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June 17, 2026
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France advances THUNDART missile program

MBDA and Safran Electronics & Defense are nearing final negotiations to develop THUNDART, a next-generation long-range strike system intended to modernize France’s land-based precision fire capabilities. Designed to engage...

June 17, 2026
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Lockheed, GM team to accelerate defense output

Lockheed Martin and GM Defense have launched a collaborative initiative to examine how commercial automotive manufacturing expertise can enhance defense production efficiency. The partnership will focus on supply-chain resilience,...

June 12, 2026
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Plasan unveils integrated armor package

The Tejas Mk1A fighter aircraft could play a significant role in India’s future air combat doctrine by serving as a platform for advanced networking and collaborative combat operations. As...

June 11, 2026
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Army plans 300 more K-9 Vajra howitzers

The Indian Army is considering a significant expansion of its K-9 Vajra self-propelled howitzer fleet, potentially increasing its inventory to 500 systems. Produced domestically by Larsen & Toubro under...

June 11, 2026
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Germany unveils next-gen IRIS-T SHORAD

Diehl Defence has introduced the IRIS-T SLS MK4, an advanced short-range air-defense system that integrates radar, command-and-control functions, missile launchers, and interceptors onto a single highly mobile platform. The...

June 10, 2026
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UK moves ahead with new machine gun deal

The United Kingdom is moving to ensure the continued operational effectiveness of its L7A2 General Purpose Machine Gun fleet through a long-term sustainment program with Heckler & Koch. The...

June 9, 2026
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Switzerland buys 32 RCH 155 howitzers

Switzerland has selected the KNDS Artillery Gun Module (AGM) system to replace its aging M109 self-propelled howitzers, awarding a contract for 32 systems mounted on Piranha IV 10×10 vehicles....

June 8, 2026
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Italy approved for US assault vehicles

The US State Department has approved a $30.6 million sale of Assault Amphibious Vehicles (AAVs) to Italy, including command and recovery variants. Drawn from former US Marine Corps inventories,...

June 8, 2026
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Saab wins Army vehicle simulator contract

Saab has secured a $22.4 million contract to supply Vehicle Tactical Engagement Simulation System (VTESS) kits for the US Army. The system transforms operational vehicles and weapon platforms into...

June 7, 2026
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AVNL pushes forward BMP-2 replacement plan

India’s Future Infantry Combat Vehicle program is progressing toward the next stage of mechanized warfare modernization. Designed to replace ageing infantry combat vehicles, the platform will feature improved protection,...