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Letter From The Editor: Welcome To TWZ

We are so excited to announce that The War Zone is now its own site and it has a brand new address, TWZ.com!

Russia

Ukrainian Neptune Cruise Missile Lands In Russia Largely Intact

The R-360 Neptune gives Ukraine a valuable stand-off strike asset, but one washing ashore in Russia could also be a win for its adversary.

F-35A

Czech Republic Officially Joins The F-35 Fighter Program

After several years of planning with the U.S., the Czech Republic is set to receive its first F-35 in 2031.

Russia

Ukraine Situation Report: Greek S-300 SAMs May Be Headed To Ukraine

Reports state that Ukraine will receive Greek S-300 air defense systems, with Athens approved to get F-35s as part of the arrangement.

Iran

Another U.S. Outpost Attacked, Biden Admin Mulls Strike Options

A day after a deadly attack in Jordan, a U.S. outpost in northeast Syria came under a rocket attack Monday.

Iran

What Comes Next After Three Americans Were Killed In A Drone Attack In Jordan?

The volatility in the Middle East just hit a ominous new milepost with no offramp in sight.

Iran

Drone Attack In Jordan Kills Three American Troops (Updated)

President Biden blamed Iranian-backed militias for the attack, which will escalate the already extremely volatile situation in the region.

WWII

Masters Of The Air’s Aerial Sequences Are Terrifying, Game Changing

In just two episodes, Masters Of The Air has set a new standard for the depiction of aviation and air combat in Hollywood.

AC-130

AESA Radars For AC-130J, MC-130J Sought By SOCOM

Even an off-the-shelf AESA radar solution could drastically enhance the capabilities of Special Operations Command's C-130s.

Bunker Talk

Bunker Talk: Let’s Talk About All The Things We Did And Didn’t Cover This Week

The bunker is open!

U.S. Navy

USS Carney Defends Itself From Missile Attack, Tanker Reportedly Hit

The Houthis have vowed to continue their anti-shipping campaign, with U.S. warships now squarely in their sights.

E-6

E-6B ‘Doomsday Plane’ Looks Like It’s Been Through Armageddon

The Navy is trying to figure out exactly why a E-6B Mercury airborne nuclear command and control aircraft has ended up looking so distressed.

News & Features

Watchdog Says Pentagon’s UAP Response May Pose Threat To National Security

The Pentagon's Inspector General slammed the department's dealings on the issue of UAPs in a scathing previously classified report.

News & Features

SpaceX Appears To Be Flying This Slick Looking 737

The gray-and-black airliner is turning heads and drawing outward comparisons to some of the most secretive 737s in the world.

News & Features

Iranian Knock-Off Of Israel’s Spike Missile Used In Hezbollah Attack

Hezbollah used a Iranian Almas anti-tank guided missile that is a clone of Israel's Spike missile during an attack on a border outpost.

News & Features

Northrop Grumman Loses A Billion Dollars On The B-21 Program

On top of the loss, Northrop Grumman does not expect to make a profit on the first five production lots of B-21 bombers.

Russia

Ukraine Situation Report: Artillery Ammo Crisis Giving Russia Major Advantage

With U.S. aid running dry and Europe unable to meet commitments, Ukraine is finding itself badly outgunned.

Turkey

Turkish F-16 Deal Now Being Fast-Tracked By Biden Admin

Turkish acceptance of Sweden joining NATO looks to have kickstarted a long-delayed plan for Ankara to buy more F-16s.

Loyal Wingman

Anduril Is Helping The Air Force To Develop Its Loyal Wingman Drone

Anduril is one of five companies now working on the Collaborative Combat Aircraft program, which is a top priority for the Air Force.

Helicopters

Australia Is Literally Burying Its Doomed NH90 Helicopter Fleet

The Australia's young NH90 helicopters were such a nightmare that they are being stripped of parts and buried after nobody wanted them.