Day: April 21, 2025

Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta. https://t.co/KUYciVqWXr

Top general recommends US maintain current troop levels in EuropeThe commander’s comments come amid concerns from Congress that the Pentagon is considering reducing the number of U.S. troops on the continent.By Nikki Wentling13 days ago

Epirus debuts high-power microwave weapon to knock out boat motorsLeonidas gets its sea legs as Epirus debuts its high-power microwave capability that can disable boat motors.By Jen Judson13 days ago

Senate confirms Trump’s nominee for top Pentagon policy jobThe vote for Elbridge Colby on Tuesday was 54-45, with Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky as the only Republican voting against him.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press12 days ago

F/A-XX could be the Navy’s last piloted fighter, bring greater rangeThe Air Force awarded a contract to Boeing to build its sixth-generation jet, dubbed the F-47, and the Navy’s award could come soon.By Stephen Losey12 days ago

European Defence Agency portfolio swells under bloc’s defense ambitionThe agency’s role includes managing around 200 projects worth €681 million, from the Low Earth Orbit satellite demonstrator to buying 155mm shells.By Linus Höller12 days ago