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August 11, 2025
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UAE, S. Korea boost military ties

In a move underscoring growing defense ties, South Korea and the UAE tested the KF-21 Boramae fighter at Sacheon Air Base, following an April 2025 deal for broad defense...

August 11, 2025
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Australia cleared for ISREW boost

The Pentagon’s Defense Security Cooperation Agency confirmed US State Department approval for a $404 million modernization of Australia’s MC-55A Peregrine fleet. The program will introduce new systems, provide parts,...

August 6, 2025
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Spain Prioritizes European Aircraft Over American F-35 Fighter Jets

Spain has announced it will not acquire the US-manufactured F-35 fighter jets, choosing to pursue European-made aircraft instead, as reported by El Pais and confirmed by the defense ministry....

August 6, 2025
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India Dismisses Interest in Korea’s KF-21 Boramae Combat Aircraft

Despite speculation, India is not considering the South Korean KF-21 Boramae in its ongoing effort to procure 114 advanced jets to replace older fighters. Official statements confirm that the...

August 5, 2025
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Thailand Greenlights Acquisition of Swedish Fighter Aircraft Worth $600 Million

Following border hostilities with Cambodia, Thailand is moving forward with a plan to purchase four JAS 39 Gripen jets from Sweden. Announced as part of a $600M modernization deal,...

August 5, 2025
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Final C-295 Transport Aircraft Handed Over to India by Airbus

Marking a milestone in defense modernization, India has received all 16 C-295 transport aircraft ordered from Airbus in Spain, with further units to be produced within India in partnership...

August 4, 2025
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US Forces to Receive Advanced Multi-Domain Planning Tools From Northrop

Northrop Grumman is developing next-gen mission planning tech for the US military under a $180 million contract. With $115 million going to the Air Force, the systems will support...

August 4, 2025
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New Army Helicopter Nav Tech Unveiled After DC Incident

After a Black Hawk helicopter collided with a jet in DC, killing 67, the US Army is deploying new navigation tech. Around 1,700 Stratus devices will go to helicopter...

July 31, 2025
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China delivers Z-10ME helicopters to Pakistan

China has begun delivering Z-10ME attack helicopters to Pakistan, marking a significant step in Islamabad’s rotary-wing modernization. Though neither country officially confirmed the deal, verified images show the aircraft...

July 31, 2025
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Textron & Leonardo promote M-346N jet

Textron and Leonardo have teamed up to propose the M-346N jet for the U.S. Navy’s Undergraduate Jet Training System. The aircraft is derived from Leonardo’s M-346 trainer, with enhancements...