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Israel approves US fighter jet purchase

Israel has approved a multi-billion-dollar acquisition program for new F-35 stealth fighters and F-15IA combat aircraft from the United States. The procurement forms part of the broader “Shield of...

US clears APKWS sale to Middle East allies

The US State Department has approved multiple foreign military sales of the Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) to Israel, Qatar, and the UAE. Israel and Qatar each requested...

May 4, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Australia explores local rocket motor output

Australia has formally selected Northrop Grumman to support the establishment of sovereign solid rocket motor (SRM) production capabilities, strengthening domestic missile manufacturing infrastructure. SRMs are essential propulsion systems used...

May 4, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
Mergers & JV

Japan, India partner on AI drone project

Japan and India have initiated collaboration on next-generation unmanned aircraft systems capable of autonomous decision-making even in disconnected or jammed environments. The partnership is being led by Tokyo-based Digital...

US Marines receive Tamir interceptors

Israel’s Missile Defense Organization and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems have delivered the first Tamir interceptors for the US Marine Corps’ Medium-Range Intercept Capability (MRIC) program. The system integrates Iron...

Romania clears Airbus H225M helicopter deal

Romania has approved a large-scale defense modernization package valued at approximately €8.3 billion, including the purchase of 12 Airbus H225M Caracal helicopters and advanced radar systems. The helicopters will...

May 4, 2026
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Air Platforms
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May 3, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
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DRDO plans 300 kW laser weapon system

Defence Research and Development Organisation is developing a 300 kW directed energy laser weapon with a range of up to 20 km. Built by Centre for High Energy Systems...