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Rocket Lab launched its hypersonic test vehicle for the sixth time ever this week.The HASTE suborbital rocket lifted off Tuesday (Nov. 18) at 8 a.m. EST (1300 GMT) from Rocket Lab’s Launch Complex 2 on Wallops Island, Virginia, on a mission for the U.S. Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) and Missile Defense Agency (MDA).The launch, which Rocket Lab named “Prometheus Run,” was a success, “advancing national interests in safeguarding the homeland through the testing of advanced technologies for missile defense,” Rocket Lab wrote in a description of the flight. Best picks for you View from the pad of our latest launch…

Last Updated:November 19, 2025, 18:14 ISTThe Ghost Bat’s key strength is its fully modular nose, which can accommodate different sensors, radars, weapon systems, and electronic warfare modules for versatile missionsThe live test signals the advent of an unmanned combat era poised to redefine air warfare. (Boeing)The world of combat aviation is on the brink of a significant transformation, heralded not by a manned fighter jet, but by a formidable AI-operated stealth drone. Boeing has announced that its MQ-28 Ghost Bat will launch an AIM-120 AMRAAM missile for the first time next month, targeting a live airborne object. This event signals…

Sean Elliott, CEO of ToolsGroup · November 20, 2025 · Our world has been dominated by tariff and trade conversations, but much like everything we’ve been through in the past—trade issues, global unrest, pandemics—it’s a matter of responsiveness and adaptability. Responsiveness to quickly identify when you are “off plan,” and adaptability to address and recover. Sean Elliott As in the past, a lack of adaptability regarding inventory can put supply chain leaders in a difficult situation, leaving warehouses overflowing with stock. At the same time, store shelves sit empty or are stocked with the wrong products. Reading the situation wrong…

A European consortium uniting leading defence, research, and technology organisations from across the Union has launched the iMUGS2 project to develop the next generation of interoperable unmanned ground systems, following its successful proposal to the European Commission under its European Defence Fund (EDF) programme. The project is coordinated by Milrem Robotics.Building on the achievements of the first iMUGS project, iMUGS2 aims to enhance Europe’s autonomy and robotics capabilities by developing a scalable, interoperable, and secure system-of-systems architecture for both unmanned and manned platforms. The project reinforces Europe’s technological sovereignty in key defence areas, including AI-driven autonomy, systems integration, communications, and…

Russia’s Defense Ministry says Ukrainian forces lost 1,340 troops in 24 hours, along with tanks, armored vehicles, artillery and EW systems destroyed across multiple fronts. Russia’s Ministry of Defense has released updated figures on the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ daily losses across the fronts of the special military operation. According to the «West» group of Russian forces, 220 Ukrainian servicemen were eliminated in its sector over the past 24 hours. The report also lists the destruction of an American-made M113 armored personnel carrier, four armored fighting vehicles, 18 vehicles and two field artillery pieces. The command of the «Center» group assessed Ukrainian losses in its area of responsibility at 470 personnel, along with…

ARX Robotics has secured a contract to deliver Gereon UGVs to Ukraine, paving the way for the world’s largest military ground robot fleet.

Britain’s Alfie Davis will fight Russia’s Usman Nurmagomedov for the PFL lightweight title in Dubai on 7 February.The bout will be 33-year-old Davis’ first since he beat Gadzhi Rabadanov in the PFL lightweight tournament final in August to win $500,000 (£369,000).Nurmagomedov, 27, fought last month, earning a narrow win over Irishman Paul Hughes to make his fourth defence as champion.After the bout, Nurmagomedov called out Davis, saying “anytime, anywhere, I am waiting for you”.

Food delivery service DoorDash has turned to elite combat sports as the next in line for its growing sponsorship portfolio in deals with World Wrestling Entertainment and Ultimate Fighting…

As the most volatile theater in the international system, the Middle East poses the greatest obstacle to President Donald Trump’s effort to operationalize a U.S. strategy that shifts front-line security burdens onto regional allies and partners. Without Saudi Arabia assuming a far more assertive leadership role, this approach is untenable in the Arab-majority world. Washington’s […] This article is for subscribers only. We are a global leader in geopolitical forecasting. We deliver cutting edge analysis and intelligence so you can stay ahead of the news. Unbiased analysis of global events Daily geopolitical briefing Long-term…

Plasan Sasa Ltd., whose facility is situated near the Lebanese border, fended off competition from the UAE, South Korea, Canada and an Israeli rival.