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Overland AI Raises $100M for Autonomous Military Vehicles

US defense robotics firm Overland AI has raised $100 million in new funding to expand deployment of its autonomous ground vehicle technology across the US Armed Forces. The investment...

February 5, 2026
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Milrem Robotics, EOS Partner to Boost UGV Capabilities

Estonian defense technology firm Milrem Robotics has signed a teaming agreement with Australia’s EOS Defence Systems to jointly advance unmanned ground vehicle capabilities and combat autonomy solutions. The partnership...

EU Backs Ukraine Loan to Buy More UK-Made Weapons

European Union member states have agreed that Ukraine can use a new €90-billion ($118 billion) loan facility to purchase a larger share of weapons from close allies such as...

February 4, 2026
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Lockheed Secures $328M US Contract for IRST21 Sensor Systems for Taiwan

The US Department of Defense has awarded Lockheed Martin a $328.5 million Foreign Military Sales contract to equip Taiwan’s Air Force with Legion-ES IRST21 infrared search-and-track sensors. The systems...

February 4, 2026
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South Korea Receives First C-390 Millennium Tactical Airlifter From Embraer

Brazilian aerospace manufacturer Embraer has rolled out the Republic of Korea Air Force’s first C-390 Millennium transport aircraft, marking the completion of final assembly and a significant step in...

February 4, 2026
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BAE Wins Contract for 30 More Amphibious Vehicles for US Marines

BAE Systems has secured a $195 million US Marine Corps contract to produce an additional 30 ACV-30 Amphibious Combat Vehicles, further expanding the service’s next-generation amphibious capabilities. The contract...

February 4, 2026
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Adani–Leonardo JV to Produce Defense Helicopters in India

India’s defense helicopter ambitions advanced with the signing of a strategic partnership between Adani Defence & Aerospace and Leonardo, aimed at creating a domestic manufacturing and sustainment ecosystem to...

February 4, 2026
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French Navy Procures Aliaca VTOL Unmanned System From Airbus

France has selected the Aliaca VTOL uncrewed aerial system, placing the order through Survey Copter, an Airbus Helicopters subsidiary, to enhance naval surveillance and situational awareness. Designated SMDM, the...

February 4, 2026
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US Authorizes Nearly $3B F-15 Support Deal for Saudi Air Force

Sustainment support for the Royal Saudi Air Force’s F-15 fleet moved closer following US State Department authorization of a potential $3 billion Foreign Military Sales agreement. The proposed package...

Nordic Partners Pledge $290M for Ukraine Air Defense Support

Nordic partners Sweden and Denmark have announced a 2.6 billion kronor ($290 million) air defense procurement for Ukraine, as the country continues to face large-scale Russian aerial bombardment. Sweden...