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March 24, 2026
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Canada to Replace C7, C8 Rifles With New Weapons

Canada has awarded Colt Canada a major contract to supply new modular rifles, replacing long-serving C7 and C8 systems. The program will roll out in phases and aims to...

March 23, 2026
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Rheinmetall Upgrades Italian Army Anti-Tank Mines

Rheinmetall has partnered with Italian defense authorities to upgrade a large stockpile of MATS anti-tank mines. The modernization effort focuses on converting them to the MK2 standard, improving both...

March 20, 2026
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Anduril Delivers Altius Loitering Munitions to Taiwan

The US has completed delivery of Altius 600M loitering munitions to Taiwan, strengthening its defensive capabilities amid rising regional tensions. These drones, capable of carrying modular payloads for strike...

March 19, 2026
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US Navy Considers More Hammerhead Mines

The US Navy is expanding its inventory of Hammerhead encapsulated effector systems under contracts with General Dynamics Mission Systems. Designed for anti-submarine warfare, the system autonomously detects and engages...

March 18, 2026
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India Targets 2028 Test for New Loitering Munition

India is accelerating its indigenous defense capabilities through a collaboration between National Aerospace Laboratories and Solar Defence & Aerospace Limited. The project focuses on developing a 150-kg class loitering...

March 18, 2026
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Ananth, EndureAir Develop Indigenous Loitering UAV

Ananth Technologies Private Limited and EndureAir Systems Private Limited have signed a Technology Cooperation Agreement to jointly develop next-generation loitering munitions under the IDDM category. The collaboration combines aerospace...

March 17, 2026
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Baykar Extends Loitering Munition Range to 2,000km

Turkey has taken a significant leap in drone warfare with the introduction of an advanced AI-powered kamikaze drone capable of operating in coordinated swarm formations. Developed by Baykar, the...

March 17, 2026
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US Army Develops Advanced Small Arms Barrels

The US Army is advancing its weapons technology through a partnership with industry leaders to develop a next-generation small arms barrel. This initiative focuses on improving durability and resistance...

March 17, 2026
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EOS Wins Deal for Cannon-Based Anti-Drone System

Electro Optic Systems has secured a $42 million contract to supply its Slinger counter-drone system to a Middle Eastern customer. The system is designed as a cost-effective alternative to...

March 16, 2026
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Counter-drone company Dronetag joins EU-backed defense innovation program

Dronetag has been named one of 20 participants in the second cohort of the European Union Defence Innovation Scheme (EUDIS) Business Accelerator, joining a track focused on counter-drone technologies....