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September 7, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
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USAF Tests Falcon Peak System Against Small Drones

The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) have launched Falcon Peak, a major counter-unmanned aerial system (c-UAS) experiment aimed at boosting U.S. military base...

September 7, 2025
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Naval Platforms
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Venezuela Fields Iranian Peykaap III Boats at Sea

The Venezuelan Navy has reportedly fielded Iranian-made Peykaap III fast attack craft, a move that could shift the naval balance in the southern Caribbean. A circulating online video appears...

China Unveils JL-3 Submarine Missile for U.S. Reach

The Chinese People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) unveiled the JL-3 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) for the first time during Beijing’s Victory Day military parade, marking a milestone in China’s...

Poland Buys US GBU-39B Bombs for F-35 and F-16 Jets

At the MSPO 2025 defense exhibition in Kielce, Poland, Warsaw and Washington signed a contract for the supply of GBU-39/B Small Diameter Bombs (SDB I) to the Polish Air...

September 5, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
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Auterion Launches Nemyx to Link Drone Fleets via AI

US-German software company Auterion has introduced a new system designed to unify drones from different manufacturers into a single, coordinated swarm. Named “Nemyx”, the solution leverages the firm’s AuterionOS...

September 5, 2025
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Naval Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

UK Wins £10B Frigate Deal as Norway Buys Five Type 26s

The United Kingdom and Norway have taken a major step in strengthening European naval defense with the signing of a £10 billion contract for at least five Type 26...

September 5, 2025
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Naval Platforms
Mergers & JV

Korean Shipbuilders Plan Merger for Defense Expansion

South Korean conglomerate HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) has received approval to merge two of its subsidiaries, HD Hyundai Mipo (HMD) and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries...

September 5, 2025
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Naval Platforms
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Leidos Reveals Sea Dagger to Advance UK Naval Autonomy

US-based defense contractor Leidos has unveiled a new concept for a commando insertion craft designed to support the Royal Navy under the UK Commando Force (UKCF) modernization program. The...

September 5, 2025
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Land Platforms
Mergers & JV

GM, BAE, NP Team Up for UK Army Light Vehicle Program

GM Defense, BAE Systems, and NP Aerospace have announced the formation of “Team LionStrike” to compete in the British Army’s Light Mobility Vehicle (LMV) program. The initiative seeks to...

September 5, 2025
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Air Platforms
R&D

Pentagon Delays F-35 Block 4 Upgrade to 2031 Over Costs

The US Department of Defense is facing significant delays in its F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Block 4 modernization program, which is now projected to be completed no earlier than...