THE WAR ZONE

Ukraine Situation Report: Claims Swirl Around Cross-Border Raids Into Russia

Pro-Ukraine forces claim they launched cross-border raids today, while Kyiv subjected Russian energy infrastructure to a major drone attack.

BY THOMAS NEWDICK

6:27 PM EDT MAR 12

Replenishing Missiles Used To Down Houthi Threats Will Require Extra Funding

The Navy’s need to restock missiles it has fired to protect ships in and around the Red Sea underscores larger cost and capacity concerns.

BY JOSEPH TREVITHICK

4:11 PM EDT MAR 12

Russian Small Diameter Bomb-Like Glide Weapon Appears In Ukraine

Russia appears to have introduced a small glide bomb that may be capable of air and ground launch, which could be a major issue for Ukraine.

BY THOMAS NEWDICK, TYLER ROGOWAY

2:55 PM EDT MAR 12

USAF Seeks NGAD Fighter Boost, Navy F/A-XX Investment Slows In New Budget

The Air Force and Navy appear to have prioritized their next generation fighter programs differently in the Pentagon’s 2025 budget request.

BY JOSEPH TREVITHICK

9:40 PM EDT MAR 11