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International Arms Market

The defense industry at the Eurosatory conference in Paris reveals the latest market trends from across the globe as nations face threats on all fronts.

Rocket Power

National security concerns have prompted the United States to phase out the Russian-made RD-180 rocket engine used for the first stage of the Atlas V launch vehicle. Next month, National Defense deep dives into the options for the engine's replacement.

Loitering Munitions

It has been some 15 years since loitering munitions first appeared at defense trade shows. The technology has since spread with the weapons notably being deployed in the Ukrainian War. Vendors at the Eurosatory conference in Paris show off their latest models.

Columbia-Class Submarine

A keel-laying ceremony in Rhode Island in June marked a major milestone for the Navy's new class of ballistic missile submarines. Service officials have said time is of the essence to build the...