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April 17, 2026
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Sentinel ICBM Flight Test Set for 2027

The next-generation Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile is moving toward a planned 2027 flight test as the US prepares to retire the Minuteman III fleet. Designed by Northrop Grumman, Sentinel...

April 17, 2026
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$904M Army Contract for LTAMDS

The US Army has expanded procurement of Raytheon’s LTAMDS radar with a new $904.6 million order covering production systems and support equipment. Developed as the next-generation Patriot sensor, LTAMDS...

April 17, 2026
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Lifecycle Deal Signed for Prithvi-II

DRDO has launched fresh support programs to keep India’s Prithvi-II missile force operational while next-generation systems enter service. A long-term maintenance contract seeks specialized services for continued fleet upkeep,...

April 16, 2026
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NIOA-L3Harris Boost Missile Production

NIOA and L3Harris Technologies have deepened cooperation to manufacture missile components in Australia, supporting the country’s drive for defense self-reliance. Their renewed agreement targets local production of solid rocket...

April 16, 2026
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$617M Air Defense Contract Awarded

Dynetics has received a $617-million US Army contract to continue fielding the IFPC Increment 2 air defense system. The deal covers launcher production, retrofit prototypes, ammunition magazines, training systems,...

April 16, 2026
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First Australian-Made GMLRS Fired

Canberra has conducted the first live-fire test of an Australian-built GMLRS missile, marking a major step in national missile manufacturing capability. The launch took place at Woomera using an...

April 15, 2026
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US gives Northrop $475M hypersonic interceptor contract

The US Missile Defense Agency’s decision to expand its contract with Northrop Grumman for the Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) program reflects a major strategic investment in countering next-generation hypersonic...

April 15, 2026
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Ukraine orders $3.7B Patriot missile interceptors

RTX’s Raytheon securing a $3.7-billion contract to replenish GEM-T missiles highlights the continued importance of air defense systems in modern conflict. These interceptors enhance the Patriot system’s ability to...

April 15, 2026
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India pushes Astra-2, BrahMos-NG for Rafale jets

India’s negotiations with Dassault Aviation for 114 Rafale fighter jets are increasingly focused on securing long-term technological autonomy. A central element is access to the Interface Control Document (ICD),...

April 14, 2026
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$589M Shift to Air Defense, UAVs

Estonia has paused its €500-million infantry fighting vehicle replacement initiative, choosing instead to prioritize investments in drones, air defense, and uncrewed systems as part of a broader transformation of...