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UK to Allocate $1.3 Billion for New Offensive Cyber Unit and AI-Powered Targeting System

The UK is investing over £1 billion ($1.3 billion) to create a new offensive cyber unit and develop an AI-powered targeting system to enhance its digital warfare capabilities. The...

Israel Deploys High-Energy Laser Weapon in Combat for the First Time

Israel has reportedly used a high-powered laser weapon in combat for the first time, successfully intercepting kamikaze drones launched by Hezbollah from Lebanon. Rafael Advanced Defense Systems released footage...

May 30, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

General Atomics to Build Next-Generation GHOST ISR and Strike Drones for the U.S.

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI) has secured a $99.3 million contract to develop advanced drones for U.S. intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR), and strike missions. While exact specifications remain...

Japan is negotiating the acquisition of the Kawasaki K-Racer drone to support its military logistics operations.

Japan is in discussions with Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) regarding the potential purchase of the K-RACER drone to enhance its military logistics capabilities. According to a spokesperson from KHI...

Babcock Launches Initial UK Type 31 Frigate in Scotland

Babcock has unveiled the Royal Navy’s first Type 31 frigate, HMS Venturer (F12), at its Rosyth facility in Scotland. This milestone signals the end of the ship’s three-year construction...

May 29, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
Mergers & JV

German politician Friedrich Merz announced that Germany and Ukraine plan to collaborate on the joint production of long-range weapons.

During Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced that Germany will assist Ukraine in developing long-range weapons capable of striking deep into Russian territory. The two...

A Czech company has introduced a new autonomous ground drone designed to support military logistics operations.

Czech defense firm LPP Holding has introduced the “Hornet,” an autonomous unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) designed to support military logistics, including tasks like ammunition transport and casualty evacuation. Equipped...

Hanwha Systems has secured a $40 million contract to provide radar systems for South Korea’s upcoming air defense missile program.

Hanwha Systems has been awarded a contract worth 54.7 billion won ($39.7 million) to develop a prototype multi-function radar (MFR) for South Korea’s next-generation Long-range Surface-to-Air Missile II (L-SAM...

May 28, 2025
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Air Platforms
R&D

India has given the green light for the development of a prototype of its next-generation advanced fighter jet.

India has approved the development of a prototype for its fifth-generation Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), marking a significant step in its efforts to strengthen domestic defense production. The...

Sweden has announced a new military aid package worth $501 million for Ukraine.

Sweden has unveiled its 19th military aid package for Ukraine, pledging 4.8 billion Swedish kronor ($501 million) to bolster the country’s defense capabilities. The assistance is aimed at addressing...