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April 17, 2026
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Raytheon wins $904M LTAMDS US Army contract

The US Army has awarded Raytheon a $904.6 million contract for low-rate initial production of the Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor (LTAMDS). The agreement includes five radar...

April 17, 2026
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DRDO gets 3-year support for Prithvi-II missile

India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is undertaking maintenance and modernization efforts for the Prithvi-II ballistic missile system to extend its operational life. The program includes a three-year...

April 17, 2026
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US targets 2027 Sentinel ICBM test flight

The United States Air Force and Northrop Grumman are advancing the LGM-35A Sentinel ICBM, with a first flight test planned for 2027 and operational deployment expected in the early...

April 16, 2026
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Dynetics wins $617M US air defense contract

Dynetics has received a $617 million contract from the US Army to produce IFPC Increment 2 systems. The system bridges gaps between short-range defenses and higher-tier systems like Patriot...

April 16, 2026
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Australia tests first locally built GMLRS missiles

Australia has successfully tested its first domestically produced Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) at the Woomera Test Range. The system, capable of precision strikes beyond 70 km, was...

April 16, 2026
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Australia expands missile production with deal

Australia is expanding domestic missile production through a renewed partnership between NIOA and L3Harris Technologies. The initiative focuses on producing rocket motors and warheads under the GWEO program, aiming...

April 15, 2026
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US gives Northrop $475M hypersonic interceptor deal

The US Missile Defense Agency has expanded its contract with Northrop Grumman by $475 million to accelerate the development of the Glide Phase Interceptor, raising the total value to...

April 15, 2026
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Ukraine orders $3.7B Patriot missile interceptors

RTX’s Raytheon has been awarded a $3.7 billion contract to supply additional GEM-T interceptors for Ukraine’s Patriot air defense systems. These interceptors are designed to strengthen protection against a...

April 15, 2026
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India pushes Astra-2, BrahMos-NG for Rafale

India’s negotiations with Dassault Aviation for 114 Rafale aircraft are now focused on securing access to the Interface Control Document (ICD), enabling independent upgrades and integration of indigenous weapons....

April 14, 2026
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Estonia Halts IFV Deal, Shifts to Air Defense

Estonia’s decision to halt its €500 million infantry fighting vehicle replacement program represents a significant shift in defense strategy, prioritizing emerging technologies over traditional heavy platforms. Defense Minister Hanno...