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August 1, 2025
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South Korea Deploys Upgraded Missile Shield System

South Korea has finalized the initial deployment of the second phase of its Cheongung-II air defense system, which is capable of intercepting both enemy aircraft and ballistic missiles. Building...

August 1, 2025
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GA-ASI, Tobyhanna Unveil Upgraded MQ-9 Ground Control Capabilities

Tobyhanna Army Depot, in partnership with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI), has launched a new maintenance and overhaul capability for the MQ-9 Reaper’s Ground Control Station. The upgrade allows...

July 30, 2025
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India Begins Constructing AI-Powered Patrol Ship for Coastal Defense

India has officially begun constructing its first patrol vessel equipped with artificial intelligence, aimed at safeguarding maritime borders and executing diverse missions across the nation’s exclusive economic zone. The...

July 29, 2025
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SEAir Chosen to Build Autonomous Surface Vessel in EU Defense Project

French company SEAir has kicked off a European Defence Fund-backed initiative to develop ARROW, an advanced autonomous surface vessel. The 12-meter uncrewed craft was unveiled in Brussels and is...

July 27, 2025
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Germany Integrates “Spy Cockroach” Swarms Into Defense Plans

A German firm, SWARM Biotactics, is pioneering a new approach to covert intelligence and surveillance by transforming live cockroaches into mobile swarm robots. Each insect is equipped with a...

July 24, 2025
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Japan Offers Modernized Mogami-Class Frigate to Australia

Japan has offered an upgraded variant of its Mogami-class frigate, tailored to support US-compatible weapon systems, for Australia’s general-purpose frigate program. Developed by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, the vessel is...

July 24, 2025
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MBDA Enhances MISTRAL 3 Missile to Counter Drones and Fast Boats

MBDA has enhanced its MISTRAL 3 very short-range air defense missile, enabling it to effectively neutralize fast inshore attack craft (FIAC), which pose a growing threat to naval vessels....

July 19, 2025
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Army’s new air vehicle completes test with 10x Hellfire missile range

As part of the ongoing High-Speed Maneuverable Missile (HSMM) initiative, Anduril Industries’ Barracuda-100M AAV has cleared a major developmental hurdle with a series of successful flight demonstrations for the...

July 18, 2025
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Britain debuts futuristic fighter demo with stealth and smart tech

The UK has unveiled a next-generation combat air demonstrator, a technological prototype intended to pave the way for future stealth fighter development. This aircraft concept is engineered to explore...

July 18, 2025
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Boramae program nears milestone with sixth prototype flight in South Korea

South Korea is moving ahead with an ambitious plan to build a fleet of more than 100 KF-21 Boramae fighters by 2030, marking a major leap in its military...