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February 17, 2026
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Saudi Arabia Orders Armed C-27J MPA

Leonardo has secured an order from Saudi Arabia for four C-27J Maritime Patrol Aircraft, marking the first procurement of the MPA variant with integrated maritime weapon capability. Deliveries to...

February 17, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
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Safran, BEL to Build HAMMER Weapons in India

Safran and Bharat Electronics Limited will establish a 50:50 joint venture to produce the HAMMER (AASM) precision-guided munition in India. The initiative supports India’s self-reliance goals and will supply...

February 17, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
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REGENT Launches Hybrid Boat-Aircraft Seaglider

US-based REGENT introduced the Squire Seaglider, an unmanned platform that operates just above the water’s surface, combining surface vessel and aircraft characteristics. Designed for maritime missions, the system increases...

February 16, 2026
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Ukraine Expands Digital Market for Ground Robots

Ukraine has expanded its DOT Chain Defence digital marketplace to allow frontline units to directly procure ground robotic systems. Previously limited to specific programs, unmanned ground vehicles for evacuation,...

February 16, 2026
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Europe Launches 500km+ One-Way Drone Project

Defense ministers from Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Poland, and Sweden have signed a letter of intent under the European Long-range Strike Approach (ELSA) to develop a low-cost loitering...

February 16, 2026
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Greek Navy Picks S-100 for FDI Frigates

The Hellenic Navy has acquired Schiebel’s Camcopter S-100 unmanned air systems for deployment aboard its new FDI frigates, beginning with HS Kimon. Additional systems will equip HS Nearchos and...

February 16, 2026
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US Army Tests Apache With Anti-Drone Round

The US Army has conducted live-fire testing of an AH-64 Apache attack helicopter equipped with the new 30×113mm XM1225 Aviation Proximity Explosive round, developed to counter unmanned aircraft systems...

February 16, 2026
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NATO Signs $237M Rheinmetall Ammo Deal

The NATO Support and Procurement Agency has initiated procurement of 120mm tank ammunition from Rheinmetall under a 2025 framework agreement valued at approximately €200 million. The rounds will replenish...

February 16, 2026
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R&D

Akeron Missile: Europe’s Tactical Strike Guide

Developed by MBDA from the MMP and MHT programs, the Akeron missile family represents a fifth-generation, network-enabled precision strike system. Consolidated under the Akeron brand in 2022, it includes...

Estonia Orders 12 More Caesar Howitzers

Estonia has contracted France and KNDS for 12 additional Caesar self-propelled 155mm howitzers, supplementing a prior order of 12 units. Deliveries are scheduled within the year, equipping the new...