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January 31, 2026
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Sweden Begins Testing Slovak CV90 MkIV Infantry Vehicles

Slovakia’s Combat Vehicle 90 MkIV infantry fighting vehicle program has reached a key milestone, with the first Slovak-configured vehicles now undergoing testing at BAE Systems Hägglunds in Sweden. The...

January 31, 2026
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Air Platforms
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Israel Advances Purchase of AH-64E Apache Helicopters

The United States has authorized a potential USD 3.8 billion Foreign Military Sale to Israel for 30 AH-64E Apache Guardian attack helicopters, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency announced in...

January 31, 2026
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US Clears $150M Sale as Israel Adds AW119Kx Helicopters

The United States has cleared a potential USD 150 million Foreign Military Sale to Israel for additional AW119Kx light utility helicopters, as confirmed by the Defense Security Cooperation Agency....

January 31, 2026
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Air Platforms
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MQ-25A Stingray Completes US Navy Autonomous Taxi Test

Boeing has confirmed that the U.S. Navy’s first operational MQ-25A Stingray has completed its inaugural autonomous taxi test, marking a significant step toward introducing uncrewed aircraft into daily aircraft...

January 30, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

Hybrid Drone Propulsion Breakthrough Revealed in Israel

Israeli defense firm Elbit Systems is equipping its UAV portfolio with a next-generation hybrid propulsion solution, claiming the system represents the first true hybrid drone propulsion technology of its...

January 30, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

UK Unveils Autopilot-Ready Baby Raptor Interceptors

Speed-driven interception is taking center stage in the UK’s evolving air defense strategy, with London Defence R&D revealing two next-generation interceptors designed to counter modern aerial threats. The systems,...

January 30, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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Spain’s F100 Frigate MLU Gets $1.7B US Approval

Washington has cleared a $1.7 billion arms sale to Spain to support a comprehensive mid-life modernization of the Spanish Navy’s F100-class frigates, according to a US State Department announcement....

Chunmoo Launchers Win Norway Deal Over US, Europe

The Norwegian government has chosen the K239 Chunmoo rocket artillery system from Hanwha Aerospace, rejecting competing European and American solutions in a major defense procurement decision. The contract covers...

January 30, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
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Quantum Capabilities Enter US Air and Missile Defense

US defense firms are increasingly turning to quantum computing as a potential game-changer for air and missile defense, with a new collaboration highlighting early operational benefits. D-Wave Quantum, Anduril...

January 30, 2026
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Korea Begins Overseas Supply of K2 MBT Engine

South Korea has taken a significant step toward defense export autonomy by launching overseas sales of a locally developed engine for the K2 Black Panther main battle tank. The...