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June 6, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Rafale tests next-gen MICA NG missile

France has achieved another milestone in the development of the MICA NG air-to-air missile with a successful supersonic launch from a Rafale fighter. The test validated the performance of...

June 6, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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Indian Navy modernizes submarine safety systems

The Indian Navy is upgrading submarine survivability through advanced fire detection, warning, and suppression technologies. New systems will improve hazard identification, automate emergency responses, and strengthen onboard safety measures...

June 6, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

India boosts local Rampage missile production

India is advancing plans to manufacture the Rampage precision strike missile domestically following its successful operational deployment. Known locally as the HSLD-Mk2, the missile offers long-range precision engagement capabilities...

June 5, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
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GRIZZLY launcher completes first drone kill

The rapid proliferation of unmanned aerial threats has accelerated the development of advanced counter-drone systems. Modern defense solutions combine radar sensors, command-and-control software, and precision interceptors to detect, track,...

June 5, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
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Thales directed-energy weapon defeats 80 drones

Directed energy technologies are rapidly emerging as effective solutions against the growing threat posed by unmanned aerial systems. New radio-frequency-based systems are designed to neutralize multiple drones simultaneously by...

June 5, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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HELIOS laser system tested in container setup

Naval and defense planners are exploring containerized laser weapon concepts that can be deployed across a wide range of military platforms. These modular systems are designed to provide flexible...

June 4, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
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Northrop, Apex to Test Space Interceptors for Golden Dome

Defense organizations are increasingly exploring the use of orbital platforms to strengthen missile defense capabilities against emerging strategic threats. Future concepts involve deploying interceptor-equipped satellites capable of identifying, tracking,...

June 3, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Jackal missile clears key flight milestone

Advanced precision-strike weapons are being developed to operate effectively in contested and GPS-denied environments. These systems combine high-speed maneuverability, autonomous flight controls, and rapid-response propulsion technologies to engage targets...

June 3, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

Saab unveils twin-seat Gripen F fighter

A new twin-seat variant of the Gripen fighter aircraft has emerged as an important addition to modern air combat and pilot training capabilities. Developed in partnership with Brazilian industry,...

June 3, 2026
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Land Platforms
R&D

Greece acquires additional V-BAT drones

Greece is strengthening its maritime surveillance capabilities through the expansion of its unmanned aerial vehicle fleet. The vertical takeoff and landing drone platform is designed to conduct intelligence, surveillance,...