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US Army expands combat training systems

Saab’s latest contract with the US Army will enhance military training by equipping vehicles with advanced engagement simulation technology. The system enables realistic battlefield exercises, tracks combat performance in...

Amphibious vehicle sale cleared for Italy

Italy is enhancing its amphibious warfare capabilities through the acquisition of additional Assault Amphibious Vehicles from the United States. The vehicles will strengthen expeditionary operations, troop mobility, and NATO...

June 8, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

Sea Sword II missiles to boost Taiwan fleet

Taiwan is accelerating production of its domestically developed Sea Sword II missile to strengthen naval air defense across multiple classes of warships. The missile will become the navy’s primary...

US approves long-range missiles for F-35s

Denmark is set to substantially increase the combat reach of its F-35 fleet through the acquisition of 200 JASSM-ER cruise missiles. The weapon provides long-range precision strike capability against...

June 7, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

Directed energy weapons gain priority

Modern warfare has highlighted the need for affordable and scalable air defence solutions against drones and loitering munitions. India’s evolving approach combines directed energy weapons, kinetic interceptors, upgraded anti-aircraft...

June 7, 2026
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Land Platforms
R&D

FICV program gains momentum in India

The FICV project represents one of India’s largest armoured vehicle modernization efforts. The new platform is being designed to meet evolving battlefield requirements, including resistance to mines, drones, and...

June 7, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

IAF and Army test integrated air defenses

The integration of IACCS and Akashteer marks a major advancement in India’s network-centric warfare capabilities. By connecting sensors, command centres, and weapon systems into a unified framework, the upgraded...

June 7, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

Major helicopter expansion planned by HAL

India’s indigenous helicopter manufacturing sector is entering a new phase of growth through HAL’s long-term production strategy. Covering a wide range of rotary-wing platforms, the program aims to strengthen...

June 7, 2026
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Soldier Systems
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Nordic defense posture strengthened by NATO

The alliance has activated a multinational military presence in Finland as part of efforts to reinforce security in Northern Europe. The deployment includes Swedish participation and forms part of...

June 7, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

India expands Pralay production capacity

The Pralay missile is emerging as a key element of India’s conventional deterrence strategy. Manufactured through an expanding domestic industrial ecosystem, the system bridges the gap between long-range artillery...