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November 25, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
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Ukraine Unveils Combat Robot Built From ‘Protector’

Ukraine has taken a major leap in unmanned warfare by upgrading its Protector unmanned ground vehicle with a new combat-ready configuration. The once logistics-oriented UGV has been outfitted with...

November 25, 2025
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Naval Platforms
Mergers & JV

$5.2B UK-Indonesia Pact Strengthens Indo-Pacific Security

The United Kingdom and Indonesia have announced a major Maritime Partnership Programme (MPP) worth £4 billion ($5.2 billion), paving the way for Indonesia to construct naval and fishing vessels...

November 25, 2025
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Naval Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

US Navy Receives 25th Virginia-Class Attack Sub

The US Navy has accepted delivery of the USS Massachusetts (SSN 798), the 25th Virginia-class fast-attack submarine and the latest vessel handed over by HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding. As...

November 25, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Naval Missile, USV Integration Set by Leidos, Kongsberg

Leidos Australia and Kongsberg Defence Australia have entered into a strategic agreement to study the integration of the Naval Strike Missile (NSM) onto Leidos’ autonomous Sea Archer and Longbow...

Iron Dome Missile Boost as Israel Inks Rafael Deal

Israel has signed a major contract with Rafael Advanced Defense Systems to boost Iron Dome interceptor output as the country confronts increasing rocket, drone, and missile threats. The multibillion-dollar...

November 25, 2025
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Communication and Electronics
Mergers & JV

Dutch F-35, CH-47F Avionics Center Opens by Collins

Collins Aerospace and the Royal Netherlands Air and Space Force (RNLASF) are establishing a new military avionics service hub that will elevate sustainment capabilities for F-35 and CH-47F platforms...

November 24, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence
Mergers & JV

Germany’s Air Defense Gets Boost With Northrop-MBDA Pact

Northrop Grumman and MBDA have agreed to work together to enhance Germany’s next-generation air and missile defense capabilities. The partnership, unveiled at the Berlin Security Conference, centers on integrating...

November 24, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence
Mergers & JV

Israel Orders Tamir Missiles in $1.25B Raytheon-Rafael Deal

The Raytheon-Rafael venture R2S has landed a $1.25-billion deal to provide Israel with Tamir interceptors, along with missile kits and testing equipment. The announcement aligns with the opening of...

November 24, 2025
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

New Leopard 2A8, PzH 2000 A4 Upgrade Revealed by Germany

Germany has introduced two major additions to its modern armored forces—the Leopard 2A8 battle tank and the upgraded Panzerhaubitze 2000 A4 self-propelled artillery system. The dual rollout highlights Berlin’s...

November 24, 2025
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

Leopard 2A8 Marks Germany’s First New Tank in Decades

For the first time in three decades, the German military is fielding a completely redesigned main battle tank, signaling a major leap forward in its ground combat capabilities. The...