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January 5, 2026
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Air Platforms

China Hints at Radar-Energy Harvesting Tech

A research team in China has reported progress on an integrated “smart surface” capable of converting electromagnetic radiation into usable power while simultaneously enabling sensing and communication. By merging...

January 2, 2026
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Air Platforms

South Korea Taps LIG Nex1 for EW Aircraft

LIG Nex1 has been tasked with delivering South Korea’s first stand-off electronic warfare aircraft, a complex platform designed to disrupt enemy command and radar networks at long range. Adapted...

January 1, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Indigenous Kalyani Naval Guns Enter Testing

Kalyani Strategic Systems, a wholly owned subsidiary of Bharat Forge, is advancing toward proof testing of two indigenous naval artillery platforms—a 30mm close-in naval gun and a 76mm medium-calibre...

December 28, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Türkiye Tests Tolun Bunker Buster on F-16

Türkiye has demonstrated a key milestone in indigenous strike capability with the successful F-16 launch of the Tolun guided munition. Originally tested on UAVs, Tolun’s transition to manned aircraft...

December 27, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

SAMP/T NG Test Success Fuels Ukraine Talks

The first operational firing of France’s SAMP/T NG marks a milestone in European air defense modernization. Featuring a new digital command module and the Ground Fire AESA radar, the...

December 24, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Korea Develops Autonomous Naval Teaming Backbone

South Korea is taking concrete steps toward operational manned-unmanned teaming at sea by developing a suite of core technologies for combat unmanned surface vessels intended to operate alongside crewed...

December 23, 2025
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Land Platforms

New Ratel IFV Signals Poland Armor Upgrade

Poland’s new Ratel infantry fighting vehicle highlights a shift toward heavier, more survivable armored platforms. Designed to withstand direct hits from 30 mm cannons at combat distances, the IFV...

December 22, 2025
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Air Platforms

USAF Picks PhantomStrike Radar for VISTA

The US Air Force has chosen Raytheon’s PhantomStrike radar to equip its X-62A Variable In-flight Simulation Test Aircraft (VISTA), marking a significant step in advancing autonomous and AI-enabled flight...

December 21, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

US Marines Trial Red Wolf Missile on AH-1Z

The US Marine Corps has successfully test-fired L3Harris’ Red Wolf launched-effects vehicle from an AH-1Z Viper helicopter, demonstrating low-altitude, long-range strike capability. The trial supports the Corps’ push for...

December 19, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

Lockheed ER GMLRS Breaks 100 km Range

Lockheed Martin has successfully tested its Extended-Range GMLRS rocket, achieving a flight distance of 112 kilometers during a HIMARS launch at White Sands. The test validates improved range, accuracy,...