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Russian Navy Launches Second Arctic ‘Combat Icebreaker’
Defense
December 30, 2024
From 
Malte Humpert
 via 
gCaptain

Russian Navy Launches Second Arctic ‘Combat Icebreaker’

The Admiralty Shipyards in Saint Petersburg launched the second armed Arctic icebreaker for Russia’s Navy.
Coast Guard Begins Construction of First Heavy Polar Icebreaker in Five Decades
Defense
December 24, 2024
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Coast Guard Begins Construction of First Heavy Polar Icebreaker in Five Decades

The U.S. Coast Guard has received approval to commence construction of its first heavy polar icebreaker in more than 50 years. The milestone announcement comes as the service also reveals...
Iran Oil Tycoon ‘Hector’ Plays Key Role in Arms Sales to Russia
Defense
December 24, 2024
From 
Bloomberg
 via 
gCaptain

Iran Oil Tycoon ‘Hector’ Plays Key Role in Arms Sales to Russia

An Iranian oil tycoon who’s managed to quietly embed himself in the heart of the Western financial system is among a cadre of businessmen handling weapons deliveries across the Caspian Sea to Russia, helping Moscow in its war in Ukraine.
Netanyahu Says Israel Will Continue To Act Against The Houthis
Defense
December 22, 2024
From 
Reuters
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gCaptain

Netanyahu Says Israel Will Continue To Act Against The Houthis

JERUSALEM, Dec 22 (Reuters) – Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday Israel would continue acting against the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen, whom he accused of threatening world shipping and the international order, and...
U.S. Coast Guard Heavy Icebreaker Production Decision Expected This Week After Multi-Year Delay
Defense
December 20, 2024
From 
Malte Humpert
 via 
gCaptain

U.S. Coast Guard Heavy Icebreaker Production Decision Expected This Week After Multi-Year Delay

In a major step for the U.S. Coast Guard’s efforts to construct its first heavy icebreaker in 50 years, the production decision by the Department of Homeland Security is expected this week.
Bipartisan SHIPS Act Aims to Revitalize U.S. Maritime Industry, Counter China’s Dominance
Defense
December 19, 2024
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Bipartisan SHIPS Act Aims to Revitalize U.S. Maritime Industry, Counter China’s Dominance

In a landmark move to restore America’s maritime leadership, a bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced comprehensive legislation aimed at rebuilding the nation’s declining shipbuilding and commercial maritime industries. The...
German Lawmakers Approve €4.7 Billion Order for Submarines
Defense
December 19, 2024
From 
Bloomberg
 via 
gCaptain

German Lawmakers Approve €4.7 Billion Order for Submarines

German lawmakers approved the government’s request for €4.7 billion to buy four additional U212CD submarines from Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems GmbH on top of the two already ordered.
Multiple Casualties After Indian Navy Boat Hits Passenger Vessel Off Mumbai
Defense
December 18, 2024
From 
Reuters
 via 
gCaptain

Multiple Casualties After Indian Navy Boat Hits Passenger Vessel Off Mumbai

At least 13 people died when an Indian naval boat collided with a passenger ferry with more than 100 passengers which then capsized off the coast of financial capital Mumbai on Wednesday, officials said.
Hollywood Maverick Tom Cruise Receives Navy’s Top Civilian Honor
Defense
December 18, 2024
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Hollywood Maverick Tom Cruise Receives Navy’s Top Civilian Honor

Tom Cruise, Hollywood legend and the U.S. Navy’s 36th Honorary Naval Aviator, has added another accolade to his storied career—but this time, it’s not for his on-screen performances. The actor...
GAO Report Reveals Massive Waste in Navy’s $3.7B Cruiser Modernization Program
Defense
December 17, 2024
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

GAO Report Reveals Massive Waste in Navy’s $3.7B Cruiser Modernization Program

The U.S. Navy’s ambitious modernization program for its Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruisers has largely failed to meet its objectives, resulting in billions in wasted taxpayer dollars, according to a new Government...
U.S. Military Strikes Houthi Command Center in Yemen’s Capital
Defense
December 16, 2024
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

U.S. Military Strikes Houthi Command Center in Yemen’s Capital

The U.S. military has carried out a precision airstrike on a key command-and-control facility operated by Iran-backed Houthi militants in Sana’a, Yemen’s capital city, according to U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM)....
EU Extends Naval Operation ATALANTA Until 2027 as Somali Piracy Surges in Indian Ocean
Defense
December 16, 2024
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

EU Extends Naval Operation ATALANTA Until 2027 as Somali Piracy Surges in Indian Ocean

The European Council has extended its counter-piracy mission Operation ATALANTA for two more years, coming amid a dramatic resurgence of Somali piracy that has seen 43 incidents in the past...