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May 5, 2026
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Patriot Missiles Set for Epic Fury

Raytheon has been awarded a significant contract worth $441.6 million to deliver Patriot GEM-T missile interceptors for Operation Epic Fury. This agreement builds on an existing multi-billion-dollar procurement framework...

May 5, 2026
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Scalp Naval Boosts Deep-Strike Capability

France is set to revive manufacturing of the Scalp Naval missile as part of efforts to enhance strategic strike capabilities. Initially introduced in 2017, the missile program faced a...

May 5, 2026
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US Signs HIMARS Deal With Lithuania

Lithuania is expanding its artillery capabilities through a new agreement with the United States for additional HIMARS units. Valued at $280 million, the package includes launch systems, various missile...

May 2, 2026
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$4B Patriot Air Defense Deal Approved

The US government has cleared two significant arms deals aimed at bolstering the capabilities of its allies in the Middle East. A $4 billion agreement will supply Qatar with...

April 30, 2026
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THUNDART rocket reaches live fire stage

MBDA and Safran Electronics & Defense have successfully demonstrated the THUNDART rocket system, achieving rapid development from concept to testing within 18 months. Trials conducted at Île du Levant...

April 30, 2026
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Raytheon secures $833M ESSM Block 2 deal

The US Navy has awarded Raytheon an $833 million contract to produce additional Evolved SeaSparrow Missile (ESSM) Block 2 systems for 12 allied nations under the NATO SEASPARROW consortium....

April 30, 2026
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Lockheed lands $1B HIMARS production deal

Lockheed Martin has secured a $1.13 billion contract to produce M142 HIMARS for the US and allied nations, including Australia, Canada, Estonia, Sweden, and Taiwan. Known for its precision...

April 28, 2026
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Autonomous Gatling Gun Counters Swarms

India’s indigenous counter-drone sector has advanced with the unveiling of TRIYAM-3D, a new AI-enabled autonomous defense system from Bharat Supply & Support Alliance. Designed for modern aerial threats, the...

April 27, 2026
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Russia offers Kalibr missile to India Navy

Russia has proposed its 3M-14E Kalibr-PL cruise missile to the Indian Navy for submarine-based land-attack capability. With a range of up to 1,500 km, it exceeds India’s requirements and...

April 26, 2026
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VL-SRSAM nears induction for Indian Navy

The VL-SRSAM missile system, developed by DRDO for the Indian Navy, has entered pre-induction trials with enhanced capabilities. It now offers nearly 80 km range, Mach 4.5 speed, and...