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June 9, 2026
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Land Platforms

H145 Helicopter Gets Autonomous Upgrade

Italy is poised to bolster its amphibious force structure after receiving US approval for the acquisition of seven Assault Amphibious Vehicles valued at $30.6 million. The proposed package includes...

June 9, 2026
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Land Platforms

MICA NG Completes First Supersonic Launch

The US Army has awarded Saab a $22.4-million order for its Vehicle Tactical Engagement Simulation System, a solution designed to improve combat training realism and readiness. VTESS employs laser-based...

June 9, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Autonomous UGV Duo Created in One Week

The US Army has selected three major defense companies to support development under the Extended Range Artillery Projectile program, a key modernization effort designed to increase the range and...

June 9, 2026
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Soldier Systems

KNDS Wins Swiss RCH 155-Based Deal

Seeking to deepen cooperation with NATO and reinforce support for Ukraine, Japan has committed $14.7 million to a NATO-managed procurement framework dedicated to acquiring military equipment for Kyiv. Although...

June 8, 2026
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Air Platforms

F-35 strike range boosted with JASSM-ER

Denmark is poised to significantly expand the offensive reach of its F-35 fleet through the acquisition of 200 JASSM-ER cruise missiles from the United States. The long-range standoff weapon...

June 8, 2026
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Land Platforms

US approves AAV sale to Italy

Italy’s acquisition of additional Assault Amphibious Vehicles from the United States will improve command, recovery, and expeditionary support capabilities for its armed forces. The package includes specialized variants designed...

June 8, 2026
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Army expands virtual vehicle training fleet

Saab’s latest contract with the US Army focuses on enhancing combat training realism through the Vehicle Tactical Engagement Simulation System. The technology converts operational military vehicles into interactive training...

June 8, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

ERAP contracts support future firepower

The US Army’s Extended Range Artillery Projectile initiative seeks to revolutionize conventional artillery through precision-guided munitions capable of engaging targets far beyond current ranges. Multiple defense companies are developing...

June 8, 2026
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Soldier Systems

Tokyo contributes to Ukraine procurement fund

Japan’s financial contribution to NATO’s Ukraine support mechanism demonstrates its evolving role in international security cooperation. While limited to non-lethal assistance, the funding complements broader Japanese involvement in humanitarian...

June 6, 2026
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Land Platforms

Zorawar tank to receive enhanced protection

India’s Zorawar Light Tank is set to receive advanced armour enhancements designed to improve protection against modern armour-piercing threats. The upgraded protection package will significantly increase battlefield survivability while...