August, 2026 - Weeklydefencenews

August 10, 2026
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V2X wins $87M Navy F/A-18 support contract

Virginia-based V2X has received an $87 million contract to overhaul SUU-79 pylons used by the US Navy’s F/A-18E/F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft. The pylon is an important...

Australia prepares first AIM-260 missile purchase

Australia is preparing to spend nearly A$736 million, or about $520.1 million, to equip the Royal Australian Air Force with the AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile. Defence Minister Richard...

August 10, 2026
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India joins Europe’s sixth-gen fighter effort

India has begun formal efforts to participate in the French-led Future Combat Air System, a multinational sixth-generation fighter programme. New Delhi has selected FCAS over the Global Combat Air...

August 10, 2026
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Land Platforms
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Germany, Netherlands expand Boxer IFV fleets

ARTEC, the joint venture of KNDS Deutschland and Rheinmetall, has secured a contract to procure 69 additional Boxer RCT30 infantry fighting vehicles for the German and Dutch armed forces....

BrahMos gains momentum in global defense markets

The BrahMos supersonic cruise missile reportedly played a significant role during India’s Operation Sindoor, with its precision, speed and destructive capability contributing to Pakistan’s decision to seek a ceasefire....

August 9, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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Type 212CD: Europe’s new stealth submarine explained

The Type 212CD is a next-generation conventional submarine developed jointly by thyssenkrupp Marine Systems and the Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency for Germany and Norway. Based on the Type 212A,...

August 9, 2026
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India safeguards AMCA design and technology rights

India’s decision to involve private industry in the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft programme represents a major change in defence manufacturing strategy. Companies such as Tata Advanced Systems Limited, Larsen...

August 9, 2026
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Russia expands Su-57 pitch for India

Russia has reportedly outlined a broad package of weapons and unmanned systems that could accompany a future Indian acquisition of the Su-57 stealth fighter. The proposal is presented not...

August 8, 2026
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Japanese F-2s may join first India air exercise

Japan is reportedly preparing to deploy Mitsubishi F-2 fighters to India for a bilateral air exercise. If the deployment takes place, it would mark the first time Japanese F-2...

August 8, 2026
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India weighs a lower-cost long-range cruise missile

India has built a strong missile inventory that includes systems such as BrahMos and the planned LR-LACM. However, modern warfare also highlights the need for affordable weapons that can...