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![Afghanistan sucked the oxygen out of the room — at the worst time [Editorial]](https://one.sightlinemg.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/635774149453314197-dfn-us-bae-circmjpg.jpg?w=300)
Afghanistan sucked the oxygen out of the room — at the worst time [Editorial]
Perhaps the distraction that came during the last 15 years would be less of a concern if not for the unfortunate timing. But technologies that before were pie-in-the-sky concepts, now define the future of warfare. We’ve fallen behind.
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![When domestic cyber becomes a military problem [Editorial]](https://one.sightlinemg.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/cryptography.jpg.jpg?w=300)
When domestic cyber becomes a military problem [Editorial]
Laws intended to establish roles and responsibilities within the government did not necessarily account for the prospect of global networks. Or cyberwar. And yet, here we are.
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Interview: BAE Systems CEO DeMuro talks priority programs, and the Trump ‘proactive’ approach
In a wide-ranging interview with Defense News, the chief of the BAE Systems U.S. subsidiary speaks about program priorities, the new administration as a catalyst for progress, the benefit of industry perspective at the Pentagon, and the ‘bemusing’ concerns expressed on the Hill.
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Elbit Systems of America, CBP in talks for expanded surveillance along US-Mexico border
As the Trump administration reignites the debate about a wall along the southern border, the company already leading the technology surveillance rollout between Arizona and Mexico stands ready to do more — and is in talks with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to do so.
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Why program cancellations may actually be a hint at progress in the military
The fact that programs are being reevaluated actually hints at progress, of military leadership recognizing that tackling today’s threats with yesterday’s tactics is counterproductive.
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Stay in your lane? DoD could bank more on virtues of commercial manufacturing
As DoD experiments with new procurement techniques, commercial manufacturers are looking to cash in.
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Interview: Harris CEO Bill Brown on narrowing the corporate focus
Defense News spoke to Harris Corporation’s CEO to find out where the company sees its future opportunity, and how narrowing focus can enable growth.
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![The Putin-Trump relationship: Nothing more than smoke and mirrors [Editorial]](https://one.sightlinemg.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/AP17188522224335.jpg.jpg?w=300)
The Putin-Trump relationship: Nothing more than smoke and mirrors [Editorial]
In an Aug. 3 tweet, President Donald Trump had this to say: “Our relations with Russia are at a historic low, and very dangerous.” But is it? Or is it actually no different than it’s ever been, except that the current administration implied for a brief period of time we might see the relationship repaired?
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Interview: Raytheon’s Chris Lombardi talks European priorities, industry’s seat at the table
As Europe refocuses its efforts on deterrence, technology efforts and joint initiatives become even more dire. Industry has a key seat at the table for such efforts. Executive Editor Jill Aitoro spoke to Chris Lombardi, vice president for Raytheon International about regional priorities as well as industry’s role.
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![Rest easy, changes at the top are a good sign [Editorial]](https://one.sightlinemg.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/635990095790276161-dfn-jill-aitoro-portrait-defense-news-05-13-2016-dw124jpg.jpg?w=300)
Rest easy, changes at the top are a good sign [Editorial]
Every year there’s some churn in leadership among the top defense companies. People retire. Acquisitions bring shifts at the top. Scandals happen. But among the standout findings from our Top 100 list this year was the number of execs that have moved on. So what’s happening?
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Afghanistan sucked the oxygen out of the room — at the worst time [Editorial]
Perhaps the distraction that came during the last 15 years would be less of a concern if not for the unfortunate timing. But technologies that before were pie-in-the-sky concepts, now define the future of warfare. We’ve fallen behind.
-
When domestic cyber becomes a military problem [Editorial]
Laws intended to establish roles and responsibilities within the government did not necessarily account for the prospect of global networks. Or cyberwar. And yet, here we are.
-
Interview: BAE Systems CEO DeMuro talks priority programs, and the Trump ‘proactive’ approach
In a wide-ranging interview with Defense News, the chief of the BAE Systems U.S. subsidiary speaks about program priorities, the new administration as a catalyst for progress, the benefit of industry perspective at the Pentagon, and the ‘bemusing’ concerns expressed on the Hill.
-
Elbit Systems of America, CBP in talks for expanded surveillance along US-Mexico border
As the Trump administration reignites the debate about a wall along the southern border, the company already leading the technology surveillance rollout between Arizona and Mexico stands ready to do more — and is in talks with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to do so.
-
Why program cancellations may actually be a hint at progress in the military
The fact that programs are being reevaluated actually hints at progress, of military leadership recognizing that tackling today’s threats with yesterday’s tactics is counterproductive.
-
Stay in your lane? DoD could bank more on virtues of commercial manufacturing
As DoD experiments with new procurement techniques, commercial manufacturers are looking to cash in.
-
Interview: Harris CEO Bill Brown on narrowing the corporate focus
Defense News spoke to Harris Corporation’s CEO to find out where the company sees its future opportunity, and how narrowing focus can enable growth.
-
The Putin-Trump relationship: Nothing more than smoke and mirrors [Editorial]
In an Aug. 3 tweet, President Donald Trump had this to say: “Our relations with Russia are at a historic low, and very dangerous.” But is it? Or is it actually no different than it’s ever been, except that the current administration implied for a brief period of time we might see the relationship repaired?
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Interview: Raytheon’s Chris Lombardi talks European priorities, industry’s seat at the table
As Europe refocuses its efforts on deterrence, technology efforts and joint initiatives become even more dire. Industry has a key seat at the table for such efforts. Executive Editor Jill Aitoro spoke to Chris Lombardi, vice president for Raytheon International about regional priorities as well as industry’s role.
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Rest easy, changes at the top are a good sign [Editorial]
Every year there’s some churn in leadership among the top defense companies. People retire. Acquisitions bring shifts at the top. Scandals happen. But among the standout findings from our Top 100 list this year was the number of execs that have moved on. So what’s happening?
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![Afghanistan sucked the oxygen out of the room — at the worst time [Editorial]](https://one.sightlinemg.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/635774149453314197-dfn-us-bae-circmjpg.jpg?w=492)
Afghanistan sucked the oxygen out of the room — at the worst time [Editorial]
Perhaps the distraction that came during the last 15 years would be less of a concern if not for the unfortunate timing. But technologies that before were pie-in-the-sky concepts, now define the future of warfare. We’ve fallen behind.
-
![When domestic cyber becomes a military problem [Editorial]](https://one.sightlinemg.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/cryptography.jpg.jpg?w=1024)
When domestic cyber becomes a military problem [Editorial]
Laws intended to establish roles and responsibilities within the government did not necessarily account for the prospect of global networks. Or cyberwar. And yet, here we are.
-
Interview: BAE Systems CEO DeMuro talks priority programs, and the Trump ‘proactive’ approach
In a wide-ranging interview with Defense News, the chief of the BAE Systems U.S. subsidiary speaks about program priorities, the new administration as a catalyst for progress, the benefit of industry perspective at the Pentagon, and the ‘bemusing’ concerns expressed on the Hill.
-
Elbit Systems of America, CBP in talks for expanded surveillance along US-Mexico border
As the Trump administration reignites the debate about a wall along the southern border, the company already leading the technology surveillance rollout between Arizona and Mexico stands ready to do more — and is in talks with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to do so.
-
Why program cancellations may actually be a hint at progress in the military
The fact that programs are being reevaluated actually hints at progress, of military leadership recognizing that tackling today’s threats with yesterday’s tactics is counterproductive.
-
Stay in your lane? DoD could bank more on virtues of commercial manufacturing
As DoD experiments with new procurement techniques, commercial manufacturers are looking to cash in.
-
Interview: Harris CEO Bill Brown on narrowing the corporate focus
Defense News spoke to Harris Corporation’s CEO to find out where the company sees its future opportunity, and how narrowing focus can enable growth.
-
![The Putin-Trump relationship: Nothing more than smoke and mirrors [Editorial]](https://one.sightlinemg.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/AP17188522224335.jpg.jpg?w=1024)
The Putin-Trump relationship: Nothing more than smoke and mirrors [Editorial]
In an Aug. 3 tweet, President Donald Trump had this to say: “Our relations with Russia are at a historic low, and very dangerous.” But is it? Or is it actually no different than it’s ever been, except that the current administration implied for a brief period of time we might see the relationship repaired?
-
Interview: Raytheon’s Chris Lombardi talks European priorities, industry’s seat at the table
As Europe refocuses its efforts on deterrence, technology efforts and joint initiatives become even more dire. Industry has a key seat at the table for such efforts. Executive Editor Jill Aitoro spoke to Chris Lombardi, vice president for Raytheon International about regional priorities as well as industry’s role.
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![Rest easy, changes at the top are a good sign [Editorial]](https://one.sightlinemg.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/635990095790276161-dfn-jill-aitoro-portrait-defense-news-05-13-2016-dw124jpg.jpg?w=1024)
Rest easy, changes at the top are a good sign [Editorial]
Every year there’s some churn in leadership among the top defense companies. People retire. Acquisitions bring shifts at the top. Scandals happen. But among the standout findings from our Top 100 list this year was the number of execs that have moved on. So what’s happening?
