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UK Allocates $1.3 Billion to New Cyber Warfare Unit and AI-Based Targeting System

The United Kingdom is committing over £1 billion ($1.3 billion) to establish a new Cyber and Electromagnetic Command aimed at enhancing its offensive cyber capabilities and building an AI-driven...

Israel Deploys Laser Weapon in Combat for the First Time

For the first time, Israel has used a high-powered laser weapon in live combat to intercept a kamikaze drone launched by Hezbollah from Lebanon. Developed by Rafael Advanced Defense...

May 30, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

General Atomics to Create Next-Gen GHOST ISR and Strike Drones for U.S.

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI) has landed a $99.3 million contract to build next-generation drones tailored for U.S. intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and strike missions. Although detailed specifications are...

Japan Considering Purchase of Kawasaki K-Racer Drone for Military Transport

Japan is exploring the acquisition of Kawasaki Heavy Industries’ K-RACER drone to boost its military logistics. The interest follows a successful 2024 demo showcasing the drone’s autonomous cargo loading...

Babcock Launches First Type 31 Frigate for Royal Navy in Scotland

Babcock has officially unveiled HMS Venturer (F12), the Royal Navy’s first Type 31 frigate, at its shipyard in Rosyth, Scotland. The event marks the completion of the ship’s three-year...

May 29, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
Mergers & JV

Germany and Ukraine to Jointly Manufacture Long-Range Weapons, Says Merz

During Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced that Germany will collaborate with Ukraine on developing long-range weaponry capable of targeting locations deep within Russian territory....

Czech Firm Reveals Autonomous Ground Drone for Military Supply Operations

Czech company LPP Holding has launched the “Hornet,” a self-operating unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) designed to assist in military logistics tasks such as transporting ammunition and evacuating the wounded....

Hanwha Secures $40 Million Contract for South Korea’s New Air Defense Radar

South Korea’s Hanwha Systems has secured a 54.7 billion won ($39.7 million) contract to develop a prototype multi-function radar (MFR) for the nation’s next-gen Long-range Surface-to-Air Missile II (L-SAM...

May 28, 2025
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Air Platforms
R&D

India Greenlights Prototype Development for Advanced Fighter Aircraft

India has authorized the development of a prototype for its Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), a fifth-generation stealth fighter intended to boost the country’s defense self-reliance. Defense Minister Rajnath...

Sweden Announces $501 Million Military Assistance Package for Ukraine

Sweden has announced its 19th military aid installment for Ukraine, committing 4.8 billion Swedish kronor ($501 million) to support the country’s defense amid ongoing conflict with Russia. Defense Minister...