Weekly Defense News: Global Military Modernization Readiness

February 20, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

FV-014 Destroys Vehicle in Live Demo

Germany’s Rheinmetall is expanding its presence in the loitering munition market with the FV-014, a system capable of precision strikes at distances up to 100 kilometers. The demonstration highlighted...

February 20, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

V2X Wins Spot on $25B DoD Contract

The Pentagon’s ATSP5 program positions contractors such as V2X to compete for modernization projects spanning AI, microelectronics assurance, and advanced system integration. The contract vehicle is expected to play...

February 20, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Navy Eyes Missile for Air, Ground Threats

Seeking to modernize its suppression-of-enemy-air-defenses capabilities, the US Navy is exploring a next-generation anti-radiation missile to complement or potentially replace the AGM-88 HARM series. The effort reflects evolving air...

February 20, 2026
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Soldier Systems

$7B Plan to Expand Italy Armed Forces

Rome is weighing a long-term expansion of its military workforce as NATO members commit to higher defense spending targets. The proposed 60-percent increase in troop numbers would align with...

February 20, 2026
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Land Platforms

Lithuania Largest JLTV User Outside US

Lithuania’s acquisition of 500 JLTVs marks a significant milestone in its NATO-aligned modernization drive. The expanded fleet strengthens mobility and protection as Vilnius increases defense spending and develops a...

February 20, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Navy Hunts Lead for Medium Landing Ship

The Pentagon is shifting toward a commercial contracting model for the Marine Corps’ Medium Landing Ship program, aiming to accelerate production and control costs. By appointing a Vessel Construction...

February 19, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

$9M Defense SATCOM Contract for Gilat

Gilat Satellite Networks has secured a $9-million contract from Israel’s Ministry of Defense to provide and integrate military satellite communications systems. The award, granted to the company’s defense division,...

February 19, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Submarine Comms Deal for US Fleets

L3Harris Technologies has been awarded a major production contract from General Dynamics Electric Boat to supply 26 communications shipsets for US Navy Virginia- and Columbia-class submarines. The systems are...

February 19, 2026
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Air Platforms

Embraer Delivers A-29 to Uruguay

The Uruguayan Air Force has taken delivery of its first two A-29 Super Tucano aircraft from Embraer under a six-aircraft agreement signed in 2024. The contract includes mission equipment,...

February 19, 2026
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Air Platforms

RAAF Orders C-130J Training Devices

Lockheed Martin has secured a US government contract to deliver advanced training systems for the Royal Australian Air Force’s C-130J fleet. The package includes two weapon systems trainers, cockpit...