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June 13, 2025
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Rafael’s Iron Beam 450 Adds Power and Precision With 450mm Director

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has presented its latest defense innovation, the Iron Beam 450, now integrated with a 450-millimeter laser beam director to boost engagement effectiveness. The new upgrade...

June 10, 2025
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Pentagon Deepens Support to Europe With More Anti-Drone VAMPIRE Systems

L3Harris has been awarded a follow-up contract by the US Department of Defense to deliver more VAMPIRE systems to enhance European intelligence and combat readiness. This builds upon a...

June 10, 2025
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Northrop, Marshall Collaborate on British Ground Air Defense Program

Northrop Grumman has partnered with UK-based Marshall to design a candidate for Britain’s future Ground-Based Air Defense system. Their goal is to offer a modern air defense solution built...

June 3, 2025
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Precision Rifle Scopes From Norway Ready for Deployment

The Norwegian military is enhancing its sniper capabilities with a newly signed $9 million contract awarded to Bertel O. Steen Defence & Security. The deal will provide forces with...

June 2, 2025
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Poland Acquires Thousands of Anti-Tank Shells in Defense Deal

In a step to bolster its armored capabilities, Poland has signed a $39.9 million contract with defense manufacturer Mesko for the supply of thousands of 120mm tank shells. The...

June 2, 2025
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Israeli Company Partners With US on Rifle Upgrades

As part of its push for technological superiority, the US Army has contracted SMARTSHOOTER for $13 million to supply its latest handheld fire control systems. The SMASH 2000L, also...

May 30, 2025
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For the first time, Israel uses a strong laser weapon in combat.

“Israel has carried out the first known combat use of a high-powered laser weapon, shooting down kamikaze drones launched by Hezbollah from Lebanon.” A video of the interception was...

May 29, 2025
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According to Merz, Ukraine and Germany will collaborate to manufacture long-range weapons.

During a visit by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Berlin will assist Kyiv in creating novel long-range weaponry capable of reaching targets...

May 23, 2025
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India, Germany reach agreement on a “strategic partnership” for the manufacture of ammunition

Germany’s Rheinmetall and India’s Reliance Defense have inked a memorandum of understanding to work together on the manufacturing of ammunition on a big scale._x000D_ Reliance’s creation of a greenfield...

May 23, 2025
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Ukraine and KNDS cooperate to produce automated rifle ammunition.

Ukraine and KNDS have signed a memorandum of understanding to work together to manufacture medium-caliber ammunition for the military. The agreement covers the production of shells frequently used in...