Israeli defense company Elbit Systems has secured a major $1.4-billion contract to support a broad military modernization effort for a European customer. The agreement includes autonomous unmanned platforms, software-defined radios, electronic warfare systems, electro-optical targeting equipment, and precision-guided munitions designed to improve battlefield mobility, survivability, and networked combat capability. The deal reflects increasing European investment in integrated warfare technologies and drone-enabled operations as militaries adapt to rapidly evolving operational requirements.
