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A Chinese vessel intercepted by the Danish Navy has been detained and implicated in the severing of communication lines in the Baltic Sea. Getty Images

Chinese vessel detained and suspected of Baltic Sea cable destruction

The United States closed its embassy in Kyiv, Ukraine, after officials received information about a possible air attack. Getty Images

US closes embassy in Kyiv over potential Russian air attack

New drones using hydrogen are changing the battlefield and could be the next step in cutting-edge warfare technology. HevenDrones

New drone using hydrogen to win the fight: Weapon of the Week

Recruiting has been a problem for all branches of the military, the Air Force is no different, with not enough pilots to fill roles. DVIDS

Pilot shortage prompts US Air Force to target flexibility in filling roles

This week on Weapons & Warfare, the team dove into a pressing issue facing the U.S. Air Force: the pilot shortage. DVIDS

US Air Force tackles pilot shortage problem: Weapons and Warfare

The United Nations announced that it is resuming aid flights in Haiti about a week after three commercial flights were struck by gunfire. Getty Images

UN resuming Haiti aid flights nearly a week after 3 planes hit by gunfire

The United States Navy just took another major step forward on its path to pair unmanned aircraft with piloted planes. Lockheed Martin

US Navy, partners soar ahead in CCA drone development

Israel Defense Forces

IDF says a majority of weapons seized from Hezbollah are Russian

Two underwater cables have been severed in the Baltic Sea in what German officials are calling an act of 'sabotage.' Getty Images

Critical comms cables cut in Baltic Sea as West warns of Russian ‘sabotage’

President Vladimir Putin has amended Russia's nuclear doctrine, lowering the threshold for using nuclear weapons. Reuters

Russia lowers threshold for using nuclear weapons as war with Ukraine escalates

President-elect Trump said he's preparing to use the military for deportations. He also used the military during his first term. Getty Images

Trump confirms he’ll use military for immigration enforcement, deportations

Donald Trump’s team is reportedly investigating the 2021 U.S. troop withdrawal in Afghanistan and if military leaders could face charges. Getty Images

Trump wants charges for military leaders over Afghanistan withdrawal: Report 

Israeli airstrike targets Iran's Parchin military complex, disrupting nuclear weapons development at Taleghan 2 facility, images show. AP Images

Israeli airstrike destroys Iran’s active nuclear facility

North Korea's Kim Jong Un orders mass production of low-cost, precision "suicide drones" amid growing military ties with Russia. KCNA

Kim Jong Un pushes mass production of suicide drones

Israel is still actively involved in a multi-front war, but President-Elect Trump promised to end wars, not start or extend them. Getty Images

Trump 2.0 could be very different for Israel and its wars

US, Japan, and South Korea hold Freedom Edge drills, showcasing combined military might amid North Korea's escalating provocations. DVIDS

US, Japan, South Korea flex defense capabilities near Korean Peninsula

Human Rights Watch claims Israel has committed war crimes against Palestinians in Gaza. AP Images

Human Rights Watch accuses Israel of war crimes in Gaza

A Palestinian militant group released a new video of Israeli hostage Sasha Troufanov expressing concern about food and water shortages. Reuters

Palestinian militant group releases new video of Israeli hostage held by Hamas

A U.S. jury has awarded 3 survivors of Abu Ghraib $42 million. Reuters

Defense contractor ordered to pay former Abu Ghraib detainees $42 million

The Trump transition team is reviewing a draft executive order that could dramatically change how top military officers are evaluated and removed. If enacted, the proposal would establish a "warrior board" composed of retired senior military personnel tasked with reviewing the leadership of three- and four-star generals and admirals. Officers deemed unfit could be retired within 30 days, bypassing the Pentagon’s traditional promotion and review system. DVIDS

Trump team eyes plan to reshape military leadership: Report

A CIA official is accused of leaking classified military information about Israel's plan of attack against Iran after Tehran launched a barrage of missiles at Tel Aviv on Oct. 1. Getty Images

CIA official arrested, charged with leaking top secret military documents: Report

The People's Republic of China revealed plenty of new tech and weapons at the Zhuhai Airshow, like the J-35A stealth fighter aircraft. Getty Images

China unveils new stealth jet and ‘space-air fighter’

Kyiv faces major Russian attack with missiles and drones, first in over two months, injuring one and causing infrastructure damage. Reuters

Kyiv faces major attack, Crimea bombing kills Russian commander

US Army invests $435M in Kentucky TNT plant, ending reliance on overseas suppliers and boosting national defense capabilities. Getty Images

Army awards $435M contract for Kentucky TNT plant, first in decades