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May 27, 2026
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India launches long-term military roadmap

India has unveiled its long-term “Defence Forces Vision 2047” roadmap aimed at transforming the country’s military into a more integrated, technology-driven force over the next two decades. The strategy...

May 18, 2026
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Faster Delivery Drives UK Reforms

Britain is planning major changes to its defense procurement framework that would financially reward contractors for timely performance and innovation while lowering profit protections for low-risk projects. The reforms...

May 16, 2026
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US cancels deployment of 4,000 troops

The United States has canceled its planned deployment of approximately 4,000 troops to Poland as part of a broader restructuring of American military forces in Europe. US officials confirmed...

May 14, 2026
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Elbit Wins $212M Night Vision Deal

The US Army has awarded Elbit Systems a $212-million delivery order to continue producing Enhanced Night Vision Goggle-Binocular systems through 2028, strengthening the service’s battlefield visualization and low-light combat...

May 12, 2026
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Army Orders More SMARTSHOOTER Devices

Israeli firm SMARTSHOOTER has secured a $10.7-million follow-on contract to provide SMASH 2000LE fire-control systems to the US Army. The AI-enabled systems combine computer vision, advanced tracking, and networking...

May 9, 2026
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$52B EU Loan to Modernize Poland Army

Poland has signed a landmark agreement with the European Commission under the SAFE programme, unlocking nearly 44 billion euros in preferential defence financing. The package is intended to reinforce...

April 30, 2026
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Leidos secures $456M support deal

Leidos has secured a $456-million contract to continue managing Military OneSource, a critical platform serving US military personnel and their families. Awarded via the General Services Administration, the four-year...

April 29, 2026
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Waveguide Display System for Defense

Vuzix has entered into a new customer-funded agreement to develop an advanced waveguide display system for military use. The contract supports the continued development of a head-mounted display that...

April 28, 2026
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Germany Orders Infantry Kits

Rheinmetall has secured a major German contract to expand the Bundeswehr’s Infantry Soldier of the Future – Enhanced System program. Valued at over 1 billion euros, the award covers...

April 23, 2026
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New Field Test Launched by US Army

The US Army is implementing a new Combat Field Test to ensure soldiers in combat specialties meet physical standards more closely aligned with battlefield realities. Starting this month, active-duty...