NATO Industry & Tech: UK’s JET Connectivity is one of just five firms worldwide selected for NATO’s DIANA Mission Track, backing British “sovereign” innovation with funding and mentoring. Nuclear Deterrence: The US is studying expanding nuclear sharing by adding more NATO states to host dual-capable aircraft infrastructure, with Poland and eastern-flank allies reportedly interested. Middle East Escalation: The US carried out “self-defense” strikes on Iranian radar and drone sites after a drone downing; Iran retaliated with attacks on US forces in Kuwait as the Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint. Ukraine War & Defense Industry: Russian long-range strikes hit Ukrainian cities and claimed attacks on defense-industry targets, while Ukraine reported hundreds of drones and missiles intercepted. Missile Defense & Space: Northrop Grumman was selected by the US Space Force to demonstrate space-based interceptors for Golden Dome, aiming for on-orbit capability by 2027. Procurement & Platforms: South Korea’s DAPA is supporting investigations after a Hanwha Aerospace factory blast killed five; the US also awarded L3Harris a $495M Army communications contract modification. Regional Readiness: Indonesia staged an amphibious landing drill in Palu to strengthen maritime security along key sea lanes. Aviation Transfer: US-gifted TH-57 “Sea Ranger” helicopters have arrived in Sri Lanka for training, SAR, and disaster response. AI & Markets: Anthropic filed for an IPO as governments push for control of frontier AI tied to national security. US Military Rules: A draft US defense bill would bar troops and Pentagon civilians from using nonpublic information to bet on prediction markets.