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August 26, 2026
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Seahawk fleet set for major US Navy upgrade

The US Navy is progressing with its long-term MH-60 Seahawk modernization program by selecting industry partners for a prototype effort designed to keep the helicopter fleet capable and adaptable...

August 25, 2026
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Indian engineers unveil flying ground robot

Indian companies ArcanumSpace and Quetzalcoatl are developing ARC ODIN, a hybrid tactical robotic platform designed to overcome obstacles by changing between ground and aerial modes of operation.The system can...

August 25, 2026
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FNSS develops amphibious platform for MUM-T missions

Turkey’s FNSS is developing the İ-ZAHA, a modular unmanned amphibious vehicle intended to reduce personnel exposure during dangerous coastal assault operations. The system combines land mobility with waterborne movement...

Lithuania reinforces Vilnius air-defense shield

Lithuania has repositioned a NASAMS air-defense system near Vilnius, replacing the RBS 70 system previously responsible for protecting the capital. The deployment is intended to strengthen the city’s protection...

August 25, 2026
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Canada launches $8B Arctic icebreaker program

Canada has awarded Chantier Davie an 11.3-billion-Canadian-dollar contract to construct six Polar Class 3 icebreakers for the Canadian Coast Guard. The program is designed to renew Canada’s aging icebreaking...

August 25, 2026
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Norway adds 20 Patria 6×6 vehicles to its fleet

Norway has placed an initial order for 20 Patria 6×6 armored vehicles through the multinational Common Armoured Vehicle System initiative. The vehicles will be configured for command-and-control duties and...

UK boosts Giraffe 1X radar readiness with Saab deal

Saab UK has secured a £1.8 million agreement from the UK’s Defence Equipment and Support organization to support the British military’s Giraffe 1X radar fleet. The contract covers a...

August 24, 2026
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US Navy reveals AIM-424 long-range air-to-air missile

The US Navy has publicly disclosed the AIM-424 Malice, a long-range air-to-air missile intended for fourth-, fifth-, and sixth-generation fighter aircraft. The missile was revealed during the Tailhook Symposium...

August 24, 2026
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Saab reveals new stealth supersonic drone concept

Saab has unveiled a full-scale concept model of A3-001, a proposed stealth-oriented autonomous fighter designed to explore future air-combat requirements. The concept provides an early indication of how the...

August 24, 2026
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Argentina to acquire 235 Stryker armored vehicles

Argentina has signed a letter of acceptance with the United States covering the planned acquisition of 235 Stryker 8×8 armored vehicles for the Argentine Army. The agreement represents a...