June, 2026 - Weeklydefencenews

June 13, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

Tejas Mk1A could lead drone operations

While the Tejas Mk1A is primarily recognized for its upgraded sensors, avionics, and combat capabilities, its long-term significance may lie in its potential role as a drone-control and battlefield...

June 13, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

DRDO conducts first NASM-MR missile test

India has reportedly achieved a significant milestone in indigenous missile development with the successful maiden test of the Naval Anti-Ship Missile–Medium Range (NASM-MR). The trial, conducted using a ground-based...

Army acquires Atlas drones and Talon UAVs

India’s growing emphasis on indigenous unmanned systems has led to new Army contracts for Hild Defence and Aerospace’s Atlas heavy-lift attack drone and Talon FPV loitering munition. The Atlas...

June 12, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

Ultra tests next-gen sonobuoy for UK Navy

Ultra Maritime has successfully completed the first waterborne trials of its Multistatic Active Receive Sonobuoy System (MSARS), a new capability developed to support modern anti-submarine warfare operations. The system...

Alta Ares raises $57M for AI defense growth

French-Ukrainian defense technology company Alta Ares has secured €50 million in funding to accelerate production and development of its AI-enabled air defense systems. The company specializes in autonomous detection,...

June 12, 2026
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

Plasan launches three-layer armor solution

Israeli defense company Plasan has launched three new survivability solutions designed to address evolving battlefield threats facing armored vehicles. The ATHENA armor system provides enhanced protection against shaped charges,...

June 12, 2026
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Communication and Electronics
R&D

June 11, 2026
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Land Platforms
R&D

Next-Gen IRIS-T Air Defense Debuts in Germany

Diehl Defence has showcased the IRIS-T SLS MK4, a next-generation mobile short-range air defense system developed to address evolving airborne threats. Presented at the ILA Berlin Air Show 2026,...