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June 5, 2026
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Thales RF Weapon Downs 80 Drones

Thales has demonstrated the effectiveness of its RapidDestroyer radio-frequency directed energy weapon during recent testing, successfully neutralizing 80 drones. Designed to counter growing unmanned aerial threats, the system employs...

June 3, 2026
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Beretta Unveils Anti-Drone Shotgun Turret

Beretta Defense Technologies, working alongside Italian company DUALEE, has introduced the LIVET remote-controlled weapon station, an innovative counter-drone system featuring eight shotgun barrels mounted on a single automated turret....

June 1, 2026
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New Tactical Features Added to MAG

FN Herstal has unveiled a new tactical configuration of the renowned FN MAG machine gun aimed at enhancing its effectiveness in modern combat environments where advanced optics and situational...

May 29, 2026
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Battelle backs first new Army grenade in decades

The US Army has advanced modernization of its close-combat munitions portfolio through the introduction of the M111 Offensive Hand Grenade, marking the first new hand-thrown explosive system adopted since...

May 25, 2026
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SSS Defence launches Viper Mach 2 rifle

India’s SSS Defence has unveiled the Viper Mach 2, an upgraded version of its indigenous sniper rifle platform designed for military, special forces, and law enforcement applications. The new...

May 24, 2026
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SSS Defence Delivers G72 SMGs

Bengaluru-based SSS Defence has completed another delivery of its indigenous G72 submachine guns to the Punjab Police, highlighting the increasing adoption of domestically manufactured small arms by Indian law...

May 23, 2026
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India Develops 105mm Gun for Zorawar

India has reportedly initiated development work on an indigenous 105mm cannon intended for the Zorawar Light Battle Tank programme, marking another significant step in the country’s long-term effort to...

May 23, 2026
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Army Develops Indigenous LVCCS

A year after Operation Sindoor highlighted the growing role of precision long-range strike capabilities in modern warfare, the Indian Army has accelerated efforts to digitally integrate and automate its...

May 23, 2026
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BEL Enters Loitering Munition Race

Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has entered the rapidly expanding loitering munition segment, signaling a major diversification of its defense portfolio into autonomous strike systems and network-enabled battlefield technologies. Traditionally...

May 20, 2026
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$24M Deal Covers RCH155 Trials

has been selected by the UK government to conduct testing and assurance work for the British Army’s newly acquired RCH155 self-propelled artillery system under an 18-million-pound contract. The evaluation...