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October 30, 2025
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Italy Orders 29 More AW249 Attack Helicopters

The Italian Ministry of Defence has initiated a parliamentary process to authorize the purchase of 29 additional AW249 Fenice (Phoenix) attack helicopters for the Italian Army. The deal, valued...

October 30, 2025
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GE, Poland Partner for F110 Engine MRO Support

American engine manufacturer GE Aerospace has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Poland’s Military Aviation Works No. 2 (WZL-2) to strengthen the country’s capabilities in F110 engine maintenance,...

October 29, 2025
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Bulgaria, Rheinmetall Open New Ammo Plant for EU

Bulgaria and German defense giant Rheinmetall have signed a €1 billion ($1.1 billion) agreement to establish a major ammunition and gunpowder production facility in the country’s Sopot region. The...

October 29, 2025
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Volatus Buys Caliburn’s Advanced Drone Tech Assets

Canadian aerospace company Volatus Aerospace has finalized the acquisition of advanced remotely piloted aircraft system (RPAS) technologies from UK-based Caliburn Holdings for 2 million Canadian dollars ($1.4 million). The...

October 29, 2025
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Croatia, Slovenia Develop Komodo Air Defense Robot

Croatian robotics firm DOK-ING has partnered with Slovenia’s Valhalla to develop a next-generation unmanned ground combat system combining mobility, firepower, and air defense capabilities. The collaborative platform aims to...

October 29, 2025
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Czech Forces Receive US Gentex Helmets Under NATO Deal

The Czech Republic has chosen US-based Gentex Corporation to provide advanced ballistic helmets and communication headsets as part of a large-scale modernization of its military gear. The contract, valued...

Israel Sends Missile Defense System to African Air Force

BIRD Aerosystems, a leading Israeli defense technology company, has successfully delivered, installed, and commissioned its Advanced Airborne Missile Protection System (AMPS) for an undisclosed African nation. The system has...

October 29, 2025
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Turkey Unveils First Home-Built Altay Battle Tanks

Turkey has officially delivered its first domestically produced BMC Altay main battle tanks to the Turkish Armed Forces, marking a major milestone in the nation’s defense modernization drive. The...

US Army Expands Fleet With Saab Giraffe 1X Radars

The US Army has awarded Swedish defense manufacturer Saab a contract valued at approximately $46 million to deliver an undisclosed number of Giraffe 1X radar systems. The agreement, finalized...

October 28, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
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South Korea, Malaysia Seal Arms Development Deal

South Korea and Malaysia have signed a new defense cooperation agreement that will expand their partnership in weapons development and military modernization. The accord establishes a government-to-government framework for...