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June 9, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Blighter to deliver border security radars

Blighter has secured an additional contract from an Eastern European military for its A800 Mk 2 surveillance radar systems. Designed for border security and reconnaissance operations, the radar can...

June 9, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

New autonomous UGV duo built in days

A consortium of six defense companies has rapidly developed an autonomous “Hunter-Killer” unmanned ground vehicle system designed to counter aerial threats. The solution consists of two robotic vehicles working...

June 9, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Rafale completes MICA NG flight launch test

France has achieved another milestone in the development of the MICA NG air-to-air missile following a successful supersonic firing test from a Rafale fighter jet. The trial focused on...

June 9, 2026
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Air Platforms

Airbus H145 evolves into autonomous platform

Airbus has transformed its H145 helicopter platform into the autonomous U145, an uncrewed aircraft designed for logistics, cargo transport, and high-risk missions. The platform removes the traditional cockpit and...

June 9, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Elbit achieves 120-node network milestone

Elbit Systems Sweden has successfully conducted live trials of a 120-node digital battlefield network that connected soldiers, vehicles, sensors, drones, and command centers into a unified operational environment. The...

June 9, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Palladyne, IAI partner on attack drones

Palladyne AI and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) have entered into a strategic partnership to introduce the HARPY, HAROP, and Mini HARPY loitering munition systems to the US defense market....

June 8, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Kongsberg wins $240M missile production deal

The US Air Force has awarded Kongsberg a $240.9 million contract for the second production lot of Joint Strike Missiles (JSMs). Designed specifically for the F-35, the stealth-compatible cruise...

June 8, 2026
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Soldier Systems

Japan backs NATO aid program for Ukraine

Japan has contributed $14.7 million to NATO’s Prioritized Ukraine Requirements List, supporting the procurement of non-lethal military equipment for Ukraine. Beyond financial assistance, Tokyo has expanded cooperation with Ukraine...

June 8, 2026
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Air Platforms

China, Russia push heavy-lift helicopter

Russia and China are moving forward with the Advanced Heavy Lift (AHL) helicopter project, designed to support operations in challenging high-altitude environments such as Tibet. Led by China’s AVIC...

June 8, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Army advances next-gen artillery rounds

The US Army has awarded multiple contracts under its Extended Range Artillery Projectile (ERAP) initiative to develop next-generation 155mm munitions. Participants include General Dynamics, General Atomics, and BAE Systems,...