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April 18, 2026
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122mm GRAD Rockets Ready for Supply

Brahmastra Explosives & Ammunition has announced the immediate availability of extended-range 122mm GRAD rockets capable of striking targets up to 40 kilometers away. The launch comes amid growing global...

April 17, 2026
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Special Forces Arms Trials Begin

EDGE has entered a teaming arrangement with the Brazilian Army to support trials of next-generation rifles for elite units. The assessments will use realistic military ranges and stress-based mission...

April 7, 2026
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Greece Awards $750M Rocket Deal to Elbit

Greece has signed a $750-million contract with Elbit Systems to acquire the Precise & Universal Launching System (PULS), a versatile artillery rocket platform designed to enhance long-range strike capabilities....

April 7, 2026
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Israel Boosts Ammo Output With Elbit Deal

The Israeli Ministry of Defence has signed a $48 million contract with Elbit Systems to manufacture tens of thousands of 155mm artillery shells domestically. This initiative is part of...

April 7, 2026
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CAESAR Howitzer: Mobility Redefines Artillery

The CAESAR self-propelled howitzer represents a shift in artillery doctrine toward mobility, speed, and operational flexibility. Developed by France, this 155mm truck-mounted system combines long-range precision firepower with rapid...

April 6, 2026
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Honeywell, Odys Build Airborne Anti-Drone System

Honeywell has collaborated with Odys Aviation to create an airborne counter-drone defense system, expanding protection beyond ground-based setups. The system integrates Honeywell’s SAMURAI counter-UAS technology with the Laila hybrid-electric...

April 6, 2026
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BAE Wins $145M to Boost M777 Barrel Production

The US Army has awarded BAE Systems a major contract to produce M776 cannon tubes for the M777A2 howitzer, increasing total contract value significantly. This move aims to boost...

April 6, 2026
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India Studies Supersonic Loitering Munition

The Indian Army is developing a new category of supersonic loitering munitions designed to overcome advanced air defense systems. Powered by a ramjet engine, the drone maintains high speeds...

April 6, 2026
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Sheshnag20 Signals India’s Entry Into Drone Swarms

India’s defense sector has advanced with the Sheshnag20 swarm drone system, designed for coordinated, AI-driven operations. Developed by NewSpace Research & Technologies, the system enables multiple drones to function...

April 3, 2026
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Sweden to Spend $900M on Counter-Drone Systems

Sweden has announced a significant investment exceeding $900 million to enhance its air and drone defense capabilities. The funding will support the acquisition of advanced radar systems, anti-aircraft weapons,...