USNI News Western Pacific Pulse: June 26, 2026
The Pacific's largest wargame, Valiant Shield 26, is underway with significant international attention.
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📍 How it ended
The Boeing MQ-28 Ghost Bat collaborative combat aircraft was deployed to participate in a major Pacific exercise. The aircraft flew alongside U.S. aircraft during Valiant Shield 26.
Epilogue added 55d ago, after coverage quieted.
What happened
Valiant Shield 26, a major military exercise in the Pacific, is currently underway. The event features the participation of the MQ-28 Ghost Bat, a collaborative combat aircraft, marking its first high-stakes deployment. Coverage from The Times of India, The Air Current, and Air & Space Forces Magazine emphasizes the strategic importance of this exercise and the debut of advanced aircraft technology.
The exercise includes preparations for liftoff and various support operations. USNI News provides a pulse update on the activities in the Western Pacific. Watch for updates on the performance of the MQ-28 Ghost Bat and other collaborative combat aircraft during the exercise.
Coverage does not yet specify the duration or key participants of Valiant Shield 26.
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Coverage (6)
- Loads of Support During Valiant Shield [Image 3 of 4] DVIDS · 66d ago
- Getting Ready for Liftoff, HABs in VS26 [Image 4 of 4] DVIDS · 66d ago
- MQ‑28 Ghost Bat to take part in Pacific’s biggest wargame, faces first high-stakes test The Times of India · 66d ago
- The surprising first U.S. deployment of a collaborative combat aircraft The Air Current · 66d ago
- Boeing CCA to Fly with US Aircraft in Pacific Exercise Air & Space Forces Magazine · 66d ago
- USNI News Western Pacific Pulse: June 26, 2026 USNI News · 66d ago
Questions people are asking
What is Valiant Shield 26?
Valiant Shield 26 is a major military exercise taking place in the Pacific.
Which aircraft is making its debut in this exercise?
The MQ-28 Ghost Bat, a collaborative combat aircraft, is participating in Valiant Shield 26 for the first time.
Which outlets are covering this event?
Coverage is provided by The Times of India, The Air Current, Air & Space Forces Magazine, USNI News, and DVIDS.
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