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January 5, 2026
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Germany Orders 200 Puma IFVs Armed With Spike Missiles

The German Armed Forces have signed a €4.2 billion ($4.92 billion) contract with the Rheinmetall–KNDS Deutschland joint venture for the procurement of 200 Puma infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs). The...

Lockheed to Sustain UAE THAAD Missile Defense System

Lockheed Martin has secured a $142.6 million contract modification to extend sustainment and support services for two Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) batteries operated by the United Arab...

January 5, 2026
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Italy Launches $3.17B Next-Gen Naval Destroyer Program

Italy is set to formally launch the procurement process for two next-generation destroyers for the Italian Navy on February 18, with the program valued at approximately €2.7 billion ($3.17...

ParaZero Secures First DefendAir Contract With Israeli User

ParaZero Technologies has secured its first contract for the DefendAir counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) from a major Israeli defense entity, marking a significant milestone for the Kefar Sava-based company....

January 4, 2026
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Lithuania Approves 100 CV90 MkIV IFVs for NATO Forces

Lithuania’s State Defence Council has approved the acquisition of 100 CV90 MkIV infantry fighting vehicles, marking a decisive shift toward heavier tracked combat formations and deeper NATO interoperability. The...

January 2, 2026
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Boeing Secures $2.73B US Army Apache Support Contract

Boeing has won a $2.73 billion post-production support contract from the United States to sustain the AH-64 Apache attack helicopter fleet through 2030. The long-term agreement reinforces Boeing’s role...

January 2, 2026
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France Orders Two GlobalEye AEW&C Aircraft From Saab Deal

France has formally ordered Saab’s GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft, following a declaration of intent signed in June 2025. The agreement marks a major step in...

Lithuania Buys More Saab Bolide Missiles in $326M Deal

Lithuania has placed a major order with Saab to ensure a sustained supply of Bolide short-range air defense missiles, committing 3 billion Swedish krona ($326 million) to strengthen its...

January 2, 2026
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US Navy Accepts 78th Arleigh Burke Destroyer From HII Fleet

The US Navy has officially accepted the USS Ted Stevens (DDG 128), the 78th Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer, following its delivery from HII Ingalls Shipbuilding. The transfer marks...

December 31, 2025
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France Signs $1.34bn Deal for Saab GlobalEye AEW Jets

France has signed a $1.34 billion contract with Swedish defense company Saab to acquire two GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft, marking a major step in modernizing...