NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman has criticized both Boeing and the agency itself for the failed Starliner mission, which stranded a crew in orbit for months. The investigation report highlights issues with propulsion systems, qualification work, leadership, and culture that contributed to the failure.
Jared Isaacman has been confirmed as the new head of NASA after US President Donald Trump withdrew his support in May 2024. The selection comes seven months later, following a Senate confirmation process.
Billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman returned to Capitol Hill on December 3, 2025, for a second confirmation hearing to lead NASA, following his renomination by President Trump after a brief withdrawal in May. Isaacman, who founded Shift4 Payments and funded private SpaceX missions, faces key questions about his ties to Elon Musk, proposed budget cuts, and his controversial "Project Athena" plan to reshape the agency.
Breaking Defense explores how artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled analytic tools are transforming ISR data into real-time decision advantage with human expertise. The discussion examines how AI-powered analysis can improve training and prepare warfighters to operate at speed in increasingly contested environments.
Germany has approved an expansion of the Arrow 3 defense system contract with Israel, valued at approximately $3.1 billion, to complement the initial purchase agreement signed two years ago. The combined value is now $6.
The IDF Search and Rescue Brigade has been conducting large-scale training exercises at a specially designed site near Zikim, Israel. The drills simulate scenarios such as missile strikes or natural disasters, with the aim of preparing for unexpected events.
Breaking Defense reports that Israeli officials are exploring a new 20-year military aid commitment from the US, sparking debate about the future of the relationship. Experts suggest recalibrating the dynamic to focus on partnership rather than aid, citing benefits for both countries in defense technology cooperation and reduced dependence on taxpayer funding.
Breaking Defense reports that the Israeli Air Force conducted its largest military flyover in history, striking over 500 targets in Iran with 200 warplanes as part of Operation Roaring Lion. The operation was carried out in coordination with the US and aimed to degrade the Iranian regime's capabilities.
Israel's Iron Beam laser air defense system has been officially activated by the Israeli Ministry of Defense and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems. According to a joint press release, the system was successfully tested against various threats and will be integrated into the Israeli Air Force as part of its multi-layered aerial defense array.
Breaking Defense reports that the US may sell the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter to Saudi Arabia, sparking concerns in Israeli circles about the potential impact on its Qualitative Military Edge (QME). The White House has announced plans to sell the plane to Riyadh, despite Israel's long-standing requirement for a QME policy.
Israel entered 2025 looking to a new US administration to be a gamechanger for Jerusalem's multi-front war. The country pushed forward with new technologies, including laser air defenses and unmanned systems, amid international criticism of its tactics in Gaza.
Israel has announced plans to purchase 30 new AH-64E Apache attack helicopters worth an estimated $3.8 billion. The decision comes after lessons learned from recent multi-front wars, Breaking Defense reports.
Breaking Defense reports that the Israeli defense industry is poised for growth in 2026, driven by lessons learned from the recent conflict. The country's ability to deliver advanced systems on time has led to record sales in 2024, with a focus on European markets.
Israeli fighter jets escorted Wizz Air UK flight W95301 after receiving reports of suspicious behavior on board. The incident occurred on February 8, 2026, as the aircraft approached Israeli airspace.
After two years of combat operations in Gaza, a senior Israeli official recounted the technological leaps in ground combat, calling it the 'first robotics war.' Yaron Sarig, Head of the Israel Ministry of Defense's AI and Autonomy program, spoke about the development of ground robotics and its potential to work alongside armored vehicles. The IDF is pushing robotics further with a new program focused on force build-up efforts to improve operational gain.
ITA Airways has unveiled a special Airbus A320 livery to mark the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. The aircraft will operate across ITA Airways' short- and medium-haul network, featuring artwork by Italian illustrator Emiliano Ponzi.
Italy has taken delivery of its first SAMP/T New Generation (NG) and GRIFO surface-to-air missile systems, marking an important step in the country's air defense modernization. The handover took place on January 22, 2026, at the Santa Barbara barracks in Sabaudia, home to the Army Air Defence Artillery Command (COMACA).
Italian prosecutors are investigating the disappearance of nearly €17 million worth of aircraft parts for Tornado and AMX fighter-bombers, as well as C-130 tactical transport aircraft, according to La Repubblica reports. The Italian Air Force has provided full cooperation with civil and military judicial authorities.
ITP Aero has signed a binding agreement to acquire Aero Norway, a Norway-based engine maintenance provider specializing in CFM56 engines. The deal is expected to close in the first half of 2026, subject to customary regulatory approvals.
Japan Airlines and lunar exploration company ispace have formalized a partnership to develop transportation systems and infrastructure supporting long-term Moon operations. The agreement, signed November 28, 2025, builds on over a decade of collaboration and aims to establish a "cislunar economy"—a connected Earth-Moon network of services and technology.