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June 11, 2026
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Land Platforms
R&D

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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Land Platforms
R&D

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 10, 2026
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Communication and Electronics
R&D

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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Communication and Electronics
R&D

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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Air Platforms
R&D

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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Missile & Missile Defence
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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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Unmanned Systems
R&D

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 8, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

Taiwan expands naval missile inventory

Taiwan plans to manufacture more than 1,200 Hai Chien II (Sea Sword II) surface-to-air missiles as part of a broader effort to modernize naval air-defense capabilities. Designed for deployment...

June 8, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

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 7, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Private firms may build Pralay missiles

India’s Pralay tactical missile program is gaining strategic importance as the armed forces increase their inventory of precision conventional strike systems. Developed domestically, the missile is designed to engage...