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March 11, 2025
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Lockheed Martin Reveals Affordable, Scalable Cruise Missiles Designed for Mass Production

Lockheed Martin has introduced the Common Multi-Mission Truck (CMMT), a new, modular air vehicle resembling a cruise missile. Nicknamed “comet,” the system is engineered for high-volume deployment to saturate...

March 5, 2025
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US Investigates Use of 3D-Printed Dark Ceramics in Hypersonic Defense Technologies

Scientists at Purdue Applied Research Institute (PARI) are developing 3D-printed dark ceramics designed for hypersonic vehicles and weapons. These materials can endure extreme temperatures and pressures, making them ideal...

January 21, 2025
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South Korea Greenlights Development of Advanced Long-Range SAM System

South Korea’s Defense Acquisition Program Administration has authorized the development of an advanced version of its Long-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (L-SAM) system. Backed by a 567.7 billion won ($388 million)...

January 13, 2025
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Indonesia has initiated a $450 million defense agreement with India to acquire BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles.

Indonesia has begun formal procedures to acquire BrahMos cruise missiles from India in a deal potentially worth $450 million. As reported by Indian media, the Indonesian Ministry of Defense...

January 3, 2025
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Japan Signs $3.64 Billion Agreement to Acquire 1,200 AMRAAM Missiles from U.S.

The U.S. State Department has approved a proposed $3.64 billion sale of AMRAAM missiles to Japan. The deal includes 1,200 AIM-120D-3 and AIM-120C-8 missiles, as well as several guidance...

December 20, 2024
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Raytheon Showcases Evolution of Standard Missiles from SM-1 to SM-6 for Naval Defense

Raytheon has received a $24.5 million contract modification to procure parts needed to address obsolescence issues in the SM-6 missile production line. The work will support continued manufacturing of...

December 16, 2024
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Trident II D5 Missile: Evolving to Meet New Strategic Threats

Systems Planning and Analysis has been awarded a $7 million contract extension to continue its work on the U.S. Navy’s Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missile system. This extension includes...

December 16, 2024
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BrahMos Aerospace Revisits BrahMos-2K Hypersonic Missile Design After Receiving Feedback

BrahMos Aerospace, in partnership with Russia, is re-evaluating the BrahMos-2K hypersonic cruise missile following feedback highlighting its steep development and unit costs. Originally based on Russia’s 3M22 Zircon and...

December 14, 2024
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Exploring India’s Preference for S-400 Over THAAD: A Detailed Analysis

India’s 2018 decision to procure Russia’s S-400 Triumf air defense system instead of the U.S.-made Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system reflects a strategic shift in its air...

November 28, 2024
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India demonstrates underwater strike capabilities with K-4 missile launch from INS Arighaat.

India successfully conducted a test of the K-4 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) from INS Arighaat, as reported by The Economic Times on November 28, 2024. The trial took place...