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March 9, 2026
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UAE Receives Korean Cheongung-II Interceptors

South Korea is preparing to deliver a batch of Cheongung-II air defense interceptors to the United Arab Emirates following an urgent request from Abu Dhabi as it faces continued...

March 9, 2026
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Hanwha Expands Into Estonian Defense Sector

Hanwha Aerospace has announced plans to invest 100 million euros to expand cooperation with Estonia’s defense sector, including building new industrial infrastructure and strengthening long-term defense partnerships. A key...

March 9, 2026
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Lockheed LRASM Output Gets USAF Funding

Lockheed Martin has received a $53-million contract modification from the US Air Force to expand production of the Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM), a key precision weapon designed for modern...

March 9, 2026
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First Type 12 Long-Range Missiles to Kyushu

Japan has initiated preparations to deploy its enhanced Type 12 long-range surface-to-ship missile system after launchers for the first batch arrived at Camp Kengun in Kumamoto Prefecture. Located on...

March 6, 2026
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$183M Patriot Systems Deal for UAE

Raytheon has secured a $183.7-million contract from the United States government to provide Patriot air defense system hardware and support services for the United Arab Emirates under the foreign...

March 2, 2026
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NASAMS Air Defense Set for Antwerp

Belgium is strengthening homeland air defense by introducing NASAMS missile systems to defend the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, one of Europe’s most strategically important economic hubs. Scheduled for installation in...

February 27, 2026
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USAF Names Leidos Missile AGM-190A

The US Air Force has assigned the designation AGM-190A to Leidos’ Small Cruise Missile, confirming its entry as a recognized strike asset. Nicknamed “Black Arrow,” the 91-kilogram weapon is...

February 25, 2026
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UAE EDGE, Safran Team on Precision Arms

EDGE Group and Safran are teaming up to advance export-ready smart munitions through joint development and production initiatives. Building on Safran’s established technologies, the partnership aims to boost performance...

February 24, 2026
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US Funds Anduril Propulsion Expansion

Anduril Industries’ expanded funding from the US Department of Defense reflects the strategic importance of solid rocket motor manufacturing. The investment supports increased test infrastructure, production tooling, and storage...

February 24, 2026
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Taipei Boosts Air Defense Missile Fleet

Taiwan’s interest in acquiring additional NASAMS units underscores its efforts to modernize national air defenses and enhance layered protection. The advanced radar and missile architecture enables simultaneous engagement of...