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May 5, 2026
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Naval Platforms

US Navy christens new recovery vessel

The US Navy has christened the USNS Solomon Atkinson (T-ATS 12), the seventh Navajo-class towing, salvage, and rescue vessel designed to support modern maritime recovery and support operations. Named...

May 4, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Israel approves US fighter jet purchase

Israel has approved a multi-billion-dollar acquisition program for new F-35 stealth fighters and F-15IA combat aircraft from the United States. The procurement forms part of the broader “Shield of...

May 4, 2026
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Air Platforms

US clears APKWS sale to Middle East allies

The US State Department has approved multiple foreign military sales of the Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) to Israel, Qatar, and the UAE. Israel and Qatar each requested...

May 4, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Australia explores local rocket motor output

Australia has formally selected Northrop Grumman to support the establishment of sovereign solid rocket motor (SRM) production capabilities, strengthening domestic missile manufacturing infrastructure. SRMs are essential propulsion systems used...

May 4, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Japan, India partner on AI drone project

Japan and India have initiated collaboration on next-generation unmanned aircraft systems capable of autonomous decision-making even in disconnected or jammed environments. The partnership is being led by Tokyo-based Digital...

May 4, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

US Marines receive Tamir interceptors

Israel’s Missile Defense Organization and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems have delivered the first Tamir interceptors for the US Marine Corps’ Medium-Range Intercept Capability (MRIC) program. The system integrates Iron...

May 4, 2026
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Air Platforms

Romania clears Airbus H225M helicopter deal

Romania has approved a large-scale defense modernization package valued at approximately €8.3 billion, including the purchase of 12 Airbus H225M Caracal helicopters and advanced radar systems. The helicopters will...

May 4, 2026
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Air Platforms

France boosts missile production after ops

France is rapidly increasing missile production after military operations in the Middle East exposed critical shortages in ammunition stockpiles. French Air and Space Force operations against drones and missile...

May 4, 2026
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Soldier Systems

India seeks 159 armored carriers for forces

India has launched a procurement initiative for 159 bulletproof troop carriers to support the Indian Army’s Rashtriya Rifles units operating in high-risk counterinsurgency regions. The vehicles are intended for...

May 4, 2026
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Air Platforms

Saab delivers new Gripen jets to Hungary

Hungary has officially received the first two JAS 39 Gripen C supersonic combat aircraft from Saab under a 2024 agreement aimed at strengthening national and NATO air policing capabilities....