Weekly Defense News: Global Military Modernization Readiness

August 23, 2025
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Air Platforms

Lithuanian Air Force Picks Embraer C-390 Fleet

Lithuania will modernize its airlift capability with the purchase of three Embraer C-390 Millennium jets, marking a generational upgrade over its C-27J Spartans. Deliveries are slated before the decade...

August 23, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

UK Adds MBDA Land Ceptors in £118M Defence Boost

Britain has awarded MBDA a £118 million contract to supply six Land Ceptor launchers, bolstering the Sky Sabre air defense system amid growing security concerns. The deal, which sustains...

August 23, 2025
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Air Platforms

French Firm Joins India on Fighter Jet Engine Plan

India is pushing forward with a strategic defense partnership with France to co-develop fighter jet engines, signaling a strong move toward defense self-reliance. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh recently approved...

August 22, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

L3Harris DiSCO EW Tested in Sabre 2025

The L3Harris-developed DiSCO EW system has been used in US-Australia drills to detect enemy radars via connected aircraft and autonomous vessels. The software-driven platform creates a fused electronic warfare...

August 22, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Aerovironment Delivers P550 UAS to Army

The US Army has received initial batches of AeroVironment’s P550 drone, unveiled in 2024. Lightweight yet powerful, it offers autonomy, AI-enabled flight, and VTOL. Capable of sustained five-hour missions...

August 22, 2025
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Missile and Missile Defence

ATHENA Moves Forward in Threat Detection

Northrop’s ATHENA sensor has been cleared for Phase II in the Army’s ITDS program, a successor to existing missile warning systems. ATHENA brings upgraded resolution and processing power to...

August 22, 2025
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Land Platforms

Ukraine to Receive Bastion Vehicles from Arquus

Ukraine will bolster frontline mobility with 50 additional Bastion armored carriers from France’s Arquus. The latest tranche builds on early deliveries and includes vehicles adaptable for multiple missions. Featuring...

August 22, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

PAC-2 Missile Explosion Under Taiwan Probe

A routine live-fire drill in Taiwan saw a PAC-2 missile explode shortly after launch, though a second missile fired correctly. Authorities said an evaluation is underway but provided no...

August 22, 2025
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Land Platforms

Israel to Expand Combat Fleet in Gaza War

Israel’s defense ministry will invest $1.5 billion to enhance tank and armored vehicle production, prioritizing Merkava tanks, Namer APCs, and Eitan 8×8 systems. The effort aims to modernize the...

August 22, 2025
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Soldier Systems

US Army Tests AR, Drone Guns at Border

The US Army is leveraging its border mission to trial advanced gear like IVAS augmented goggles and anti-drone weapons. The IVAS headset integrates thermal, low-light, and navigation tools, while...