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June 11, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

L3Harris wins VAMPIRE drone defense deal

The US Army has awarded L3Harris a major contract to supply additional VAMPIRE counter-drone systems as part of its layered air-defense strategy. The modular platform combines intelligence, surveillance, targeting,...

June 11, 2026
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Land Platforms

Germany unveils next-gen IRIS-T SHORAD

Diehl Defence has introduced the IRIS-T SLS MK4, an advanced short-range air-defense system that integrates radar, command-and-control functions, missile launchers, and interceptors onto a single highly mobile platform. The...

June 11, 2026
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Land Platforms

Army plans 300 more K-9 Vajra howitzers

The Indian Army is considering a significant expansion of its K-9 Vajra self-propelled howitzer fleet, potentially increasing its inventory to 500 systems. Produced domestically by Larsen & Toubro under...

June 11, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

India orders satellite navigation jammers

India’s Ministry of Defence has contracted Accord Software and Systems to deliver Enhanced Capability Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) jammers for the Indian Navy. The indigenous system is designed...

June 11, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Germany orders 60 GO12 battlefield radars

Germany has selected Thales to supply 60 Ground Observer 12 (GO12) short-range battlefield radar systems to enhance reconnaissance and target-detection capabilities for its armed forces. Designed for highly mobile...

June 10, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Army boosts radar testing infrastructure

The US Army is significantly expanding radar testing and evaluation capabilities through a major infrastructure upgrade at Tobyhanna Army Depot. The modernization program includes additional testing facilities, upgraded calibration...

June 10, 2026
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Land Platforms

UK moves ahead with new machine gun deal

The United Kingdom is moving to ensure the continued operational effectiveness of its L7A2 General Purpose Machine Gun fleet through a long-term sustainment program with Heckler & Koch. The...

June 10, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

UN raises alarm over escalating Middle East crisis

The United Nations has voiced growing concern over the deteriorating security situation in the Middle East as tensions between Iran and the United States continue to intensify. UN Secretary-General...

June 9, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

RTX invests $100M in missile production

RTX is investing $100 million in its Rhode Island facility to expand production and testing capacity for critical air and missile defense technologies. The project will support increased output...

June 9, 2026
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Land Platforms

Switzerland buys 32 RCH 155 howitzers

Switzerland has selected the KNDS Artillery Gun Module (AGM) system to replace its aging M109 self-propelled howitzers, awarding a contract for 32 systems mounted on Piranha IV 10×10 vehicles....