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US Army extends TOW fire control sustainment

The US Army plans to continue relying on Raytheon for technical and logistics support of the TOW Improved Target Acquisition System over the coming years. The proposed program includes...

Swedish Army adds new anti-tank mine system

Sweden has finalized a major procurement agreement with Dynamit Nobel Defence for the SKORPION2 remote mine-laying system, strengthening its defensive military capabilities. The system enables rapid and large-scale deployment...

$400M NASAMS deal boosts Kuwait security

Kuwait’s defense modernization program includes the acquisition of the NASAMS air defense system, developed through collaboration between Kongsberg and Raytheon. The system is designed to strengthen national air defense...

UN base attack wounds three peacekeepers

Armed militants from groups associated with Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces and ex-Seleka fighters carried out an attack on a UN peacekeeping base in Am Dafock, near the Central African...

July 2, 2026
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Soldier Systems
R&D

Post-coup war in Myanmar claims 100,000 lives

The civil conflict in Myanmar escalated dramatically after the military seized power in 2021, ending a decade-long democratic transition. The coup led to the arrest of elected leaders and...

July 2, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
Mergers & JV

GBU-57 explained: The ultimate bunker weapon

Some military installations are built in extremely secure underground locations, making them nearly impossible to destroy using conventional aerial weapons. Examples include deeply buried nuclear or military facilities protected...

June 29, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

New deal expands F-35 weapons integration

Lockheed Martin is upgrading the F-35 Block 4 with weapon integration tailored for the UK and Italy, improving compatibility with advanced European missiles and strike systems. The modernization enhances...

June 29, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Raytheon expands Sidewinder missile production

Raytheon is expanding production of the AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II missile under a $1.1-billion US Navy contract. The combat-proven missile will equip US forces and international allies, delivering improved...

June 29, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
Mergers & JV

Joint drone factory to support Ukraine

Germany’s ARX Robotics and Ukraine’s Roboneers have formed a joint venture to manufacture unmanned ground vehicles for Ukraine’s armed forces. Based on the Lynx PRO platform, the partnership combines...

June 29, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

Royal Navy explores hybrid drone carriers

The UK is introducing the Common Combat Vessel as the centerpiece of its next-generation hybrid fleet. Designed to command autonomous aerial, surface, and underwater systems, the new warships will...