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April 28, 2026
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AI Counter-Drone Trials Begin in Romania

Bucharest has moved closer to deploying a new AI-powered anti-drone capability after testing the Merops counter-UAS system at Romania’s Capu Midia range near the Black Sea. Defence Minister Radu...

April 28, 2026
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New Semi-Auto Shotgun for CUAS Roles

India’s SSS Defence has entered the tactical shotgun segment with the launch of the T12, a semi-automatic 12-gauge platform designed for modern combat and security roles. The magazine-fed weapon...

April 27, 2026
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Dynamatic reveals Super Kaatil munition

Dynamatic Technologies is developing a next-generation loitering munition called “Super Kaatil,” designed for high-speed precision strikes. Unlike traditional systems, it is expected to achieve supersonic speeds with a 100...

April 23, 2026
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Multi-Billion Deal for Loitering Arms

Rheinmetall has secured a significant Bundeswehr contract to provide the FV-014 autonomous reconnaissance and strike drone, strengthening Germany’s growing investment in loitering munitions. Worth around 300 million euros, the...

April 21, 2026
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Maritime Platforms Get Full Kill Chain

Leonardo DRS is integrating its Maritime Mission Equipment Package onto naval vessels to provide an all-in-one counter-drone capability. The system combines maritime radar with electro-optical and infrared sensors to...

April 19, 2026
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NMK-3000 Modernizes India AK Rifles

Kanpur-based defence company MKU has introduced the NMK-3000 series, an upgrade package designed to modernize legacy AK-47 rifles into more capable contemporary platforms. The kits focus on improved ergonomics,...

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...