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June 23, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Estonia Boosts Air Defense Capability With First IRIS-T SLM System

Diehl Defence has completed the delivery of the first IRIS-T SLM medium-range air defense system to Estonia, providing the country with a significantly expanded air defense capability. Stationed at...

June 23, 2026
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Land Platforms

Teledyne Unveils 360-Degree Vision Systems for Military Vehicles

Teledyne FLIR Defense has unveiled three advanced HD vision systems aimed at strengthening vehicle awareness and operational effectiveness across modern combat environments. The company’s latest offering includes the ThermoVision...

June 23, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Thales and Netherlands Invest in Expanded Radar Manufacturing Infrastructure

A new agreement between Thales and the Dutch Ministry of Defence will expand radar testing and manufacturing capabilities in the Netherlands through significant infrastructure investments at the company’s Hengelo...

June 21, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Akash-NG Tuned for Saturation Attacks

The Akash-NG missile defense platform has been specifically refined to defend against coordinated cruise missile barrages supported by electronic warfare and decoy tactics. Compared with its predecessor, the new...

June 21, 2026
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Air Platforms

Japanese Amphibious Aircraft Under US Trials

Japan’s ShinMaywa US-2 amphibious aircraft continues to attract international interest for its unique ability to conduct operations in challenging maritime conditions. Designed for search-and-rescue, transport, and island-support missions, the...

June 20, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Navy Loyal Wingman UCAV Program Advances

HAL and the Indian Navy are developing the N-CATS Warrior Navy, a new carrier-based stealth UCAV designed for loyal wingman operations. Concept imagery indicates that the aircraft may evolve...

June 20, 2026
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Air Platforms

New Engine Could Delay Tejas by Years

Replacing the Tejas Mk1A’s existing F404-IN20 engine would involve far more than a straightforward engine swap, according to aerospace specialists. The fighter’s structure, aerodynamics, flight-control systems, and mission software...

June 20, 2026
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Land Platforms

New WhAP Targets Greater Firepower

The latest iteration of the WhAP 8×8 armored vehicle showcases substantial improvements in firepower, protection, and digital battlefield integration. Developed jointly by DRDO and Kalyani Group, the platform now...

June 19, 2026
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Land Platforms

New MBT Features Robotic Support Vehicles

KNDS has introduced the CAPINT armored warfare concept, a Leopard 2 A8-derived main battle tank tailored for future French Army requirements. Equipped with a powerful 1,500-hp diesel engine, the...

June 18, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

New Drone Warfare Center Planned in UP

New Delhi has authorized funding for a new military drone technology center at IIT Kanpur aimed at accelerating the country’s unmanned systems capabilities. The 5-billion-rupee initiative will serve as...