Weekly Defense News: Global Military Modernization Readiness

February 9, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

US Army Swarming Ground Robots Contract

The US Army’s contract with Swarmbotics AI reflects growing institutional support for autonomous, swarm-enabled ground systems. By prioritizing attritable sUGVs that can operate cooperatively with minimal human control, the...

February 8, 2026
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Land Platforms

German Defence Exports in 2025

Germany’s 2025 arms export data underscores Europe’s evolving security posture, with Ukraine emerging as the top recipient amid the ongoing war with Russia. Significant purchases by Norway and Sweden...

February 7, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

US Marine Corps 3D-Printed FPV Drone (HANX)

The Marine Corps’ approval of the 3D-printed HANX FPV drone marks a significant step toward secure, in-house unmanned system development. Designed by a Marine and built to meet NDAA...

February 7, 2026
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Air Platforms

UK–Turkey EW Training Cooperation

Babcock International and Aselsan are evaluating a joint approach to meeting the RAF’s future electronic warfare training needs, reflecting the UK’s shift toward preparing aircrews for high-threat, contested environments....

February 6, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Columbia Sub: Backbone of US Nuclear Deterrent

America’s next-generation Columbia-class SSBN will sustain the sea-based leg of the nuclear triad as older Ohio-class boats retire. Equipped with advanced acoustic quieting, secure communications, and a reactor that...

February 6, 2026
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Air Platforms

CH-53K Helicopters Get Elbit Systems Boost

Elbit Systems will equip Israel’s future CH-53K heavy-lift helicopters with advanced command-and-control, avionics, and directional infrared countermeasure systems under a $130-million agreement. The upgrades aim to enhance survivability and...

February 6, 2026
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Land Platforms

Prague Moves to Replace Pandur II Fleet

Prague is advancing plans for a large-scale armored vehicle renewal program aimed at replacing 127 aging Pandur II vehicles. The study under military review highlights domestic and European options,...

February 6, 2026
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Air Platforms

RAF EW Training System Proposed by Partners

The UK’s Babcock and Aselsan are assessing a joint solution to modernize RAF electronic warfare training. Their focus is a scalable system capable of simulating integrated air defense networks,...

February 6, 2026
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Air Platforms

Coast Guard Expands HC-130J Fleet

L3Harris has delivered the US Coast Guard’s 18th HC-130J, missionized with the advanced Minotaur MSS+ system and tailored surveillance equipment. Assigned to Air Station Sacramento, the aircraft supports the...

February 6, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

New Ranger Radar Line Unveiled by FLIR

FLIR’s enhanced Ranger radar variants now provide higher scan rates and reduced blind spots, boosting response time and tracking accuracy for critical security and counter-UAS operations.