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Morning Brief: Special Ops Helicopters Spotted Near Venezuela, US Army Fast-Tracks M1E3 Tank Program, Houthi Confirms Military Chief Killed

US buildup near Venezuela, John Bolton indicted, Alaska storm devastates villages. Here’s your Friday morning rundown, October 17, 2025.

US Army Marks First Drone-on-Drone Kill in Historic Training Exercise

US Army paratroopers score first drone-on-drone kill, proving low-cost drones can strike and defend in modern warfare.

US Space Force Launches X-37B on Landmark Eighth Mission

Space Force launches X-37B on its 8th mission, testing laser comms and quantum sensors to boost future space operations.

US Confirms Major Arms Sales to Australia: Javelin Launchers and Aircraft Upgrades

Australia boosts defenses with $97.3M Javelin launcher deal and $404M MC-55A upgrade, deepening ties with the US in the Pacific.

Japan Acquires Tomahawks, Type-12 Surface-to-Ship Missiles

Japan is ramping up its defenses with Tomahawks, advanced drones, and AI-driven intel to counter China’s “Intelligentized warfare” threats.

US Navy Awards Textron $106M to Revolutionize Mine Sweeping Tech

Textron lands a $106M US Navy deal for cutting-edge mine-sweeping tech, bringing semi-autonomous power to safeguard the seas.

UAE, Brazil Forge Defense Advancements with Anti-Ship Missile Procurement

UAE and Brazil secure advanced MANSUP-ER missiles from EDGE Group, fortifying defense with cutting-edge technology.

Strengthening India’s Defense: US-India Collaboration on Stryker Armored Vehicles

US-India pact for Stryker vehicles bolsters defense ties amid regional tensions, shaping global security dynamics.

British Steel on Ice: Ajax Armored Vehicles Conquer the Cold in Sweden

British Army’s Ajax IFVs conquer freezing trials, proving resilience in extreme conditions, a key step in military modernization efforts.

Innovation in the Trenches: Europe’s €49 Million Quest for Collaborative Combat

European allies allocate €49 million to Thales-led LATACC project, revolutionizing defense with innovative land combat collaboration.

Australia and Japan’s Underwater Defense Pact Makes Waves in Indo-Pacific Security

Australia and Japan unite in a strategic pact, enhancing undersea defense and stability in the Indo-Pacific with innovative technology.

Northrop Grumman Awarded $543M Contract to Expand Triton Drone Fleet

Northrop Grumman’s $543M contract for MQ-4C Triton expands naval capabilities, bolstering maritime security in the Pacific region.

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