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February 21, 2026
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Europe’s Military Leaders Launch Low-Cost Air Shield

Five major European military powers — Britain, France, Germany, Italy, and Poland — have launched a joint initiative to rapidly develop affordable drone systems. The LEAP program focuses on...

February 20, 2026
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V2X Wins Spot on $25B Pentagon Contract

V2X has secured eligibility under the Pentagon’s $25 billion Advanced Technology Support Program 5 (ATSP5). The contract vehicle supports modernization initiatives, including AI integration, microelectronics assurance, and system prototyping.

February 20, 2026
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Terra Industries Secures $34M Security Boost

Terra Industries raised $34 million to expand production of autonomous drones and security systems across Africa. Its platforms support infrastructure monitoring, surveillance, and threat response, improving local security resilience.

February 20, 2026
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UK Funds Nyan Kamikaze Drone Project

The UK awarded Callen-Lenz a $6.7 million contract for kamikaze drones, enhancing deep-strike capability and unmanned warfare readiness.

February 20, 2026
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Indra, ELT Partner on Multi-Domain Tech

Indra Group and ELT Group formed a strategic alliance to develop multi-domain defense technologies, focusing on radar, electronic warfare, cyber defense, and spectrum control.

February 19, 2026
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New Danish MQ-9B Squadron Enhances Arctic Watch Capabilities

The Royal Danish Air Force has activated 729 Squadron to boost surveillance coverage in the Arctic and Greenland, assigning it four MQ-9B SeaGuardian unmanned aerial systems. Denmark secured the...

February 19, 2026
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AI-Enhanced Optics From France Boost Ukrainian Drone Capabilities

Bad weather and low visibility may no longer restrict Ukrainian unmanned systems, as Harmattan AI provides a radar solution that can see through fog and darkness. The “Sahara” SAR...

February 17, 2026
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Bulgaria Considers 100+ Greek Centauros Systems

Bulgaria is reportedly considering the acquisition of more than 100 “Centauros” counter-drone systems from Greece under the European Union’s SAFE (Security Action for Europe) defense funding framework. The Centauros...

February 17, 2026
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Boeing to Rebuild US Bunker Buster Stockpile

Boeing has secured a contract exceeding $100 million to produce additional GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrators (MOP) for the U.S. Air Force. The acquisition follows the operational use of the...

February 17, 2026
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REGENT Launches Hybrid Boat-Aircraft Seaglider

US-based REGENT introduced the Squire Seaglider, an unmanned platform that operates just above the water’s surface, combining surface vessel and aircraft characteristics. Designed for maritime missions, the system increases...