The US offered Poland 250 used Stryker armored personnel carriers for $1 from the army's inventory being withdrawn from Europe. Poland is preparing to accept the offer after agreeing on logistics and the serviceability of the equipment.
The Nightmare FPV drone platform from Renegade UxS, which has proven its effectiveness in Ukraine, has been officially added to the US government's BLUE UAS Cleared List. This allows the US military to use the strike drone, bypassing lengthy defense procurement cycles.
US Army Secretary Dan Driskell stated that Ukrainian forces are in a difficult position and will soon be defeated. He also added that the Russians are escalating their attacks and can fight indefinitely. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and US Vice President J.D. Vance reacted to this.
The President of Ukraine stated that Russia's massive attack on Ternopil claimed 25 lives, including three children, and injured 93 people. He emphasized that Russia will not stop on its own, and only strong pressure on the aggressor can stop it.
The US plans to acquire at least 1 million drones for the army over the next two to three years. This is a response to the lessons learned from the war in Ukraine and concerns about dependence on Chinese-made components.
On October 17, two unknown drones flew over the military town of Reedo in Estonia, one of which was shot down by allies. The military was unable to find the downed drone.
Unknown drones have been detected over Schleswig-Holstein, posing new challenges for NATO. According to Andriy Kovalenko, the Ukrainian army is the only one in Europe that can teach the Alliance how to counter this threat.
Ukrainian airlines have become leaders in the segment of UN aviation missions, occupying 43% of the market. This contributes to the economy and maintains the qualifications of pilots, demonstrating the competitiveness of the Ukrainian aviation industry.
Ukraine successfully consolidates European partners and prevents capitulation at negotiations in Istanbul. The country has achieved significant successes in the development and testing of new models of missile weapons and drones.
China has expressed readiness to participate in a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine, but only under a UN mandate. In Brussels, the plan met with a mixed reaction due to concerns about China's neutrality.
US and European military planners have prepared proposals for military assistance to Ukraine and support in the event of a ceasefire. These options will be presented to national security advisors for consideration as part of diplomatic efforts.
The Royal Navy of Great Britain successfully tested the remote control system of the underwater vehicle "Excalibur" during the "Talisman Sabre" exercises. The 40-foot drone was controlled from Australia, while the apparatus itself was located in the waters of Great Britain.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro announced the mobilization of 4. 5 million civilian militiamen. This step is a response to US threats and accusations of attempting to justify military action.
Five service members were wounded at Fort Stewart base in Georgia. The suspect, Sergeant Quarneilious Radford, has been apprehended.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Heggset has privately discussed the idea of running for political office in Tennessee next year. To do this, he would have to resign, as the Department of Defense prohibits civilian employees from running for political office.
The US Army's June parade in Washington, dedicated to Donald Trump's birthday, cost $30 million. The event sparked controversy over expenses and drew protests.
The US Army plans to spend over $1. 3 billion on Patriot missiles in the next fiscal year, increasing the target procurement volume to 13,773 units. This decision is driven by the growing demand for air defense systems, which have proven critical for Ukraine and US forces in the Middle East.
Actor Peter-Henry Schroeder, known for his role as gunner Peter-Henry in the series "Star Trek: Enterprise", died in June at the age of 90 in Florida. The cause of death is unknown, the funeral will be held in Los Angeles with military honors.
The US House of Representatives banned the use of WhatsApp on government devices starting June 30 due to privacy risks and a lack of transparency regarding data protection. Meta, the company that owns the messenger, disagrees with this decision, emphasizing end-to-end encryption of messages and a higher level of security compared to other permitted applications.
Rheinmetall and Anduril Industries will start joint production of Barracuda and Fury drones and rocket engines in Europe. The systems will be integrated into the Rheinmetall Battlesuite combat ecosystem.
Donald Trump received over $57 million from the cryptocurrency platform World Liberty Financial. He also earned millions from golf clubs and merchandise sales, leveraging his popularity.
A large-scale military parade was held in Washington to mark the 250th anniversary of the creation of the US Army and the birthday of Donald Trump. The parade was the largest in US history, including equipment and patriotic songs.
The US Army is developing a plan for a military parade to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the army, which coincides with Trump's birthday. Thousands of soldiers and equipment will participate.
The commander of Fort McCoy, Sheila Baez Ramirez, has been suspended due to an incident involving photos of Trump and Hegseth. An investigation has been launched into possible vandalism at the command.
The Trump administration is planning a large-scale military parade in Washington on June 14. The event is timed to coincide with the president's 79th birthday and the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army.
Putin demonstrates dual approaches by sending negotiators to the US while simultaneously building up military might. His strategy is aimed at prolonging negotiations and advancing on the battlefield.
The search for the American soldiers who went missing during exercises in Lithuania has ended. Unfortunately, all four were found dead, which is a tragedy for the allies.
The bodies of the soldiers were discovered after an M88 armored recovery vehicle was lifted from a swamp. The search for another missing soldier continues. The President of Lithuania has expressed condolences.
Four American soldiers went missing during training exercises in Lithuania, near the town of Pabrade. A large-scale search operation has been launched with the participation of Lithuanian and American soldiers.
The aggressor asked to remove Trump's special representative Keith Kellogg from negotiations on Ukraine due to his pro-Ukrainian position.
