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March 2, 2026
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Rolls-Royce Tests F130 Engine for B-52J

Rolls-Royce has completed altitude and operability testing of its F130 engine, clearing a key milestone toward powering the upgraded Boeing B-52J Stratofortress fleet. Conducted at the Arnold Engineering Development...

March 2, 2026
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Belgium to Deploy NASAMS at Antwerp Port

Belgium will install a National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System battery at the Port of Antwerp beginning in 2027 to protect critical industrial and logistics infrastructure. The medium-range system integrates...

UK Warship Downs Drones in Live Drill

The Royal Navy destroyer HMS Duncan successfully countered multiple aerial and surface drone threats during a complex blended live and synthetic exercise conducted off MOD Aberporth. Organized with Fleet...

Macron Outlines French Nuclear Shield for EU

France is preparing to unveil an updated nuclear doctrine outlining how its atomic arsenal could contribute to European security. With growing Russian aggression and concerns over US strategic commitment,...