’s End
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Russia is set to test its latest nuclear intercontinental ballistic missile twice before the end of 2017.
Russia Inducts New S-400 Missile Air Defense System
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Russian military continues to boost its anti-access/area denial (A2/AD) capabilities.
Japan Mulls Deployment of New Supersonic Interceptors to Counter Chinese Cruise Missiles
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Tokyo is considering the deployment of SM-6 interceptors at its proposed ground-based Aegis Ashore installations.
South Korea to Build New Ballistic Missile Targeting North Korea
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The new missile will reportedly carry a warhead capable powerful enough to destroy North Korean underground military facilities.
India Wants Out of 5th Generation Fighter Jet Program With Russia
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Indian Air Force has reportedly demanded an end to the joint Indo-Russian stealth fighter project.
Will the Next US Pacific Command Head Be an Air Force General?
By Ankit Panda
U.S. Air Force Gen. Terrence O’Shaughnessy appears to be the most likely candidate.
What’s Next for the US Navy After Its Ship Collisions?
By Collin Koh
There are steps Washington can take with its partners to reinforce its regional commitment.
South Korea's Joint Chiefs Want to Intercept North Korean Rocket Artillery Volleys
By Ankit Panda
The ambitious system is like nothing else currently deployed across the world and would require considerable investment.
Latest Littoral Combat Ship to Join US Navy in December
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The USS Little Rock will be commissioned on December 16.