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February 12, 2026
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Europe’s First Private Hypersonic Test

Hypersonica has completed a milestone test flight of a privately funded European hypersonic missile prototype, exceeding Mach 6 and validating onboard systems at extreme speeds. Developed in under nine...

February 12, 2026
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Taipei Boosts PAC-3 Arsenal Funding

Leveraging surplus military procurement funds, Taiwan has purchased over 100 Patriot PAC-3 MSE missiles to reinforce its air defense posture. Further acquisitions are planned under a major special defense...

February 11, 2026
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Next-Gen Seeker Upgrade for EU AAM

Indra has unveiled improvements to the Meteor missile’s communications link, focusing on extended coverage and improved protection against jamming. Submitted for validation to MBDA and program authorities, the enhanced...

February 10, 2026
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Paris Delivers Replacement SAMP/T to Kyiv

Paris has announced it will temporarily replace a radar component of Ukraine’s SAMP/T missile defense system while the original unit is being serviced, safeguarding the system’s operational readiness amid...

February 10, 2026
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New EU Defense JV by Excalibur, Aselsan

Excalibur International and Aselsan have agreed to establish a joint venture focused on delivering integrated defense solutions for international markets. Central to the initiative is the pairing of the...

February 9, 2026
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India–France SCALP Missile Negotiations

India’s move to expand its SCALP cruise missile stockpile reflects operational lessons from Operation Sindoor, where the weapon demonstrated high precision and survivability in contested airspace. The prospective deal...

February 9, 2026
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Diehl Secures Major IRIS-T Deal

Germany has expanded its IRIS-T missile procurement under multiple contracts with Diehl Defence, covering aerial and ground-based variants. The program supports fleet integration on combat aircraft and bolsters short-...

February 4, 2026
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Sweden, Denmark Commit $290M to Ukraine AD

Ukrainian defense innovation received a boost with the unveiling of ARDAL, a new unmanned ground vehicle developed by Frontline Robotics and BUREVII. The mobile platform is equipped with a...

February 3, 2026
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US Army Awards Raytheon Billion-Dollar LTAMDS Production Deal

The US Department of Defense has issued Raytheon a $1.02 billion contract modification to continue production of the Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor for the US Army....

February 3, 2026
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Next-Generation Raytheon Short-Range Interceptor Passes Key Test

Raytheon has announced that its Next Generation Short Range Interceptor, intended as a replacement for the US Army’s Stinger missile, has successfully completed a ballistic test. The internally funded...