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January 14, 2026
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Air Platforms
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Lockheed Delivers 350th MH-60R Helicopter to US Navy

The US Navy has accepted its 350th MH-60R Seahawk helicopter, strengthening its maritime aviation fleet and highlighting the sustained production success of Lockheed Martin’s Sikorsky division. The aircraft was...

US Navy Awards $233M ASW Torpedo Deal to Northrop

The U.S. Navy is advancing its undersea warfare modernization efforts with a $233 million contract awarded to Northrop Grumman for production of the MK54 MOD 2 lightweight torpedo, an...

Arad Rifles Distributed to Israeli Local Defense Units

Israel has finalized the countrywide rollout of Arad assault rifles to rapid response teams, reinforcing a new localized defense doctrine aimed at improving early response to security threats. The...

January 13, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
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Germany Buys MQ-9B Drones for ASW, Maritime Surveillance

Germany is set to significantly expand its naval unmanned aviation capabilities following an order for eight MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones from General Atomics, intended for service with the German Navy....

January 13, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
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HII Doubles UK Site Capacity for Underwater Drone Builds

HII has expanded its Portchester unmanned maritime systems facility in the UK, doubling its size to enhance support for autonomous underwater and surface platforms operated by allied naval forces....

January 13, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
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Cyprus Receives H-10 Poseidon Drones for ISR Missions

Cyprus has taken another step toward modernizing its defense posture as the Cypriot National Guard receives two H-10 Poseidon surveillance drones, developed by local aerospace firm Swarmly Aero. The...

January 13, 2026
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Soldier Systems
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US Army Boosts Soldier Awareness With New Headgear

The US Army is developing a new combat helmet system aimed at strengthening soldier protection and awareness in modern warfare environments. Known as the Integrated Multi-Threat Headborne System (IMHS),...

January 13, 2026
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Soldier Systems
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ATN Launches Advanced Sixth-Gen Thermal Imaging System

ATN has launched its 6th Generation thermal optics platform, introducing a new standard in AI-powered thermal imaging for military, security, and tactical users. The latest lineup combines advanced thermal...

January 13, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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Croatia Moves Ahead With Major Naval Warship Purchase

Croatia has initiated a competitive procurement process to purchase two new corvettes, signaling a significant upgrade of the Croatian Navy’s surface fleet. The acquisition, estimated to cost between €660...

January 13, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
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Britain Plans New Tactical Ballistic Missiles for Ukraine

The UK government has unveiled Project Nightfall, a program designed to rapidly develop mobile tactical ballistic missile systems for Ukraine as part of its ongoing military support to Kyiv....