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July 15, 2026
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Poland launches Firehawk helicopter assembly

Production has officially commenced at Lockheed Martin’s PZL Mielec facility in Poland for two Sikorsky S-70 Firehawk helicopters destined for Czechia. Derived from the Black Hawk helicopter, the Firehawk...

July 15, 2026
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Army expands secure radio procurement

L3Harris Technologies has secured additional contracts to deliver Falcon AN/PRC-158C software-defined manpack radios supporting the US Army’s ongoing command-and-control modernization efforts. The advanced communication systems provide secure multi-channel connectivity...

July 15, 2026
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Gentex to supply next-gen Army flight helmets

Gentex Corporation has secured a long-term contract to provide advanced rotary-wing helmet systems supporting US Army aviation personnel. The agreement includes production of HGU-56/P helmets, Apache-specific configurations, replacement components,...

July 15, 2026
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Autonomous convoy trials completed by UK Army

The British Army has completed advanced training focused on autonomous military logistics as part of preparations for multinational experimentation during Project Convergence Capstone 6. Soldiers received practical instruction on...

July 15, 2026
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UK accelerates affordable counter-drone program

The United Kingdom is advancing its counter-unmanned aerial system capabilities by funding the development of next-generation low-cost drone interceptor technologies under the Low Cost Air Defence Effectors (LCADE) initiative....

July 14, 2026
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Colombia rescues 39 from guerrilla captivity

Colombian troops have successfully rescued dozens of civilians after launching an operation against the ELN guerrilla group in the country’s Chocó region. The mission brought freedom to 39 people...