Weekly Defense News: Global Military Modernization Readiness

June 2, 2025
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Land Platforms

Patria Starts Local Assembly of ASCOD Combat Vehicles

A new cooperation agreement between Patria and GDELS-Santa Barbara Sistemas will bring ASCOD IFV production to Latvia. Their joint work will occur at the Valmiera-based DPL facility, established by...

June 2, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

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...

June 2, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Turkish Naval Expansion Continues With Submarine Launch

The Turkish Navy has marked another step in its modernization efforts with the launch of the TCG Murat Reis, the third unit in the Reis-class submarine fleet. Held at...

June 2, 2025
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Air Platforms

Denmark Equips Pilots With Latest Threat Simulation Tech

Denmark’s Ministry of Defence has procured threat emitter simulators to provide realistic radar threat scenarios for its F-35 pilot training program. These simulators replicate adversary signals and behaviors, improving...

June 2, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Final Assembly Completed: Mogami Frigate Delivered

The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force has received its seventh Mogami-class stealth frigate, the JS Niyodo, during a transfer and commissioning ceremony in Nagasaki by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. The vessel,...

June 2, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

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...

May 30, 2025
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Cybersecurity

UK to invest $1.3 billion in a new offensive cyber unit and an AI-driven targeting network

The UK is investing over a billion pounds ($1.3 billion) to create a new offensive cyber unit and construct an artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled targeting network with the goal of...

May 30, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

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 30, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

For the US, General Atomics Will Create the Next Generation of GHOST ISR/Strike Drones

“General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI) has secured a $99.3 million deal to create next-generation drones for the United States that will carry out intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and attack...

May 29, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Japan is discussing the acquisition of the Kawasaki K-Racer drone for military logistics.

Japan is now discussing the possibility of purchasing the K-RACER drone from Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) in order to assist with military logistics operations. Following a successful 2024 demonstration...