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February 24, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

General Atomics Expands MQ-9B Firepower

General Atomics’ plan to integrate long-range standoff missiles onto MQ-9B unmanned aircraft significantly expands their operational role. By equipping drones with precision-guided munitions capable of striking targets hundreds of...

February 24, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Taipei Boosts Air Defense Missile Fleet

Taiwan’s interest in acquiring additional NASAMS units underscores its efforts to modernize national air defenses and enhance layered protection. The advanced radar and missile architecture enables simultaneous engagement of...

February 24, 2026
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Cybersecurity

Cyber Marvel Hosts Leonardo Apprentices

Leonardo’s participation in the Defence Cyber Marvel represents a significant milestone in international cyber defense collaboration. During the exercise, Leonardo’s cyber specialists, supported by military mentors, defended complex operational...

February 24, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Molniya Drones Gain Iranian Link Tech

Russia’s deployment of mesh networking modems on its unmanned systems marks a significant step toward improved drone coordination and battlefield data exchange. By linking multiple drone platforms into a...

February 23, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

US Navy to Create Robotics Systems Command

The US Navy plans to establish a dedicated commander role for robotic autonomous systems to better integrate unmanned platforms across sea, air, and cyber domains. This centralized structure aims...

February 23, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Kongsberg Upgrades ‘Listen’ Subsea System

Norway’s Kongsberg has unveiled an advanced underwater sensing system that enhances the detection and mapping of submerged objects. By improving electromagnetic sensing accuracy, the platform supports undersea surveillance, infrastructure...

February 23, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Israel Launches Submarine Parts Plant

Israel has inaugurated its first facility dedicated to producing submarine components, boosting domestic naval manufacturing capability. Built through international cooperation, the plant reduces reliance on imports, strengthens industrial resilience,...

February 22, 2026
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Air Platforms

France Pushes Engine Deal With Fast Delivery

India appears close to addressing one of its most persistent aerospace challenges — indigenous jet engine development. The French proposal stands out for promising complete technology access and local...

February 21, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

European Powers Unveil Affordable Air Defense

Europe is moving toward mass drone warfare concepts through the LEAP initiative, signaling a structural shift away from reliance on expensive interceptor missiles. Inspired by operational realities in Ukraine,...

February 20, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Navy Eyes Missile for Air, Ground Threats

Seeking to modernize its suppression-of-enemy-air-defenses capabilities, the US Navy is exploring a next-generation anti-radiation missile to complement or potentially replace the AGM-88 HARM series. The effort reflects evolving air...