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Marines expand MRZR Alpha vehicle fleet

Australia plans to retire its fleet of Leonardo C-27J Spartan transport aircraft as part of a broader defense strategy focused on long-range strike and surveillance operations. The aircraft, previously...

May 26, 2026
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Boxer IFVs receive new anti-drone suite

The US Navy has awarded Arcfield a multi-year contract to continue supporting submarine combat control systems under the Code 25 program. The effort focuses on the AN/BYG-1 combat system,...

May 25, 2026
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Astra Mk3 Gandiva enters flight test phase

India’s Astra Mk3 long-range air-to-air missile program is entering a crucial testing phase as DRDO prepares for airborne integration and live-fire trials scheduled during 2027–2028. Powered by Solid Fuel...

India develops advanced armor for FRCV tanks

India’s Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory is developing advanced armour systems for the Future Ready Combat Vehicle (FRCV) capable of countering modern armor-piercing kinetic energy threats in the 600–800 mm...

Viper Mach 2 sniper rifle unveiled in India

India’s SSS Defence has unveiled the Viper Mach 2 sniper rifle, an upgraded version of its indigenous precision weapon platform featuring a redesigned chassis, lighter structure, and improved ergonomics....

Thailand orders Airbus C295 airlifters

Thailand has expanded its Airbus C295 tactical transport fleet with an order for two additional aircraft, increasing total fleet strength to five platforms. The aircraft will support troop transport,...

May 25, 2026
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South Korea reveals KAAV II amphibious IFV

South Korea has unveiled the prototype of its next-generation KAAV II amphibious assault vehicle, developed by Hanwha Aerospace to replace the aging KAAV-7A1 fleet. Designed for modern littoral and...

Greece may host C-390 support facility

Embraer has signed an agreement with Greece’s Hellenic Aerospace Industry to explore establishing local maintenance, repair, and overhaul support for the C-390 Millennium transport aircraft. The initiative could allow...

May 25, 2026
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US develops microwave anti-boat weapon

Hanwha Aerospace and Milrem Robotics have partnered to pursue Romania’s unmanned ground vehicle program with a combination of wheeled and tracked robotic systems. The proposed solution includes Hanwha’s GRUNT...

May 25, 2026
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MQ-9 Reapers receive precision strike upgrade

Elbit Systems has received a $212-million US Army order to continue production of Enhanced Night Vision Goggle-Binocular systems through 2028. The ENVG-B combines thermal imaging, image intensification, augmented reality...