Defense News has been the authoritative voice for the world's defense decision-makers since 1986. Over the years, the publication has tracked every major war, weapon, and watershed moment that shaped the force we have today.
Key events covered by Defense News include the Goldwater-Nichols Act, the end of the Cold War, Desert Storm, and the rise of cyber warfare.
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The publication's coverage has also spanned the evolution of the US military, from the counterinsurgency era to the current focus on great power competition.
As Defense News looks to the future, it will continue to cover the people, programs, and decisions that define global defense, including the emerging role of AI in warfare.
