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August 24, 2025
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Ukraine to Get 3,350 US ERAM Missiles, 450km Range

Washington has authorized the supply of 3,350 ERAM long-range guided missiles to Ukraine in a package valued at $850 million, with European partners providing most of the financing. Initial...

August 23, 2025
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UK Adds MBDA Land Ceptors in £118M Defence Boost

Britain has awarded MBDA a £118 million contract to supply six Land Ceptor launchers, bolstering the Sky Sabre air defense system amid growing security concerns. The deal, which sustains...

August 21, 2025
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Australia Cleared to Buy 160 US Javelin Missiles

Australia will receive approval to buy 161 Javelin LWCLU launchers, spares, and training gear in a $97.3M US arms deal. These launchers, 30% smaller and 25% lighter than earlier...

August 20, 2025
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US Army, X-Bow Develop New GMLRS Motor

X-Bow Systems and the U.S. Army have launched a $13.9 million project to develop a new GMLRS rocket motor, aiming to improve the reliability and production of critical munitions....

August 20, 2025
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US, German Firms Team Up on Stinger Production

Raytheon and Diehl Defence signed an agreement to co-produce Stinger missile components in Europe. Following surging demand amid drone threats and the Ukraine war, the collaboration enhances regional supply....

August 19, 2025
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Aussie-Built NSM Launchers Gain Export Order

Kongsberg’s Australian subsidiary has won two export contracts worth nearly AU$80 million for NSM systems. Spain and Denmark will receive launchers under a AU$50-million deal, while Poland will acquire...

August 18, 2025
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US Army LTAMDS Radar Excels in Missile Test

The US Army’s LTAMDS radar achieved multiple firsts in a missile test at White Sands, detecting and engaging a target via the Integrated Battle Command System. It marked the...

August 15, 2025
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Taiwan’s New Anti-Carrier Missile Unveiled

Taiwan is pushing a homegrown long-range cruise missile intended to deter and counter broad naval threats. The weapon is expected to reach about 1,000 kilometers, potentially reaching areas housing...

August 14, 2025
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US Navy Awards Raytheon SM-2 Upgrade Job

The Pentagon has hired Raytheon to develop the SM-2 Block IIICU missile, an improved air-defense system worth $258.7 million. The missile is designed to stop modern threats like cruise...

August 13, 2025
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USAF Gets Mock Chinese HQ-22 for Training

The US is building mock versions of China’s HQ-22 air defense missile system for training. The replicas look and act like the real thing but can’t fire. They let...