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September 17, 2025
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Soldier Systems
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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
Procurement & Contracts

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
Procurement & Contracts

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...

September 16, 2025
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Naval Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Terma Expands in MEA with Major Naval Contract Win

Danish defense technology firm Terma has announced a landmark naval contract with Albwardy Damen, marking its most significant regional agreement in the Middle East and Africa. The deal will...

September 16, 2025
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Training and Simulation
Mergers & JV

Counter-Drone Training Kicks Off in Poland, Ukraine

Warsaw will soon host joint counter-drone exercises with Ukrainian specialists, a step that highlights the deepening security cooperation between the two neighbors. The decision follows repeated Russian drone incursions...

September 16, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
New Product Launches

Rafael Rolls Out Biggest Iron Beam to Boost Defense

At DSEI 2025, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems revealed the Iron Beam 450, its largest and most advanced high-energy laser system for air defense. This new version represents the company’s...

September 15, 2025
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Air Platforms
R&D

Seoul to Evolve KF-21 Aircraft Into Stealth Fighter

South Korea is moving ahead with ambitious upgrades for its homegrown KF-21 Boramae fighter jet, seeking to elevate it into a true stealth aircraft. Built with semi-stealth features from...

New Sentry 6161 Radio by DTC Targets Battle Needs

Domo Tactical Communications (DTC), headquartered in Virginia, has introduced the Sentry 6161, a versatile tactical radio engineered for complex operational settings. The system is purpose-built for frontline troops but...

September 15, 2025
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Communication and Electronics
Mergers & JV

Drone-Based EW System Developed by Thales, UK Firm

Thales has partnered with Autonomous Devices to develop the EW-UAS1, a drone-based electronic warfare solution that combines Thales’ EW payload with a long-range, agile UAV. Delivered as an integrated...