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July 4, 2025
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Lithuanian Forces Acquire GROM Systems to Reinforce Multi-Layered Protection

In a move to enhance regional defense capabilities, Lithuania has signed a €28 million agreement with Poland’s MESKO S.A. for the acquisition of GROM man-portable air defense systems (MANPADS)....

July 3, 2025
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India Finalizes K-5 Nuclear Missile Development to Boost Submarine Deterrence

India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has officially completed development of the K-5 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM), a nuclear-capable platform with an estimated operational range of 5,000 to...

July 1, 2025
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Rafael Secures $2.23 Billion Romanian Contract for V/SHORAD Systems

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has secured a major contract from Romania to supply its new V/SHORAD (Very Short and Short Range Air Defense) capability. The deal, worth approximately 1.9...

June 26, 2025
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Raytheon Teams With MELCO to Build Advanced SeaSparrow Missile in Japan

A $250 million contract between Raytheon and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (MELCO) will allow Japan to produce the ESSM Block 2 missile under a licensed production arrangement. Raytheon is set...

June 25, 2025
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LIG Nex1 Tasked With Simulating Ballistic Missile Scenarios for Korea

LIG Nex1 has secured a contract from South Korea to build a next-generation counter-ballistic missile simulation platform, valued at 3.4 billion won ($24 million), with completion targeted by 2028....

June 13, 2025
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B-21 and B-52 to Receive New AGM-181 Nuclear Cruise Missile

The US Air Force has unveiled a visual concept of its AGM-181 Long-Range Standoff missile, a nuclear-capable system being developed for long-range deployment from B-21 and B-52 bombers. Raytheon...

June 11, 2025
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Australia Joins US in Producing Advanced Long-Range Missiles

A new memorandum of understanding enables joint efforts by Australia and the United States on the PrSM program. This move allows shared development and ensures compatibility of missile systems...

June 11, 2025
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Japan Rolls Out Long-Range Type 12 Missile Launcher During Public Drill

For the first time, Japan has displayed its enhanced Type 12 missile launcher vehicle during its largest live-fire military exercise. Approximately 4,000 high school students and parents gathered at...

June 10, 2025
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Germany Moves Ahead With Joint Strike Missile Buy for F-35s via Norway

Germany is acquiring the Joint Strike Missile for its F-35s in a $642 million agreement approved by Parliament on June 4. This makes Germany the fifth user of the...

June 6, 2025
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Raytheon, Northrop Validate NGSRI Propulsion System in New Rocket Motor Tests

Raytheon and Northrop Grumman have demonstrated the next-level rocket motors for the Army’s upcoming short-range interceptor, the NGSRI, intended to take over from the Stinger. Equipped with Highly Loaded...