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#f-15e
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
12 hours ago

US rescues second crew member of downed F-15E fighter jet from Iran

The second crew member of a downed F-15E fighter jet was rescued by US forces after a two-day search in southwest Iran.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
12 hours ago

US rescues second crew member of downed F-15E fighter jet from Iran

The second crew member of a downed F-15E fighter jet was rescued by US forces after a two-day search in southwest Iran.
#us-military
fromFortune
1 hour ago
Washington DC

During the rescue of the F-15 airman in Iran, the U.S. military blew up two of its own transport planes that had to be left behind | Fortune

Washington DC
fromFortune
1 hour ago

During the rescue of the F-15 airman in Iran, the U.S. military blew up two of its own transport planes that had to be left behind | Fortune

The U.S. successfully rescued two aviators shot down over Iran, marking a significant military operation in enemy territory.
World news
fromFortune
19 hours ago

U.S. deploys bulk of stealthy long-range missile for Iran war | Fortune

The US military is reallocating JASSM-ER cruise missiles from other regions for its campaign against Iran, significantly reducing global stockpiles.
#us-navy
fromwww.aljazeera.com
51 minutes ago

Mearsheimer: No signs of quick end to US-Israel war on Iran

Mearsheimer argues that the idea that the US and Israel are making a safer, more stable Middle East is ludicrous, emphasizing that the real threat comes from their collaboration.
World politics
European startups
fromFortune
23 hours ago

Trump sons to Gulf states: we've got some drone interception tech to sell you | Fortune

A drone company backed by Trump’s sons is selling to Gulf nations amid conflict with Iran, potentially profiting from the war initiated by their father.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 hours ago

Ukraine hits port in Russia's Primorsk, oil refinery in Nizhny Novgorod

Ukrainian drone strikes targeted Russia's Primorsk port and NORSI oil refinery, causing fuel leaks and a fire, impacting oil export capabilities.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

After fighting malware for decades, this cybersecurity veteran is now hacking drones | TechCrunch

Mikko Hyppönen emphasizes the invisible nature of cybersecurity work, comparing it to Tetris where successes vanish and failures accumulate.
#eu-energy-crisis
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago
Europe news

US fighter jet shot down over Iran, official says; EU warns it's 'preparing for worst scenarios' including fuel rationing

fromIrish Independent
2 days ago
Europe news

'US pilot rescued and another still missing' after fighter jet shot down over Iran; EU prepares for fuel rationing

Europe news
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

US fighter jet shot down over Iran, official says; EU warns it's 'preparing for worst scenarios' including fuel rationing

The EU is preparing for a prolonged energy crisis due to the Middle East conflict, considering fuel rationing and emergency oil releases.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

'US pilot rescued and another still missing' after fighter jet shot down over Iran; EU prepares for fuel rationing

The EU is preparing for a prolonged energy crisis due to the Middle East conflict, considering fuel rationing and emergency oil releases.
#strait-of-hormuz
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

UK-led coalition of 40 countries vows action on Hormuz Strait gridlock

British PM Keir Starmer emphasizes diplomatic solutions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions from Iran's actions against commercial shipping.
World news
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Trump vows to strike civilian infrastructure as Iran strikes at Gulf tech sites

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
#journalism
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Trump mocked Royal Navy's old' warships. But the reality is far different

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Royal Navy fits ship with minehunting drones ahead of possible Hormuz deployment

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Trump mocked Royal Navy's old' warships. But the reality is far different

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Royal Navy fits ship with minehunting drones ahead of possible Hormuz deployment

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
#iran
fromFortune
1 day ago
World politics

Much of Iran's military may be 'decimated,' but it's winning the energy war as it picks who gets cargoes through the Strait of Hormuz | Fortune

US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Retired Lt. General Says Missing U.S. Aviator Would Be Killed on the Spot' if Iranians Apply Hegseth's No Quarter' Rule

Honore criticized Hegseth's 'no quarter' remarks, warning they could endanger a missing American aviator in Iran.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 hours ago

Trump Warns Iran to 'Open the F*ckin' Strait' of Hormuz

Trump threatens to strike Iran's infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, warning of severe consequences for the country.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

I'm Very Worried': Former Combat Fighter Pilot Breaks Down What Happens When a Pilot Ejects Like Over Iran

Concerns grow for U.S. pilots ejected over Iran after an F-15E fighter jet was downed, with Iran offering rewards for their capture.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 hour ago

Despite propaganda coup of F-15 crew rescue, downing is reminder to US that Iran can fight back

The downing of an F-15 fighter highlights Iran's ability to challenge US air superiority and raises concerns over military operations in the region.
World politics
fromFortune
1 day ago

Much of Iran's military may be 'decimated,' but it's winning the energy war as it picks who gets cargoes through the Strait of Hormuz | Fortune

Iran may gain control over energy flows in the Strait of Hormuz, leading to higher global oil prices and inflation.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago
US news

Retired Lt. General Says Missing U.S. Aviator Would Be Killed on the Spot' if Iranians Apply Hegseth's No Quarter' Rule

World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 hours ago

Trump Warns Iran to 'Open the F*ckin' Strait' of Hormuz

Trump threatens to strike Iran's infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, warning of severe consequences for the country.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Trump claims Starmer is weak as he mocks PM and UK aircraft carriers

Donald Trump mocked Keir Starmer's leadership during a White House speech, questioning the UK's military support amid tensions in the Middle East.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Boeing Gains 5%, Lockheed Martin Up 2%: Defense Stocks Are Having a Moment as Pentagon Spending Accelerates

Boeing and Lockheed Martin shares rose significantly due to a major Pentagon contract to triple production capacity for PAC-3 missile seekers.
fromThe Walrus
5 days ago

The Man Who Put AI at the Centre of America's War Machine | The Walrus

"War is terrible, war is terrible, war is terrible," he intones, holding my gaze and giving voice to a universal chorus.
DC food
fromwww.npr.org
10 hours ago

Trump says U.S. military has rescued airman shot down over Iran

The U.S. Military sent dozens of aircraft, armed with the most lethal weapons in the World, to retrieve him. He sustained injuries, but he will be just fine.
US news
fromFast Company
8 hours ago

Using nuclear explosives to bypass the Strait of Hormuz isn't a novel idea for the U.S.

Instead of fighting over a 21-mile-wide bottleneck forever, we cut a new channel through friendly territory. A dozen thermonuclear detonations and you've got a waterway wider than the Panama Canal, deeper than the Suez, and safe from Iranian attacks.
World politics
Science
fromTESLARATI
1 day ago

Tesla hit by Iranian missile debris in Israel and survives

Tesla's glass roof design provides exceptional strength, demonstrated by its ability to withstand missile debris without shattering.
#drone-warfare
Germany news
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Who Needs Tanks In the Age of Drones?

Rheinmetall's CEO dismisses Ukraine's drone innovations, viewing them as simplistic compared to traditional military technology.
Germany news
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Who Needs Tanks In the Age of Drones?

Rheinmetall's CEO dismisses Ukraine's drone innovations, viewing them as simplistic compared to traditional military technology.
#ukraine
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
Russo-Ukrainian War

The frontline is like Terminator': fighting robots give Ukraine hope in war with Russia

Ukraine's new battery-powered land robots are transforming modern warfare and logistics in the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Drones strike Russia's Ust-Luga port again as EU officials visit Ukraine

Ukraine's air defenses intercepted 267 of 289 Russian drones, while Ukrainian attacks on oil infrastructure continue to escalate.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The frontline is like Terminator': fighting robots give Ukraine hope in war with Russia

Ukraine's new battery-powered land robots are transforming modern warfare and logistics in the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Drones strike Russia's Ust-Luga port again as EU officials visit Ukraine

Ukraine's air defenses intercepted 267 of 289 Russian drones, while Ukrainian attacks on oil infrastructure continue to escalate.
#royal-navy
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

First sea lord admits Royal Navy is not ready for war

The Royal Navy is not currently ready for war, according to General Sir Gwyn Jenkins, who emphasizes the need for further preparation.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Navy investigated links between nuclear sub commander and MP

A senior naval officer was investigated for an alleged inappropriate relationship with MP Joani Reid, but no disciplinary action was taken.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

Despite Ongoing Iran War, Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF Keeps Falling

Geopolitical tensions boost defense contractors, but the Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF has declined 11.55% recently, highlighting performance discrepancies.
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
6 hours ago

Why Trump Thinks He Can Walk Away From the Strait of Hormuz

America's energy independence allows it to impose economic pain on others without suffering itself during the current oil supply crisis.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
15 hours ago

US satellite firm Planet Labs announces blackout on war on Iran images

Planet Labs stated it will withhold imagery dating back to March 9 and expects the policy to remain in effect until the end of the war, which began on February 28.
Science
#drones
fromFortune
1 week ago
European startups

The Army and Amazon are creating an online storefront to buy drones as the technology transforms the battlefield | Fortune

fromFlowingData
1 week ago
Russo-Ukrainian War

Cheap drones allowing war with volume

Drones have transformed warfare, allowing less equipped nations to effectively combat larger forces through high-volume, low-cost technology.
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago
US news

America's Drone Future

State and local governments will face significant challenges managing the increasing number of drones in U.S. airspace.
European startups
fromFortune
1 week ago

The Army and Amazon are creating an online storefront to buy drones as the technology transforms the battlefield | Fortune

Drones are revolutionizing warfare, prompting the Army to create an online marketplace for rapid procurement of unmanned aircraft systems.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromFlowingData
1 week ago

Cheap drones allowing war with volume

Drones have transformed warfare, allowing less equipped nations to effectively combat larger forces through high-volume, low-cost technology.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Shahed-killing interceptor drones may look simple, but building them to keep up with the threat isn't easy

Interceptor drones are complex systems essential for countering cheap drone attacks, with Ukraine producing them at scale to meet rising global demand.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

US jibes at Royal Navy are uncomfortable because they have substance | Jamie Grierson

The UK Royal Navy faces criticism regarding its capabilities and readiness amid rising tensions in the Middle East.
#us-iran-conflict
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago
World news

United States rescues pilot of first plane shot down by Iran in war

US troops are searching for a missing F-15 crew member after Iran shot down the jet, marking a significant escalation in the conflict.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
World news

Middle East crisis live: US and Iranian forces race to recover missing pilot from downed jet; Israel bombards Beirut

The US-Iran conflict escalates with military actions, including downed aircraft and strikes on economic sites, impacting global energy supplies.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
21 hours ago

Universities hit as US, Israel ramp up attacks on Iran's infrastructure

At least 30 universities have been impacted by US and Israeli strikes during the ongoing war, targeting civilian sites and academic institutions.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

United States rescues pilot of first plane shot down by Iran in war

US troops are searching for a missing F-15 crew member after Iran shot down the jet, marking a significant escalation in the conflict.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Middle East crisis live: US and Iranian forces race to recover missing pilot from downed jet; Israel bombards Beirut

The US-Iran conflict escalates with military actions, including downed aircraft and strikes on economic sites, impacting global energy supplies.
#israel
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

Israel rations interceptor missiles amid risk of falling into a war of attrition with Iran

Two Iranian missiles struck Israel, raising concerns about missile defense effectiveness and the capacity for prolonged conflict with Iran.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

Israel rations interceptor missiles amid risk of falling into a war of attrition with Iran

Two Iranian missiles struck Israel, raising concerns about missile defense effectiveness and the capacity for prolonged conflict with Iran.
History
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

25 Weapons That Changed Warfare Over the Last Century

Technological breakthroughs over the last century transformed warfare by introducing tanks, missiles, stealth aircraft, and precision-guided weapons that forced armies to continuously adapt tactics and reshape military doctrine globally.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The delusion of easy victory from the air may have seduced the US into another war

Giulio Douhet proposed a revolution in warfare, stating that victory would come from large-scale aerial bombardments targeting civilians and infrastructure rather than just combatants.
Right-wing politics
European startups
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

The US military is pushing up production for the weapons that could matter most in a major war

The Department of Defense is increasing production of critical weapons, including THAAD interceptors, to meet rising demand and address stockpile concerns.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Russia's shadow fleet pass through UK waters after boarding threat

The Independent provides critical reporting on various issues, emphasizing the need for on-ground journalism and accessible news without paywalls.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
12 hours ago

Iran war: US says missing crew member from downed jet found

Trump claimed US military dominance after rescuing airmen in Iran, despite Iranian reports of a downed US aircraft during the operation.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Iran war: UNSC to vote on Gulf-led resolution to open Hormuz

The UN Security Council will vote on a Bahrain-sponsored resolution for defensive measures to secure ship transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 days ago

Iran Exposed a New Reality for U.S. Air Power

Operation Epic Fury challenged the assumption of uncontested skies, requiring a significant effort to achieve air superiority over Iran.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

British forces preparing to board Russian shadow fleet ships in UK waters

British forces are preparing to board and detain ships in Russia's shadow fleet to combat oil sanctions evasion.
World news
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
21 hours ago

Even Top US Jets Face Risks: F-15 Incident Highlights Complex Airspace Over Iran

The F-15, despite its success, faces risks in contested airspace, highlighted by recent incidents and historical losses to ground defenses.
World politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Total air defense is effectively impossible. In a major war, the West may have to make hard choices.

The West must make difficult choices about air defense priorities in large-scale wars due to limitations in resources and technology.
World news
fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

Chinese firms market Iran war intelligence 'exposing' U.S. forces

Chinese firms are leveraging AI and open-source data to track U.S. military movements, posing potential security risks amid the Iran conflict.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

Bolton believes Trump is 'probably in panic mode' US hunt for the missing pilot - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

It sounds to me like he's probably back in a panic mode. Wishing he could find a way to declare victory and get out of this war, regardless of whether or not he opens the Strait of Hormuz before he does it.
World news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

The US is burning through expensive missiles. DARPA is looking for cheaper ones that can be built in days, not months.

"To accelerate current weapons development timelines, DARPA is considering an alternative development paradigm to increase the nation's magazine depth and breadth."
World news
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Iran war: Search on for missing crew member of downed US jet

The UNSC will vote on a resolution to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid Iranian threats and international opposition.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Middle East crisis live: Iran says it shot down US fighter jet, warns against UN vote on defensive force' in strait of Hormuz

Trump threatens to strike Iran's infrastructure, urging swift action from its leadership.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Libyan military leader may have combat drones despite UN embargo

Khalifa Haftar's forces may have acquired Chinese and Turkish drones at Al Khadim airbase, despite a UN weapons embargo.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

India news: Defense exports surge to over $4 billion

India's defense exports reached a record $4.1 billion in the fiscal year to March 2026, marking a 60% increase from the previous year.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

GCC chief urges UN to halt Iranian attacks, protect Gulf waterways

Jassim al-Budaiwi urges the UN Security Council to ensure uninterrupted navigation through strategic waterways and halt Iranian attacks in the region.
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