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June 13, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
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Russia, North Korea Join Forces for Domestic Drone Production

Russia is set to help North Korea begin manufacturing Shahed-series kamikaze drones, originally developed by Iran. These low-cost, high-impact drones have been central to Russia’s strike strategy in Ukraine,...

Sweden Expands Use of BONUS Shells in New $62M Agreement With BAE

BAE Systems has announced a fresh order from Sweden’s military procurement agency to deliver more BONUS smart artillery rounds for the country’s armed forces. The contract, worth nearly $62...

Iron Beam 450: Rafael Rolls Out Next-Gen Laser Weapon With Boosted Range

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has debuted its upgraded Iron Beam 450 laser system, showcasing a major enhancement in power and precision through a 450-millimeter aperture. Compared to the older...

BAE Secures Swedish Defense Contract for Precision 155mm BONUS Munition

BAE Systems has secured a new contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration to deliver additional BONUS precision-guided munitions to the Swedish Armed Forces. The agreement is valued at...

June 12, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Turkey Signs Historic Fighter Jet Export Deal With Indonesia

Ankara will supply 48 Kaan fighter jets to Indonesia in a newly signed agreement valued at $10 billion, Turkish President Erdogan announced. The fifth-generation aircraft, designed and manufactured by...

June 12, 2025
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F-35 Industry Access for Portugal Advanced Through New Lockheed Partnership

Lockheed Martin and Portugal’s AED Cluster have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore industrial participation in the F-35 program, even though Portugal has not opted to procure the...