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Week 2 Defense (DEF) Streamers, Starters, and Rankings: 2026 Fantasy Tiers, Rankings
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Missile shortages, damage to US facilities: Pentagon watchdog issues first review of Iran war
A Pentagon watchdog review reveals strategic weapons shortfalls, facility damage, and a $33.4 billion bill from the Iran war.
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White House Weighs Defense Production Act as U.S. Refineries Maxed Out
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2026 Alabama Football: Kentucky Defense Preview and Game Prediction
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NATO's deterrence 'weakened' by lack of response to Russian attacks
European security concerns mount as NATO's deterrence capabilities are questioned amidst Russian hybrid attacks that fall short of open warfare.
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Iran targeted US Navy ships 3 times this week in close-call missile attacks
Iran has launched three close-call missile attacks against US Navy ships this week using advanced targeting technology.
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Ukrainian pilots 'forced to take risks' as Russian jet-powered drones strain missile supplies
Ukrainian pilots face heightened risks as new Russian jet-powered drones strain existing missile supplies.
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Fusion Gets $14 Billion Bet It’s More Than a ‘Science Project’
A massive fourteen billion dollar financial push is transforming nuclear fusion from a laboratory experiment into an industrial reality.
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‘Have Some Shame’: Philippine Defense Chief Slams China on Stage
The Philippine Defense Secretary has publicly condemned China's actions in the South China Sea during a high-profile event in Seoul.
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Some veterans to be called up to test UK's war resilience
The UK Ministry of Defence is planning a mobilization drill to test wartime readiness by calling up veterans.
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Volkswagen to convert German car plant to produce Israeli defense equipment
Volkswagen signs a deal with an Israeli firm to transform a German car manufacturing factory into a defense production hub.
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Kallas scraps new high-level European defense group in fresh blow to her leadership
Kaja Kallas faces a significant leadership challenge after the cancellation of a proposed high-level European defense group.
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Iran plotting new Oct. 7-style attack against Israel with its terrorist proxies: report
Israel is assessing reports that Iran is planning a multi-front, 'October 7-style' attack against it using a network of terrorist proxies.
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After ‘concerning’ losses, Air Force pushes to replace Reaper faster
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Previewing UCLA's Offense vs. California's Defense
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Estonia's Defense Minister resigns after wasting 70 million euros on faulty ammunition for Ukraine
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Defense Contractor Files Bankruptcy, Cites Federal Shutdown
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South Korea proposes record $597 billion 2027 budget to supercharge AI investment
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The Boeing Deal Just Changed Everything For Archer Aviation (NYSE:ACHR)
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Ousted Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov says Ukraine is ‘slowly losing’ the war against Russia
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Ukraine Confronts $27B Defense Shortfall
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Ursa Major to go public in $2.3 billion SPAC deal
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Earth Defense Force 6.2: Invaders from Another World announced for PS5
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Lil Durk Trial Openings: Defense Claims Rapper Unfairly Offered as 'Big Fish' By Co-Defendant
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Reports credit North Korea's newest missile of terror with 2.5-ton warhead and 900-km range. Expert explains why those numbers can't both be true
Coverage examines reports crediting North Korea's newest missile with a 2.5-ton warhead and 900-km range.
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Fedorov decries corruption in Defense Ministry, doubles down on calls for elections
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Ravens preseason stock report: young defenders dominate vs. Vikings
The Baltimore Ravens' young defensive unit delivered a dominant performance in a 13-3 preseason victory over the Minnesota Vikings.
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Starting Defense Dominates, Freshman WR Shines on Day 15 of BYU Camp
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Defense strategy in Tupac murder case: don't believe my client
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Taiwan Floats Record Defense Budget, Sending Message to U.S. and China
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Exclusive | New Drone Unit to Be Phased Out as Hegseth’s Army Pick Makes His Mark
The United States Army is phasing out a specialized drone unit in Europe modeled after the Ukrainian experience.
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A New Defense Stock Is Born: Lyntris IPO Set For Wednesday
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Defense minister dismissed by Zelensky demands elections in Ukraine
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Ukraine's fired Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov calls for elections despite war with Russia
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Nukes all around? A fraying U.S. nuclear umbrella is pushing allies to weigh defense options, raising risk of a proliferation cascade
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Breaking: Fedorov calls for wartime elections, says Putin shouldn't decide when Ukrainians vote
Ousted defense minister Fedorov challenges Zelenskyy by demanding wartime elections, arguing Putin should not decide Ukrainian voting.
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'Ready to deal with any threats': UAE vows response after Iran fires two missiles
The UAE vows a firm response after detecting two missiles fired from Iran that landed in the water.
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Bubble Watch: Preseason opener shifts roster predictions on defense
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South Korea must brace for ‘worst-case scenario,’ President Lee says, as Trump cuts military drills
President Lee urges South Korea to prepare for a worst-case scenario as Trump orders joint military drills cut short.
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Tomahawk Missile Production Is Surging—and These Stocks Could Benefit
The U.S. government has awarded RTX a $22.9 billion contract to significantly accelerate the production of Tomahawk cruise missiles over seven years.
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Colts Camp Notebook Day 11: Defense Picks Daniel Jones Twice
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Disney Unveils Avengers Infinity Defense Lead By Ms. Marvel, Return Of Avengers Cast, Harrison Ford Models New Indiana Jones Attraction, Villains Land & More At D23
Disney's D23 event reveals major theme park expansions featuring the return of the Avengers cast and Harrison Ford as Indiana Jones.
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Ukraine could strike Russia with domestic ballistic missiles in 3 to 6 months, says Ukraine's former defense minister
Ukraine could strike Russia with domestic ballistic missiles in months, according to its ousted defense minister.
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New Avengers Infinity Defense Details Reveal Ride Vehicle Names and New Story Elements
Disney announces the Avengers Infinity Defense expansion for Avengers Campus, featuring a 2028 opening and the return of Robert Downey Jr.
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The Morning Risk Report: BAE Systems Fined $36 Million for Illegal Exports
Britain's largest defense company faces a $36 million penalty for violating United States arms export regulations.
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Moscow says it knows where Western ships sail as Putin threatens to seize vessels
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Turkiye lays out ‘mechanisms’ of defence pact with Pakistan, Saudi Arabia
Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan have signed the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement, a new security pact praised by U.S. President Donald Trump.
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Mecca defense pact isn’t meant to challenge Israel, at least not on the battlefield
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Report: Nate Wiggins avoided structural damage in Tuesday’s injury
Nate Wiggins’ Tuesday injury sparks debate over its impact on the Ravens’ defensive depth
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Hanwha Offers to Buy Builder of U.S. Navy Ships
Hanwha makes a billion-dollar bid to acquire Austal USA as the shipbuilder declares a notable financial loss.
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Hanwha Defense USA seeks to acquire Austal USA in $1.2B potential deal
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Australia and Vietnam deepen strategic partnership
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U.K. Discovers Component in Its Naval Drones Sent Signals to China
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How Taiwan Simulated a Potential Chinese Attack
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Australian rare earth miner surges after U.S. Department of Defense investment
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Missile Barrages Against Ukraine, Switching Off Crimea, Russia’s Military Reshuffle and Preparing for War in Taiwan. The Big Five, 9 August edition
United States approval for a massive Patriot missile sale highlights ongoing regional defence needs amidst reported supply shortages.
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How a Drone ‘Hellscape’ Might Stop a Chinese Invasion of Taiwan
Taiwan is developing a 'drone hellscape' strategy, utilizing swarms of unmanned aerial and maritime systems to deter a potential Chinese invasion.
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Here’s why Russia’s missiles are increasingly getting through Ukrainian defenses
Coverage examines the reasons why Russian ballistic missiles are increasingly bypassing Ukrainian defense systems.
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China complains to Japan over defence white paper, foreign ministry says
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Taiwan launches major war games to test command flexibility
Taiwan has launched its annual Han Kuang military exercise to test command flexibility and counter potential Chinese attacks.