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January 12, 2026
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Air Platforms

Lockheed F-35 Sets New Delivery Record

The F-35 program reached a major milestone in 2025 with Lockheed Martin delivering 191 aircraft, reflecting unprecedented production tempo and sustained global demand. The fleet now supports 12 nations...

January 12, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Sweden Selects Saab Trackfire With C-UAS

Saab has secured a major Swedish defense order to deliver its Trackfire Remote Weapon Station under a SEK 1.5 billion contract aimed at enhancing the country’s amphibious and coastal...

January 12, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

SpaceX Chosen for US Missile Tracking Satellites

SpaceX has secured a series of Pentagon launch contracts to support next-generation missile warning and tracking satellite constellations in low-Earth orbit. Valued at $739 million, the missions will support...

January 12, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

EOS Expands C-UAS Command via MARSS Buy

EOS has announced the acquisition of MARSS Group, significantly enhancing its counter-drone capabilities through the integration of NiDAR command-and-control technology. NiDAR provides a software-defined C2 backbone that connects sensors,...

January 12, 2026
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Air Platforms

Rafale Deal Talks Intensify Ahead of Macron Visit

Negotiations between India and France over a large-scale Rafale fighter acquisition are gaining traction as New Delhi looks to bolster the Indian Air Force’s combat strength. The proposed government-to-government...

January 12, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

NSA Certifies L3Harris Radios for Interoperability

The NSA has authorized L3Harris’ latest Rover ISR terminals for secure use by allied militaries, opening access to encrypted US tactical networks for approved partners. The certification covers the...

January 12, 2026
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Land Platforms

Puma IFV Training Boosted With New Simulators

Germany has awarded Projekt System & Management a €119.5 million contract to supply nine advanced Puma IFV training simulators, with Rheinmetall playing a central role in system electronics. Each...

January 10, 2026
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Air Platforms

Lockheed F-35 Deliveries Hit New Record

The record delivery of 191 F-35 aircraft in 2025 represents more than an industrial achievement; it marks a strategic inflection point in global air combat. With over 1,300 aircraft...

January 9, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Kosovo Adds Turkish OMTAS Anti-Tank Missiles

Kosovo has received an additional shipment of Turkish-made OMTAS anti-tank guided missiles, expanding its inventory of precision weapons as it builds layered defenses against armored threats. The mid-range, fire-and-forget...

January 9, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Spain Deploys Crow Counter-Drone System

Spain has deployed its Crow counter-UAS system to Lithuania in support of NATO’s eastern flank, positioning the capability at Šiauliai Air Base for continuous airspace monitoring. Operated by the...