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March 17, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

US Army Drone Output Boosted by Orqa

Orqa has signed an agreement with a US Army facility to scale up production of small unmanned aerial systems, supporting growing demand for drone capabilities. The partnership will see...

March 17, 2026
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Air Platforms

Japan, PNG Included in Defense Talks

Indonesia and Australia are deepening their strategic defense ties through new cooperative frameworks that include Japan and Papua New Guinea. The agreement emphasizes enhanced intelligence sharing and expanded joint...

March 17, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Taiwan Eyes Low-Cost Air Defense

Taiwan is advancing the development of economical air defense systems to counter the growing use of inexpensive attack weapons by potential adversaries. The program focuses on introducing lower-cost interceptors...

March 15, 2026
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Air Platforms

Tejas Mk2 Built for Long Service Life

India’s Tejas Mark 2 fighter represents a major evolution of the Tejas aircraft family and is designed to serve as a medium-weight fighter with improved endurance and combat capability....

March 15, 2026
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Soldier Systems

India Unveils T-12 CUAS Drone Kill System

The increasing use of drones in modern warfare has created an urgent need for effective counter-drone systems. In response to this challenge, SSS Defence has introduced the T-12 Counter-Unmanned...

March 15, 2026
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Air Platforms

MQ-25A Stingray Set to Transform Carrier Air Power

The MQ-25A Stingray represents a significant advancement in modern naval aviation as the first operational unmanned aerial refueling tanker designed for aircraft carrier operations. Unlike traditional drones built for...

March 14, 2026
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Land Platforms

Leopard Tank: Guide to Germany’s Iconic MBT

The Leopard tank has long been considered one of the most respected main battle tanks in the world due to its balance of firepower, mobility, and protection. Developed during...

March 14, 2026
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Land Platforms

India to Retain Half of T-72 Ajeya Fleet Until 2040

The Indian Army has begun a major modernization and life-extension program for its T-72 Ajeya main battle tanks to ensure that a large portion of the fleet remains combat-ready...

March 13, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Greece Signs Four Deals for Combat Drone Program

Greece has signed four new contracts to expand its unmanned aerial capabilities, focusing on combat drone development. The agreements include the creation of kamikaze drones and domestic Category I...

March 13, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Saab Expands Cooperation With Polish Industry

Saab has signed new cooperation agreements with Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa and WB Group to strengthen defense industry collaboration with Poland. The partnership with PGZ focuses on developing submarine maintenance,...