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June 17, 2026
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THUNDART Program Advances in France

France is moving closer to fielding the THUNDART long-range land strike weapon as MBDA and Safran progress toward a final agreement with defense authorities. Featuring advanced guidance, propulsion, and...

June 17, 2026
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Partnership Targets Faster Military Output

Seeking to improve defense production capacity, Lockheed Martin and GM Defense are evaluating the application of high-volume commercial manufacturing practices to military programs. The effort combines defense expertise with...

June 12, 2026
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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 11, 2026
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India Eyes Major K-9 Vajra Expansion

India is moving closer to one of its most significant artillery modernization efforts in recent years, with plans to procure an additional 300 K-9 Vajra tracked self-propelled howitzers for...

June 11, 2026
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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,...

June 10, 2026
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H&K Set to Supply L7A2 Guns to UK Army

The British government is expected to finalize a decade-long procurement deal with Heckler & Koch for the supply and support of L7A2 General Purpose Machine Guns used across the...

June 9, 2026
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H145 Helicopter Gets Autonomous Upgrade

Italy is poised to bolster its amphibious force structure after receiving US approval for the acquisition of seven Assault Amphibious Vehicles valued at $30.6 million. The proposed package includes...

June 9, 2026
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MICA NG Completes First Supersonic Launch

The US Army has awarded Saab a $22.4-million order for its Vehicle Tactical Engagement Simulation System, a solution designed to improve combat training realism and readiness. VTESS employs laser-based...

June 8, 2026
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US approves AAV sale to Italy

Italy’s acquisition of additional Assault Amphibious Vehicles from the United States will improve command, recovery, and expeditionary support capabilities for its armed forces. The package includes specialized variants designed...

June 8, 2026
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Army expands virtual vehicle training fleet

Saab’s latest contract with the US Army focuses on enhancing combat training realism through the Vehicle Tactical Engagement Simulation System. The technology converts operational military vehicles into interactive training...