August, 2026 - Weeklydefencenews

August 4, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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Japan Coast Guard Gets New Large Patrol Ship

Japan has launched a new large patrol vessel intended to strengthen the Japan Coast Guard’s maritime security, rescue, and law-enforcement capabilities. Mitsubishi Shipbuilding inaugurated JS Yashima (PLH-46) at its...

Thailand Considers India’s BrahMos Missiles

Thailand is exploring the possible purchase of India’s BrahMos supersonic anti-ship missile to enhance the Royal Thai Navy’s ability to deter maritime threats and protect critical sea lanes. The...

IAF Garud Units Set for Advanced Micro UAVs

The US Navy has committed $76.6 billion in new incentive contract modifications to expand production of its Virginia- and Columbia-class nuclear-powered submarine fleets. General Dynamics Electric Boat will receive...

August 3, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

India Targets Indigenous 128mm MLRS Rockets

Lithuania is strengthening its armored warfare infrastructure with plans for a new Leopard 2A8 tank production and maintenance facility in Kaunas. Construction company YIT Lietuva has received a contract...

August 3, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
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India May Build Tridon Mk 2 Air Defense

Australia has advanced its ground-based air-defense modernization efforts with a live-fire test of its Medium-Range Ground-Based Air Defense prototype. Conducted at the Woomera Test Range during Exercise Taipan Strike...

August 3, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
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New Indian UAV Missile Uses SAASM, INS

Taiwan is advancing plans for a new indigenous reconnaissance vehicle intended to improve battlefield awareness and mobility for its ground forces. Developed under the Iron Cavalry Project, 246 vehicles...

August 3, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Akash Production Continues With New Variants

Canberra is moving ahead with infrastructure needed to support its future nuclear-powered submarine fleet, partnering with Gibbs & Cox Australia to design a contingency floating dry dock in Western...

August 3, 2026
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Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

UK RCH 155 Fleet Gets Rheinmetall Weapons

Rheinmetall is strengthening the UK Army’s artillery capabilities after receiving a contract worth several hundred million euros to provide weapon systems for 72 RCH 155 self-propelled howitzers. The order...

August 2, 2026
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Communication & Electronics
R&D

What Is C4ISR? Understanding Modern Battle Networks

New Lithuanian Plant to Support Leopard 2A8 Assembly and SustainmentLithuania is moving to strengthen its armored-vehicle infrastructure with a new Leopard 2A8 production and maintenance plant in Kaunas. YIT...

August 1, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

Dassault Mirage 2000: France’s Combat Workhorse

Australia Tests Integrated Air-Defense Prototype During Taipan Strike 26Australia has advanced development of its Medium-Range Ground-Based Air Defense capability after conducting a live-fire test at the Woomera Test Range....