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March 25, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

L3Harris Boosts VAMPIRE Counter-Drone Output

L3Harris has initiated large-scale production of its VAMPIRE counter-drone system to meet rising global demand. Designed for flexibility, the system can be mounted on various platforms and uses AI-powered...

March 25, 2026
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Land Platforms

Indra, Hanwha to Build Artillery in Spain

Indra Group and Hanwha Aerospace have partnered to co-develop next-generation self-propelled artillery systems for Spain. Based on the K9 Thunder platform, the agreement includes technology transfer and local manufacturing...

March 25, 2026
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Air Platforms

South Korea Unveils First KF-21 Fighter Jet

Korea Aerospace Industries has revealed the first mass-produced model of the KF-21 Boramae fighter jet, marking a major milestone in South Korea’s defense independence. After decades of planning, development...

March 25, 2026
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Soldier Systems

LIG Nex1, Palantir Expand UAE Defense Ties

LIG Nex1 and Palantir have partnered to develop integrated air defense and unmanned systems for the UAE. Combining hardware expertise with advanced data analytics, the collaboration aims to strengthen...

March 25, 2026
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Naval Platforms

CACI Wins $85M Navy Fleet Support Contract

CACI International secured an $85 million contract to provide engineering and technical services for US Navy platforms. The work includes software development, system upgrades, and cybersecurity enhancements. The company...

March 25, 2026
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Land Platforms

Irish Plant Linked to Russia Military Supply

Investigations revealed that Ireland’s Aughinish Alumina, owned by Rusal, has indirect links to Russia’s defense sector through alumina exports. While the trade complies with EU regulations, analysts warn that...

March 25, 2026
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Soldier Systems

Germany Receives Steyr GL-40 Grenade Launchers

Germany has started receiving GL-40 grenade launchers from Steyr Arms as part of an expanded procurement contract. The lightweight 40mm launcher supports both standalone and rifle-mounted use, offering modular...

March 25, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

US Army, Navy Develop AI Translation Tool

The US military is addressing communication barriers by developing a portable AI-powered translation device. This system enables real-time speech-to-speech interaction in multilingual environments, even without internet access. The initiative...

March 24, 2026
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Air Platforms

DRDO Tests ‘Bhaumi’ Weapon for Su-30MKI

India is advancing its strike capabilities with the development of the Bhaumi air-to-surface weapon. Integrated with the Su-30MKI, it is designed for long-range precision attacks on high-value targets while...

March 24, 2026
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Air Platforms

Army Seeks Helicopter-Based Anti-Drone System

India is seeking innovative solutions for helicopter-mounted counter-drone systems under the DISC 14 initiative. These systems will detect and neutralize drone threats using advanced technologies, improving aircraft survivability in...