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March 23, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Rheinmetall Upgrades Italian Anti-Tank Mines

Rheinmetall and the Italian Ministry of Defence have signed an agreement to modernize a large portion of Italy’s MATS anti-tank mine inventory. The project, led by Rheinmetall’s subsidiary RWM...

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 11, 2026
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Air Platforms

Tablet-Controlled Cargo Helicopter Unveiled

Sikorsky and Robinson Helicopter Company are developing the R66 TURBINETRUCK, an autonomous helicopter designed to transform cargo transport and resupply operations. The aircraft features a modular architecture that allows...

March 11, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

France Launches Angola’s First Corvette

UAE-based EDGE Group and French shipbuilder CMN Naval have launched the first BR71 MK II Combattante-class corvette for the Angolan Navy in Cherbourg, France. The ship, named NRA Ekuikui...

March 11, 2026
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Air Platforms

Turkey Unveils Stand-Off EW Aircraft

Turkey has successfully conducted the maiden flight of its HAVA SOJ stand-off jammer aircraft, marking a significant step in strengthening the nation’s airborne electronic warfare capabilities. Built on the...

March 10, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Rifle Laser Weapon Targets Enemy Drones

Lyocon, a subsidiary of technology firm Nuburu, has completed early testing of a portable directed-energy weapon designed to counter hostile drones in contested airspace. The system uses laser technology...

March 2, 2026
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Land Platforms

First Australia-Built AS9 Huntsman Debuts

Australia has taken another step toward sovereign artillery capability with the rollout of locally manufactured AS9 Huntsman howitzers produced by Hanwha Defence in Victoria. Part of the LAND 8116...

March 1, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Macron Outlines Nuclear

At France’s Ile Longue naval base, Emmanuel Macron will detail plans for strengthening Europe’s nuclear deterrence posture. Discussions include closer coordination with allies and possible deployment arrangements involving French...

February 27, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Norway Debuts Mobile C2 in Container

The US defense sector remains active in expanding autonomous strike effects. AeroVironment continued fielding Switchblade systems, enhancing small-unit precision fire capabilities. At the same time, Shield AI progressed testing...

February 27, 2026
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Soldier Systems

Rheinmetall Unveils Linked Combat Concept

Rheinmetall unveiled an integrated networking architecture combining the Gladius Light soldier ensemble with a mobile observation kit. The solution digitally connects frontline troops with reconnaissance assets, enabling faster decision-making...