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May 29, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Germany and Ukraine to Jointly Manufacture Long-Range Weapons, Says Merz

During Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced that Germany will collaborate with Ukraine on developing long-range weaponry capable of targeting locations deep within Russian territory....

May 28, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Czech Firm Reveals Autonomous Ground Drone for Military Supply Operations

Czech company LPP Holding has launched the “Hornet,” a self-operating unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) designed to assist in military logistics tasks such as transporting ammunition and evacuating the wounded....

May 28, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Hanwha Secures $40 Million Contract for South Korea’s New Air Defense Radar

South Korea’s Hanwha Systems has secured a 54.7 billion won ($39.7 million) contract to develop a prototype multi-function radar (MFR) for the nation’s next-gen Long-range Surface-to-Air Missile II (L-SAM...

May 28, 2025
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Air Platforms

India Greenlights Prototype Development for Advanced Fighter Aircraft

India has authorized the development of a prototype for its Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), a fifth-generation stealth fighter intended to boost the country’s defense self-reliance. Defense Minister Rajnath...

May 27, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Sweden Announces $501 Million Military Assistance Package for Ukraine

Sweden has announced its 19th military aid installment for Ukraine, committing 4.8 billion Swedish kronor ($501 million) to support the country’s defense amid ongoing conflict with Russia. Defense Minister...

May 27, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Finland’s First Pohjanmaa-Class Warship Launched by Rauma Shipyard

Rauma Marine Constructions has floated out the Finnish Navy’s first Pohjanmaa-class multi-role corvette at its shipyard in Satakunta. The vessel has now entered its final outfitting phase and is...

May 27, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Indra Demonstrates AESA Radar on Leopard Tanks for Drone Defense

Spanish defense company Indra has successfully trialed its Nemus AESA radar mounted on Leopard main battle tanks to enhance their effectiveness against contemporary threats, including drones. The radar, known...

May 27, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

Russia Upgrades Iskander Missile to Penetrate Ukraine’s Patriot Defenses

Russia has deployed modified Iskander-M missiles against Ukraine, designed to be harder to intercept by systems like the U.S.-supplied Patriot. According to Ukrainian Air Force spokesman Yurii Ihnat, six...

May 26, 2025
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Cybersecurity

Switzerland Joins Pan-European Cyber Defense Collaboration

The European Union has welcomed Switzerland into the Cyber Ranges Federation (CRF), a multinational program designed to enhance cyber defense capabilities through interconnected national training systems. The CRF promotes...

May 26, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Philippine Coast Guard to Receive 40 Patrol Boats From French Manufacturer

The Philippines has signed an agreement with French shipbuilder OCEA to supply 40 fast patrol boats to strengthen the country’s coast guard fleet. Based on the FPB 110 MK...