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September 17, 2025
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F-15 Fighters Deployed by Japan to NATO Bases Abroad

In a significant move, Japan has deployed fighter aircraft and support units to NATO bases across the US, Canada, Germany, and the UK under Operation “Atlantic Eagles.” The mission...

September 17, 2025
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Communication and Electronics
Mergers & JV

UK Submarine Sonar to Be Advanced by Thales, BAE Deal

Thales and BAE Systems have entered a fresh phase in their cooperation to strengthen the UK’s undersea warfare capabilities. Building on more than two decades of joint work, the...

BAE CV90s to Receive Raytheon’s GPS Jamming Protection

Raytheon UK has been contracted by BAE Systems to equip CV90 infantry fighting vehicles with the Landshield Plus GPS anti-jamming system, reinforcing the platform’s protection against hostile electronic disruption....

September 17, 2025
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

New Turkish KORKUT 100/25 SB Targets Drone Swarms

Turkey’s ASELSAN has rolled out its latest innovation, the KORKUT 100/25 SB, a mobile counter-drone system engineered to counter various unmanned aerial threats. The system is capable of engaging...

Netherlands Gets US Nod for $570M AMRAAM Missiles

Washington has authorized the potential sale of RTX’s AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM) to the Netherlands in a deal valued at approximately $570 million. The request includes...

September 17, 2025
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Naval Platforms
New Product Launches

Navantia Rolls Out Spain’s First F-110 Frigate Early

Navantia has successfully launched the F-111 Bonifaz, the lead ship of Spain’s new F-110 frigate class. This launch, a month ahead of schedule, represents a crucial step in the...

September 17, 2025
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Soldier Systems
New Product Launches

New Safran Infrared Binoculars to Equip European Forces

French defense technology company Safran has unveiled the JIM SHARPHAWK, a next-generation infrared binocular system that succeeds the company’s fielded JIM Compact. The new model reflects Safran’s efforts to...

September 17, 2025
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Training and Simulation
Mergers & JV

Grenade-Delivery X10 Delta Drone Tested in US-Led Drill

A US-led multinational training effort, the Joint Multinational Training Group–Ukraine (JMTG-U), has completed a live-fire demonstration with the Skydio X10 Delta drone. The exercise, held at Grafenwoehr Training Area...

September 17, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
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Britain to Enhance Firepower of L111A1 Heavy Machine Gun

Britain’s L111A1 heavy machine gun is set to undergo a significant firepower boost following a £20 million ($27.3 million) contract awarded to arms maker FN Herstal. The effort falls...

September 16, 2025
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Air Platforms
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Peru to Acquire F-16 Jets in $3.4B US Defense Deal

Washington has approved a prospective foreign military sale worth $3.42 billion to Peru, encompassing a fleet of F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft and a full suite of weapons and support...