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May 12, 2026
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NGSRI flight test completed by Lockheed

Lockheed Martin has successfully tested a new missile seeker for the US Army’s NGSRI competition, the program intended to replace the aging Stinger air defense missile. The AI-enabled seeker...

KAAN fighter jet enters production phase

Turkey has officially ordered its first 20 KAAN stealth fighters from Turkish Aerospace Industries, marking a major milestone in the country’s indigenous combat aircraft program. Designed as a fifth-generation...

Radar production boosted by RTX investment

RTX is expanding Collins Aerospace’s Florida manufacturing facility with a $26.5-million investment aimed at boosting production of radar and defense communication systems. The facility will support advanced surveillance technologies...

$5.9M raised for defense tech startups

Front Ventures has secured 5 million euros to invest in Ukrainian and Nordic defense startups developing drones, battlefield software, and military communications technologies. The funding reflects growing international interest...

Ukraine Patriot support funded by Norway

Norway has strengthened NATO’s PURL initiative with a new $304-million contribution supporting Patriot interceptor deliveries to Ukraine. The effort is designed to accelerate allied weapons transfers and improve battlefield...

New Bolide missile boosts RBS 70 NG

Saab has introduced the Bolide 2 missile for the RBS 70 NG air defense system, significantly enhancing counter-drone and short-range interception capabilities. The upgraded missile features improved terminal performance,...

May 11, 2026
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Finnish defense partnership grows with Patria

Patria and the Finnish city of Hämeenlinna are deepening cooperation to strengthen Finland’s defense-industrial base through infrastructure development, workforce growth, and collaborative defense projects. The initiative supports local manufacturing...