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February 20, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

$6.7M Invested in Nyan Strike Drone

Britain continues expanding its unmanned strike capabilities with the procurement of Callen-Lenz’s Nyan loitering munition. The award aligns with broader UK efforts to accelerate precision drone acquisition and strengthen...

February 10, 2026
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Land Platforms

$185M US Military Parts Deal for Kyiv

Washington has cleared a prospective $185-million defense sale to Ukraine focused on spare parts and sustainment equipment for US-origin systems already in service. The Class IX components will support...

February 9, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

$350M Turkey–Egypt Deal Expands Arms Ties

Ankara and Cairo have finalized a comprehensive defense package worth $350 million, blending military exports with industrial collaboration. Central to the agreement is the sale of the Tolga short-range...

February 9, 2026
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Land Platforms

Kongsberg RWS Selected for CAVS 6×6 Fleet

Under a major European armored vehicle program, Kongsberg will supply hundreds of Protector RS4 remote weapon stations to Patria for integration into German and Swedish CAVS platforms. The modular,...

February 9, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Rafael Wins $250M Vietnam Contract

Vietnam has reportedly secured a $250-million deal with Rafael to domestically produce the Spike Firefly loitering munition under a licensed technology transfer framework. Designed for close-quarters and urban warfare,...

February 9, 2026
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Land Platforms

$300M Patriot Vehicle Deal in SE Asia

A Southeast Asian nation has ordered over 100 Patriot armored vehicles from Excalibur Army under a $300-million agreement. The 4×4 platform, based on Tatra’s distinctive chassis design, provides mobility...

February 5, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

$100M Boost for Overland AI Defense Vehicles

Autonomous systems developer Overland AI announced a $100 million funding round aimed at expanding operational deployment of robotic ground vehicles across U.S. military formations. The financing package, led by...

February 5, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Ukraine May Access EU Loan for UK Weapons

European Union member states have agreed on conditions governing a new 90-billion-euro loan package designed to support Ukraine’s defense and fiscal needs amid ongoing conflict with Russia. Of the...

January 23, 2026
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Air Platforms

Harmattan AI Secures $200M Led by Dassault

Dassault Aviation has strengthened its push into autonomous combat aviation by leading a $200 million investment in Harmattan AI. The partnership focuses on embedding controlled and supervised AI into...

January 21, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Taiwan Details Weapons for $40B Defense Plan

Taiwan has taken a significant step toward clarifying its long-term defense priorities by releasing a detailed list of weapon systems planned under a proposed 1.25-trillion NTD special defense budget....