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May 5, 2026
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France restarts Scalp Naval production

France is preparing to restart production of its Naval Cruise Missile (NCM), also known as Scalp Naval, to strengthen long-range precision strike capabilities amid rising global security tensions. The...

May 5, 2026
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Lithuania orders additional HIMARS battery

Lithuania has signed a supplemental agreement with the United States to procure an additional battery of High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS), further strengthening its long-range precision strike capability...

May 4, 2026
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US Marines receive Tamir interceptors

Israel’s Missile Defense Organization and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems have delivered the first Tamir interceptors for the US Marine Corps’ Medium-Range Intercept Capability (MRIC) program. The system integrates Iron...

May 4, 2026
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Australia explores local rocket motor output

Australia has formally selected Northrop Grumman to support the establishment of sovereign solid rocket motor (SRM) production capabilities, strengthening domestic missile manufacturing infrastructure. SRMs are essential propulsion systems used...

May 4, 2026
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Israel approves US fighter jet purchase

Israel has approved a multi-billion-dollar acquisition program for new F-35 stealth fighters and F-15IA combat aircraft from the United States. The procurement forms part of the broader “Shield of...

May 2, 2026
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US clears $4B Patriot missile sale to Qatar

The US State Department has approved major defense sales totaling nearly $5 billion, including Patriot missile systems for Qatar and precision-guided weapons for Israel. The $4 billion Patriot package...

April 30, 2026
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THUNDART rocket reaches live fire stage

MBDA and Safran Electronics & Defense have successfully demonstrated the THUNDART rocket system, achieving key milestones within just 18 months. Testing at Île du Levant confirmed structural integrity and...

April 30, 2026
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Raytheon secures $833M ESSM Block 2 deal

The US Navy has awarded Raytheon an $833 million contract to produce additional Evolved SeaSparrow Missile (ESSM) Block 2 systems for 12 allied nations under the NATO SEASPARROW consortium....

April 30, 2026
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Lockheed gets $1B HIMARS production deal

Lockheed Martin has secured a $1.13 billion contract to produce M142 HIMARS systems for the US and allied nations, including Australia, Canada, Estonia, Sweden, and Taiwan. Known for its...

April 28, 2026
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TRIYAM-3D AI air defence system unveiled

Bharat Supply & Support Alliance has introduced the TRIYAM-3D AI-powered counter-drone system, designed to address emerging drone swarm threats. Built on a “Detect, Decide, Destroy” framework, the system integrates...