Chris Martin
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Chris Martin is the managing editor for Defense News. His interests include Sino-U.S. affairs, cybersecurity, foreign policy and his yorkie Willow.
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Comparing Russian, Ukrainian forces two years into war
Data from a recent military report offers a comparison between the military forces of the two countries.
US Navy wants commercial satellites for nighttime Earth observation
The Navy is looking for space-based sensors on sensor-ready platforms, according to a Naval Research Laboratory Request for Information.
The US Army is seeking autonomous drones to clean up chemical weapons
The Autonomous Decontamination System, or ADS, would scrub vehicles, critical infrastructure and key terrain while allowing troops to protect themselves.
Pentagon taps 25 firms for small, cheap attack drone competition
The Pentagon eventually wants to field swarms of low-cost, one-way attack drones that cost just a few thousand dollars apiece.
Taiwan’s Tron Future unveils AI-guided anti-armor rockets
Designed for unguided munitions, the device uses a variety of sensors and AI to instantly calculate and predict the projectile flight paths.
US Air Force eyes inspections, spare parts funding to boost readiness
The Air Force's secretary and chief of staff have made improving readiness a top priority and emphasize it is "commanders' business," Lt. Gen. Pleus said.
Inside a new submarine engine production plant | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 2.3.26
Leonardo DRS cuts the ribbon on a new plant to make engines for forthcoming Columbia-class submarines. Plus, highlights from SHOT Show 2026.
Staccato debuts new handgun, and firearms makers show off short-barreled rifles at SHOT Show 2026
SHOT Show 2026 was a showcase for firearms makers, who showed off a range of new shooting options, including the latest from Staccato
Troops’ pay, healthcare and barracks updates for 2026
How much more will troops earn in 2026? Plus, updates on health and barracks initiatives from the Military Officers Association of America.
Mortgage 101: What You Need to Qualify — Money Minute
Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union is here to explain what you need to know to be prepared to buy that new home.
