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September 11, 2025
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FN Herstal Shows EVOLYS Gun in UK

FN Herstal has showcased its new EVOLYS machine gun, designed to deliver assault rifle handling with machine gun firepower. Available in 5.56mm and 7.62mm NATO, the EVOLYS offers lighter...

September 9, 2025
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Smartshooter Puts SMASH on HMGs, RWS

Israeli defense company Smartshooter has extended its SMASH fire control system from rifles to heavy machine guns, vehicles, and remote platforms. At Project VANAHEIM, the firm mounted SMASH 3000...

September 8, 2025
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Armored Vehicle Support Hub Planned at US Navy Base

The U.S. Navy has contracted Absher Construction Company to build an armored vehicle support center at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor in Washington. The agreement is valued at $22.8 million, with...

September 8, 2025
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Stealth Drone Rolls Indoors With Warhead by Robotican

Israeli company Robotican has rolled out a strike-capable version of its ROOSTER drone, a system originally conceived for surveillance in dense and complex environments. The new configuration adds precision-guided...

September 8, 2025
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India, TKMS Join Forces for Naval Capability Growth

Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) has strengthened its footprint in India through a series of agreements with local defense companies to jointly produce naval weapons and anti-submarine warfare systems. The...

September 7, 2025
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Falcon Peak Tests Tech vs Small Drone Threats

The U.S. military has launched Falcon Peak, a large-scale trial of counter-drone systems hosted by NORAD and USNORTHCOM at Eglin Air Force Base. Running through Sept. 19, 2025, the...

September 7, 2025
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AeroVironment Adds Mobile Anti-Drone Laser

The U.S. Army’s Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office has received two prototype Laser Weapon Systems designed for counter-drone missions. Built under the Multi-Purpose High Energy Laser (AMP-HEL) effort,...

September 5, 2025
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Polish F-35s, F-16s Get US GBU-39B Bombs

Poland has secured GBU-39/B bombs under a $120M contract with the US, ensuring compatibility with both F-35A and F-16 fleets. The weapons, with 110 km range, boost precision strike...

September 4, 2025
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Army Fields AV’s First Counter-Drone Lasers

The US Army has officially received its first LOCUST laser weapon prototypes from AV, strengthening its ability to counter drone threats. The project is part of the AMP-HEL program,...

September 4, 2025
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Beijing Unveils Its Strongest Laser for Navy

China has introduced the LY-1, a high-power laser weapon, during its latest military parade in Beijing, showcasing its directed-energy advancements. The weapon, seen mounted on an eight-wheeled HZ141 vehicle,...