Daily Brief - NATO Tests Naval Drones in Baltic.

• NATO conducts large-scale naval drone trials in the Baltic, assessing their role in maritime defense.

• U.S. Navy Secretary nominee pledges to accelerate shipbuilding, citing urgency in fleet expansion.

• U.S. Army tests a new reconnaissance unit, heavily integrating electronic warfare and drones.

• The OA-1K light attack aircraft is officially named the Skyraider II, reinforcing its special operations mission.

📰 Critical Headline

NATO Conducts Naval Drone Trials in Baltic Sea Demonstration
NATO has launched a large-scale naval drone exercise in the Baltic Sea, testing unmanned surface and underwater vehicles for reconnaissance, mine countermeasures, and force protection. The trial, involving multiple alliance members, is part of NATO’s push to enhance maritime autonomy and counter hybrid threats, particularly in contested waters. The exercise highlights growing investment in unmanned naval warfare, as nations look to leverage autonomous capabilities in future maritime conflicts.

🌍 Situation Report

• U.S. Navy Secretary Nominee Pledges Urgency in Shipbuilding: The nominee for Secretary of the Navy has vowed to bring greater urgency to shipbuilding programs, stressing the need to expand the fleet quickly to meet global threats. With growing concerns about China’s naval expansion, the nominee emphasized the importance of streamlining procurement, investing in workforce capabilities, and modernizing shipyards.
  

• U.S. Army Tests New Drone- and EW-Enabled Scout Unit: The U.S. Army has trialed a new scout reconnaissance unit, designed to leverage drones and electronic warfare tools for battlefield intelligence gathering and counter-drone operations. The experimental unit represents a shift toward more networked and autonomous battlefield operations, increasing situational awareness in future conflicts.
  

• Skyraider II: The OA-1K Light Attack Aircraft Gets Its Official Name: The OA-1K light attack aircraft, designed for U.S. special operations forces, has been officially named the Skyraider II. The aircraft, optimized for close air support, ISR, and austere operations, pays homage to the A-1 Skyraider of the Vietnam War era.

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🔍 Intel Spotlight

Pentagon Pushes for Industry Collaboration on O-RAN for 5G Interoperability
The Pentagon is calling for stronger industry collaboration in developing Open Radio Access Network (O-RAN) technology, crucial for 5G military communications and secure battlefield networking. As global adversaries race to dominate next-generation connectivity, the U.S. is working to ensure secure and interoperable 5G infrastructure that supports multi-domain operations and resilient C2 systems.

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