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January 13, 2026
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ATN Unveils Sixth-Gen Thermal Optics for Military Use

American Technologies Network (ATN) has unveiled its sixth-generation thermal optics lineup, marking a major advancement in AI-enhanced imaging systems designed for military, law enforcement, and security operations. The new...

January 13, 2026
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Croatian Navy Advances Plans for New Warship Fleet

The Croatian Navy is moving forward with plans to acquire two new corvettes, a major fleet modernization effort valued at between €660 million and €1.6 billion. Once commissioned, the...

January 13, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
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UK to Develop Tactical Ballistic Missiles for Ukraine

The United Kingdom has launched Project Nightfall, a new defense initiative aimed at developing ground-launched tactical ballistic missiles for Ukraine to enhance Kyiv’s long-range strike capabilities against Russian military...

Hawkeye EOSS Selected for Next-Gen Mobile Air Defense

UK-based Chess Dynamics has secured a £1.4 million ($1.8 million) contract to deliver its Hawkeye Electro-Optical Sensor System (EOSS) for integration into mobile air defense platforms. The award highlights...

January 13, 2026
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Air Platforms
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KF-21 Boramae Nears Delivery After Final Flight Tests

South Korea has successfully completed all flight testing of its next-generation KF-21 Boramae fighter jet, marking a major milestone toward operational deployment with the Republic of Korea Air Force...

Saab to Deliver Trackfire RWS With Counter-Drone Tech

Sweden’s Defence Materiel Administration has awarded Saab a contract valued at 1.5 billion Swedish kronor ($162.9 million) to supply Trackfire Remote Weapon Stations (RWS) equipped with counter-drone capabilities. The...

Sweden to Spend $1.6B to Strengthen Air Defenses Plan

Sweden has announced plans to invest 15 billion kronor ($1.6 billion) to strengthen its national air defense capabilities, with a particular focus on protecting civilian infrastructure and other high-value...

US Space Command Selects SpaceX for Missile Warning

The US Space Systems Command has awarded SpaceX a series of contracts to launch next-generation missile warning and tracking satellites into low-Earth orbit, strengthening America’s space-based defense architecture. The...

January 12, 2026
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Land Platforms
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Germany Orders Puma IFV Simulators From KNDS Venture

Projekt System & Management, the joint business venture between KNDS and Rheinmetall, has secured a contract to supply nine Puma infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) firing and combat training systems...

Aeva Launches 360 AI LiDAR for Close-Range Autonomy

California-based sensor technology firm Aeva has unveiled Omni, a new short-range 4D Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) system designed to enhance situational awareness for physical artificial intelligence (AI) platforms....