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January 18, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Poland Clears MiG-29 Fighter Transfer to Ukraine

Poland has confirmed it is preparing to hand over up to nine MiG-29 fighter aircraft to Ukraine, with the first delivery planned once final technical clearances are completed. The...

XM204 Anti-Tank Munition Cleared for US Army Deployment

In response to escalating tensions, the US Army approved an Urgent Materiel Release for the XM204 top-attack anti-vehicle munition, accelerating its deployment to European theater units. This fast-tracks the...

January 17, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

UK Royal Navy Conducts First Flight of Proteus Drone

The UK Royal Navy and Leonardo UK have achieved the first autonomous flight of the Proteus full-size helicopter, a groundbreaking milestone for the nation’s uncrewed aviation program. Conducted at...

January 17, 2026
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Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Türkiye Deploys E-ZPT Electric Armoured Personnel Carrier

The Turkish Ministry of National Defense has officially received the first mass-produced E-ZPT electric armoured personnel carrier, following the successful completion of acceptance testing in Ankara. Developed by state-backed...

January 16, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

Raybird UAV Gets Hydrogen Upgrade From Skyeton

Skyeton has unveiled an upgraded version of its Raybird UAV, featuring a hydrogen-electric propulsion system that extends flight duration and enhances stealth capabilities. This modernization marks a departure from...

January 16, 2026
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Land Platforms
R&D

Bulgaria Selects Teledyne Recon Kits for Stryker Fleet

Bulgaria’s Stryker infantry carrier fleet is set to receive enhanced reconnaissance and surveillance capabilities, as Teledyne FLIR Defense prepares to deliver advanced sensor integration kits under a US Army-backed...

January 16, 2026
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Cybersecurity
Procurement & Contracts

Britain Commits $373M to New Army Cyber Unit Base

The United Kingdom has approved a £279 million defense infrastructure contract to establish a new home for the Army’s cyber regiment, reinforcing national capabilities in cyber defense and information...

Axon Vision to Supply AI Counter-Drone Tech to Leonardo

Axon Vision has secured a $350,000 order from Leonardo DRS to supply AI-driven counter-drone systems aimed at enhancing US defense and homeland security capabilities. The purchase represents an early...

US Navy Awards $62M E-2D Hawkeye IFF Contract to BAE

The US Navy has selected BAE Systems for a $62 million contract to create a new maintenance and support depot for the E-2D Hawkeye IFF system, expanding sustainment capabilities...

January 15, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
Mergers & JV

Taiwan Joins US in Local Production of 155mm Ammunition

In a strategic pivot to fortify defenses against China’s aggression, Taiwan has launched preliminary joint production of 155mm artillery shells with the United States. Armaments Bureau chief Lt. Gen....