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April 21, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Slovakia receives first Barak air defense system

Slovakia has inducted the Barak MX under a €560 million deal with Israel Aerospace Industries, with the first battery deployed near critical nuclear infrastructure. The system is capable of...

April 20, 2026
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Air Platforms

India builds system for MiG-29K upgrades

The Indian Navy is enhancing MiG-29K fleet readiness through the NASK 1-29K Ground Automated Test System under Project 45A. This mobile diagnostic platform evaluates avionics, fly-by-wire systems, fuel systems,...

April 20, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Japan offers Mogami frigates to India

Japan has предложed co-production of Mogami-class stealth frigates to India, including design transfer and local manufacturing. The 30FFM frigates feature stealth design, automation, multi-role capabilities, and advanced weapon systems....

April 20, 2026
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Land Platforms

UK Army tests tank-based anti-drone methods

The British Army has tested new counter-drone tactics involving approximately 350 soldiers, focusing on integrating armored vehicles with drone-based surveillance. The system creates a shared digital battlefield picture by...

April 20, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Northrop delivers anti-jam navigation system

Northrop Grumman has delivered the first production unit of its EGI-M system, designed to ensure reliable positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) in GPS-denied environments. The system integrates GPS with...

April 20, 2026
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Land Platforms

EU approves $92M for FAMOUS vehicle program

The European Commission has approved €79 million for Phase 3 of the FAMOUS program, led by Patria, to develop next-generation armored vehicles. With a total budget of €115 million,...

April 20, 2026
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Naval Platforms

BlackBerry, TKMS to supply sub software

BlackBerry’s QNX has partnered with TKMS to supply embedded software for Canada’s CPSP submarine program, which aims to build up to 12 new submarines. The system will function as...

April 20, 2026
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Land Platforms

Indra, IDV sign deal for 34 amphibious vehicles

Spanish firm Indra, in collaboration with IDV, will deliver 34 amphibious combat vehicles based on the SuperAV 8×8 platform. The €374 million program includes troop carriers, command units, recovery...

April 20, 2026
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Air Platforms

Europe plans NH90 Block 2 upgrade study

NHIndustries has secured a €15 million contract from NAHEMA to study the NH90 Block 2 architecture, aiming to extend the platform’s relevance into the 2040s. The focus is on...

April 19, 2026
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Air Platforms

TF KAAN fighter jet explained

Autonomous combat vehicles are designed to operate with minimal human intervention, performing tasks such as reconnaissance, logistics, and combat support. These systems reduce risk to personnel and enhance operational...