Gerard O'Dwyer
Gerard O'Dwyer is the Scandinavian affairs correspondent for Defense News.
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Sweden, Finland eye quantum tech leap amid call for official strategy
Nordic defense companies could have a greater share of the world’s quantum computing pie, as Sweden and Finland each aim to advance their capabilities.
Iran likely to reverse-engineer captured US underwater drone
Iran will almost certainly try to pry open the captured drone’s hardware, but the platform's software does carry built-in defenses, analysts say.
Russia sends bones of medieval warrior prince to Ukraine front to boost morale
Bone fragments from the sword hand of a medieval Russian prince who won a famous victory over the Mongols have been sent to the front in Ukraine.
US radar maker Echodyne mulls European production as drone warfare fuels demand
The U.S. radar specialist said it's sensing new business opportunities in Europe, where governments are scrambling to up their counter-drone capabilities.
Anduril doubles down on Poland with autonomous aircraft pitch for F-35, Apache
U.S. tech company Anduril is pitching two drone types to accompany Poland's envisioned fleets of F-35 fighter jets and Apache attack helicopters.
Marines to add thousands to ranks in coming years | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 9.8.26
The Marine Corps seeks to swell its ranks in the next five years. Plus, the Army museum remembers Sept. 11 and those who responded.
Hanwha plans to build armored vehicle carrying a counter-drone laser
Hanwha representatives said the vehicle is fitted with a more powerful version of the stationary Cheongwang laser that protects the presidential compound.
Some 82nd Airborne troops’ deployment extended to one year
Elements of the 82nd Airborne Division will remain in the Central Command area of operations, according to a memo.
Israel and Greece sign $3.5 billion deal for missile defense | Defense Dollars
Athens looks to establish the Achilles Shield missile defense capability in a landmark defense agreement with Israel.
Leonardo Rheinmetall Military Vehicles presents Italian army with tank options
Leonardo Rheinmetall Military Vehicles presents the options for tanks it has on offer to the Italian army, plus other products of the budding joint venture.
