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January 8, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

High-Intensity Ground Robot Deployed in Ukraine

Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense has authorized operational use of the Zmiy Droid 12.7 NRK, a domestically developed ground combat robot designed to reduce soldier exposure during high-risk missions. Armed...

January 7, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

China’s Hurricane 3000 Microwave Weapon Revealed

China is gradually revealing details of the Hurricane 3000, a truck-mounted high-power microwave weapon intended to neutralize drones at ranges reportedly surpassing comparable US systems. The system uses radar...

January 7, 2026
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Land Platforms

First Look at US Army M1E3 Abrams Tank Demonstrator

The US Army has unveiled the M1E3 next-generation Abrams tank, showcasing early prototype photos that reveal a slightly lower turret, new sensor windows, and indications of upgraded targeting capabilities....

January 6, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

New Interceptor Chases Drones at 236 km/h

General Cherry has introduced AIR SPEED, a high-velocity drone interceptor now in operational use by Ukrainian forces, designed to counter a wide range of enemy unmanned aerial threats. Capable...

January 6, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Autonomous USV Targets Hazardous Waters

Shift Coastal Technologies has introduced the OceanSled Explorer, an unmanned surface vehicle designed to extend autonomous operations into challenging littoral environments. Measuring 3.6 meters in length and capable of...

January 2, 2026
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Training and Simulation

Marines Expand FPV Drone Force With New Training

The Marine Corps is restructuring its drone training architecture to rapidly scale combat-ready operators as small unmanned systems become integral to modern warfare. Under a new framework, standardized courses...

December 29, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Poland Reveals Blast-Free Counter-Drone System

Poland’s STRATUS anti-drone system introduces a new approach to counter-UAS defense by focusing on electronic disruption rather than physical interception. Developed by scientists at Gdańsk University of Technology, the...

December 29, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Homebuilt Arrowhead 140 Frigate Hits Water

Indonesia’s defense shipbuilding ambitions advanced with the ceremonial launch of KRI Balaputradewa-322, the first Arrowhead 140-class frigate to be constructed domestically for the Indonesian Navy. Built at PT PAL...

December 26, 2025
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Land Platforms

MHI Launches Japan’s Final Mogami-Class Frigate

Japan has completed the physical build phase of its Mogami-class frigate program with the launch of JS Yoshii, the twelfth ship in the series. Constructed by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries,...

December 22, 2025
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Land Platforms

Babcock Launches Jackal 3 Extenda for Army

Babcock has unveiled the first Jackal 3 Extenda High Mobility Transporters from the second production tranche for the British Army. The contract, signed in 2024, covers up to 53...