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US Clears $570M AMRAAM Missile Deal with Netherlands

The United States has approved a possible $570 million foreign military sale to the Netherlands for RTX’s Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM). The deal, requested by Amsterdam, covers...

September 17, 2025
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Naval Platforms
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Spain’s First F-110 Frigate Launched Early by Navantia

Spanish shipbuilder Navantia has launched the F-111 Bonifaz, the first of the F-110-class frigates, marking a major milestone in the modernization of Spain’s naval fleet. The vessel, named after...

September 17, 2025
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Safran Reveals Next-Gen Infrared Binoculars for Europe

Safran has introduced the JIM SHARPHAWK, the latest member of its JIM family of infrared binoculars, designed to replace the widely used JIM Compact model. The new system is...

September 17, 2025
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Training and Simulation
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US-Led Mission Trials X10 Delta Drone for Grenade Drops

The Joint Multinational Training Group–Ukraine (JMTG-U), a US-led mission supporting the training and capability development of Ukrainian forces, has conducted a live-fire trial using drone-based munitions. During the test,...

September 17, 2025
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UK Plans Upgrade to L111A1 Heavy Machine Gun Power

The UK Ministry of Defense has launched a major program to enhance the firepower of its L111A1 heavy machine gun, awarding a £20 million ($27.3 million) contract to FN...

September 16, 2025
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US Clears $3.4B F-16 Fighter Jet Sale Deal with Peru

The US State Department has given its approval for a possible $3.42-billion arms sale to Peru, which includes F-16 Fighting Falcon jets and a wide-ranging support package. Lima has...

September 16, 2025
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Terma Wins Key Naval Deal to Grow in MEA Defense Market

Terma has entered into its largest regional naval contract in the Middle East and Africa through a partnership with Albwardy Damen. The agreement involves supplying a comprehensive package of...

September 16, 2025
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Training and Simulation
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Poland, Ukraine Begin Counter-Drone Drills vs Russia

Poland has announced that it will host joint counter-drone training with Ukrainian specialists, further strengthening bilateral defense cooperation in the face of increasing Russian drone activity. The move follows...

September 16, 2025
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Rafael Unveils Largest Iron Beam Laser Defense System

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has officially introduced the Iron Beam 450 at the DSEI 2025 exhibition, showcasing its most powerful laser-based air defense platform to date. The unveiling highlights...

September 15, 2025
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South Korea Advances KF-21 Jet Toward Stealth Upgrade

South Korea has unveiled a structured plan to upgrade its KF-21 Boramae fighter jet into a next-generation stealth aircraft. The jet, developed by Korea Aerospace Industries, already incorporates partial...