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Israel delivers Barak system to Slovakia

Slovakia is strengthening its skies with a powerful new shield. The Barak MX system stands guard near critical infrastructure, ready to stop missiles and aerial threats before they strike....

April 20, 2026
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MiG-29K gets indigenous diagnostic system

Keeping fighter jets ready isn’t just about flying—it’s about smart maintenance. The Indian Navy is upgrading how it checks its MiG-29K fleet with advanced automated systems. From radar to...

April 20, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

India may co-produce Mogami stealth frigates

A new chapter in defense cooperation is unfolding between Japan and India. The Mogami stealth frigate isn’t just being offered—it’s being shared, built, and potentially mastered together. Sleek, powerful,...

April 20, 2026
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Land Platforms
R&D

Tanks may get new anti-drone capabilities

Tanks are no longer fighting alone—they’re now connected to eyes in the sky. British soldiers are testing a system where drones feed live data directly to crews inside armored...

New navigation system resists GPS jamming

In modern warfare, even GPS can’t always be trusted—and that’s where Northrop Grumman steps in. Its new navigation system keeps aircraft on track even when signals are jammed or...

Patria-led FAMOUS gets EU funding boost

Europe is joining forces to build the next generation of armored vehicles. Through the FAMOUS program, countries are working together to create smarter, faster, and more efficient combat systems....

April 20, 2026
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Canada subs to use BlackBerry core software

Submarines are becoming smarter, and software is now at their core. BlackBerry’s QNX is powering Canada’s future fleet with secure, real-time systems that keep operations running even in complex...

April 20, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Spain orders 34 amphibious combat vehicles

Spain is upgrading its marine forces with powerful new amphibious vehicles built for modern warfare. Combining Italian design with Spanish technology, these vehicles bring mobility, protection, and versatility to...

April 20, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

NH90 helicopter set for future Block 2 upgrade

The NH90 helicopter is getting a smart upgrade to stay future-ready. With new avionics, better connectivity, and improved maintenance systems, it’s being reshaped for the next generation of warfare....

April 19, 2026
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R&D

Inside Turkey’s KAAN fighter jet

Imagine vehicles that move, fight, and decide without a driver. Autonomous systems are changing ground warfare by taking humans out of danger zones. → They bring speed, precision, and...