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June 18, 2026
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Air Platforms
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F-35C nears LRASM anti-ship missile capability

The US Navy has completed a major testing milestone for integrating the Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) with the F-35C Lightning II. The testing phase evaluated aircraft performance while carrying...

June 18, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

India clears major drone warfare complex

India has approved a major initiative to accelerate indigenous drone innovation through the establishment of a National Military Drone Technology Hub at IIT Kanpur. The facility will support research,...

June 18, 2026
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

KNDS enhances Leopard 2 A-RC 3.0 concept

KNDS has unveiled the latest Leopard 2 A-RC 3.0 concept featuring a remotely operated turret and reduced crew configuration. The innovative design improves internal space utilization, lowers weight, and...

Marshall joins global Humvee support network

Austria is set to enhance its military transport and operational capabilities through the proposed acquisition of 12 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters. The package includes mission equipment, training, maintenance support,...

June 17, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
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Rheinmetall, ICEYE expand space ISR efforts

Rheinmetall and ICEYE have launched a collaborative initiative to establish an integrated space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance architecture for Germany. By combining satellite imagery, Earth-observation sensors, analytics platforms, and...

June 17, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

US Navy places first Blackbeard missile order

The US Navy has awarded Castellion a contract to deliver early operational Blackbeard hypersonic missiles, supporting the transition of the weapon from development into pre-production. Designed as a cost-effective...

June 17, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Austria cleared to acquire 12 Black Hawks

The United States has approved a potential sale of 12 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters and associated support equipment to Austria. The acquisition is intended to enhance the country’s operational...

June 17, 2026
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Land Platforms
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Lockheed, GM team to accelerate defense output

Lockheed Martin and GM Defense have launched a collaborative initiative to examine how commercial automotive manufacturing expertise can enhance defense production efficiency. The partnership will focus on supply-chain resilience,...

June 17, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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Navantia trials advanced submarine propulsion

Navantia has begun evaluating the air-independent propulsion system destined for Spain’s third S-80-class submarine, marking a major milestone in the country’s submarine modernization program. The innovative system generates hydrogen...

June 17, 2026
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Land Platforms
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France advances THUNDART missile program

MBDA and Safran Electronics & Defense are nearing final negotiations to develop THUNDART, a next-generation long-range strike system intended to modernize France’s land-based precision fire capabilities. Designed to engage...