Hypersonic missiles are driving a new arms competition. Can the U.S. keep pace?
Castellion, a defense manufacturing startup from California, has secured a contract with the Department of Defense to create hypersonic missiles. The company claims it can deliver these high-speed missiles at a much lower cost than previously anticipated. The Blackbeard missile, touted for its superior capabilities, will be developed using efficient technologies inspired by SpaceX. The […]
Greenland is essential for the US to defend against intercontinental missiles from Russia and other nations, say experts
Experts argue that placing part of President Trump’s Golden Dome missile defense system in Greenland could enhance safety for Americans, as the island is viewed as “critically important” in countering intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) launched from Russia and China. Greenland’s significance stems from its geographic location and structure. The Danish territory, almost four times Texas’s […]
North Korea fires ballistic missiles into the sea before the visit of South Korean President Lee Jae Myung to China
On Sunday, North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles into the sea, just hours before South Korea’s president was set to head to China for discussions concerning North Korea’s nuclear ambitions, according to reports from neighboring countries. South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff noted in a statement that they registered several missile launches originating from the […]
North Korea Tests Cruise Missiles and Displays Its Nuclear-Powered Submarine Construction
North Korea’s Long-Range Cruise Missile Test North Korea’s leader, Kim Jong Un, oversaw a long-range cruise missile test aimed at maintaining the country’s nuclear capabilities, according to state media on Monday. This missile launch occurred shortly after Kim’s visit to a construction site, where North Korea claims to be building a nuclear-powered submarine. This move […]
Russia Attacks Kyiv With Drones and Missiles
Missile and Drone Attacks on Kyiv Ahead of US-Ukrainian Talks KYIV, Ukraine – In a significant escalation, Russia launched a missile and drone attack on Kyiv early Saturday, just a day before critical discussions with the United States. Local authorities reported one death and injuries to 27 others, as explosions echoed throughout the city for […]
Russian drones and missiles strike Ukraine ahead of Zelensky’s meeting with Trump
On Saturday, Russia launched missile and drone strikes on Kiev and other Ukrainian regions just before President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s crucial meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, which he indicated would focus on negotiating an end to nearly four years of conflict. Prior to the attacks, Zelenskyy mentioned that the discussions in Florida on Sunday would […]
Iran launches ballistic and cruise missiles close to the Persian Gulf during exercises, according to reports.
Iran Conducts Military Drills in the Persian Gulf On Friday, Iran’s military executed a range of missile launches aimed at simulating responses to potential foreign threats. This included both ballistic and cruise missiles targeting mock sites near the Persian Gulf. The exercises, organized by Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Navy, kicked off the previous day in the […]
Putin persuaded Trump to refrain from sending Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine during a call initiated by Witkoff.
Putin’s Warning to Trump Regarding Ukraine Arms In a recent conversation, Russian leader Vladimir Putin cautioned President Trump against sending Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, following a call initiated by White House envoy Steve Witkoff ahead of a pivotal meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. Zelensky was set to visit the White House the following day, […]
Ukraine uses US-made ATACMS missiles to strike Russia for the first time
Ukraine launched a U.S.-supplied ATACMS missile into Russian territory this week after receiving secret authorization from the U.S. government for such cross-border strikes, according to officials from both countries. This marks the first confirmed instance of an attack like this. The Ukrainian General Staff reported on Monday that precision-guided missiles were used against military targets […]
Ukrainian commander requests Tomahawk missiles as conflict with Russia persists
Ukrainian Commander Calls for Long-Range Missiles As intense conflict escalates in the Donetsk, Kharkiv, and Zaporozhye regions, a senior Ukrainian military leader is urging the U.S. government to provide Tomahawk missiles. Maj. Oleh Shiryaev, who commands the 225th Battalion in northern Ukraine, emphasized the need for long-range missiles during an exclusive interview from a concealed […]