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February 11, 2025
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France Commissions KNDS and Safran to Develop Next-Gen Robotic Combat Platform

The French defense procurement agency (DGA) has signed a long-term agreement with KNDS France and Safran Electronics & Defense to research and develop future robotic land warfare capabilities. Known...

January 22, 2025
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Israeli Companies to Integrate Cutting-Edge Robotic Arms on Supply Drones

Israeli defense companies SMARTSHOOTER and HevenDrones have formed a strategic alliance to integrate advanced robotic weaponry into logistics drones. The collaboration involves mounting the SMASH Dragon weapon system onto...

December 23, 2024
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Air Platforms
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IAF and DRDO Start Astra Missile Integration Trials on Su-30 MKI Fighters

The Indian Air Force and DRDO have initiated modifications on six Su-30 MKI fighter jets to integrate the indigenous Astra air-to-air missile system. This upgrade aims to enhance the...

December 16, 2024
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Missile & Missile Defence
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BrahMos Aerospace Revisits BrahMos-2K Hypersonic Missile Design After Receiving Feedback

BrahMos Aerospace, in partnership with Russia, is re-evaluating the BrahMos-2K hypersonic cruise missile following feedback highlighting its steep development and unit costs. Originally based on Russia’s 3M22 Zircon and...

December 14, 2024
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Britain, Italy, and Japan collaborate on creating a future advanced fighter aircraft.

The UK, Italy, and Japan have established a new partnership to create a next-generation supersonic fighter jet by 2035, which will replace the Eurofighter Typhoon. BAE Systems (UK), Leonardo...

December 14, 2024
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Exploring India’s Preference for S-400 Over THAAD: A Detailed Analysis

India’s 2018 decision to procure Russia’s S-400 Triumf air defense system instead of the U.S.-made Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system reflects a strategic shift in its air...

December 12, 2024
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India and the UK partner to co-develop a new fleet of amphibious warships for the Indian Navy.

India’s long-standing plan to acquire amphibious warships (Landing Platform Docks) is gaining momentum. India and the UK are now working together to design and develop electric propulsion systems for...

December 5, 2024
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India and Nigeria Deepen Strategic Defense Ties

During a significant diplomatic visit by the Indian Prime Minister to Nigeria, both countries deepened cooperation in defense, economic growth, and food security through the signing of several key...

December 5, 2024
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Air Platforms
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Japan Selects Beechcraft T-6C Texan II as New Trainer for Air Self-Defense Force

On November 29, 2024, Japan’s Ministry of Defence announced its decision to replace the Fuji T-7 trainers used by the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) with Textron Aviation Defense’s...

November 8, 2024
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EDGE Group and Brazilian Navy Collaborate to Develop Naval Anti-Drone Technology

The UAE-based defense firm EDGE Group has entered into a memorandum of understanding with the Brazilian Navy to co-develop and implement naval counter-drone technologies. The partnership aims to establish...