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April 25, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

SLIM mast may boost Navy stealth, sensors

Saab has offered its SLIM (Lightweight Integrated Mast) system to the Indian Navy as a modern upgrade for warship sensor architecture. The concept replaces multiple separate sensor installations with...

April 24, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

India’s Entry in EU Fighter Program May Alter Jet Market

The race for the next generation of fighter jets has already begun—and India wants a seat at the table. By exploring partnerships with European programs like the Future Combat...

April 24, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Israel Awards Elbit $200M in Munitions Contracts

Precision is everything in modern air warfare—and Israel is doubling down on it. With new contracts awarded to Elbit Systems, the Israeli Air Force is equipping itself with smarter,...

April 24, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
Mergers & JV

Dutch, US Air Force Partner on Combat Drone Wingmen

Air combat is no longer just about pilots in cockpits—it’s about teams of humans and intelligent machines working together. The partnership between the United States Air Force and the...

April 24, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

Taiwan, US Partner on Ammo Production in $6.6B Deal

Taipei is strengthening its defenses with one of its biggest military investments yet. With powerful systems like M142 HIMARS and M109A7 Paladin, Taiwan is building the ability to respond...

Army Expands IFPC 2 Launcher Procurement Program

Threats today don’t wait—and they don’t come from just one direction. That’s why the United States Army is expanding systems like IFPC 2 with help from Leidos. Imagine a...

Pentagon Invests $1B in L3Harris Missile Division

Behind every powerful missile is an even more powerful industrial engine—and the United States Department of Defense is making sure it never slows down. By investing $1 billion into...

Italy to Convert Patrol Frigates Into Full Combat Ships

The Italian Navy is turning versatility into dominance. What were once flexible patrol ships are now evolving into powerful warfighting platforms under the leadership of Fincantieri. These vessels will...

Multi-billion Euro deal boosts Rheinmetall loitering drones

Imagine a drone that watches silently, waits patiently, and strikes exactly when needed. That’s what Rheinmetall is bringing to the battlefield. These loitering munitions combine intelligence and firepower into...

April 23, 2026
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Soldier Systems
R&D

US Army begins field trials for new combat roles

War doesn’t happen in controlled environments—and now training reflects that reality. The US Army’s new test pushes soldiers through intense, real-world challenges in one continuous effort. → Because true...