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February 18, 2026
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$16M British Contract Boosts Hypersonic Missile Research

The UK Ministry of Defence has selected Amentum UK for a £12 million hypersonics development contract aimed at delivering a sovereign, long-range missile capable of traveling beyond Mach 5....

February 18, 2026
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New Arrow 4 Missile Enhances Israel’s Layered Air Defense

The Arrow 4 interceptor has entered live-fire testing under Israel Aerospace Industries, highlighting progress in countering emerging hypersonic threats. Developed in partnership with the United States, the system features...

February 17, 2026
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India to Produce HAMMER Munitions Locally

The HAMMER co-production agreement underscores the maturing India–France strategic partnership. By localizing production, New Delhi reduces dependency on imports while strengthening domestic aerospace manufacturing. For Paris, the joint venture...

February 13, 2026
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Pentagon Eyes New Hypersonic Defense Sensors

The DIU’s latest solicitation represents a broader Pentagon strategy to accelerate missile defense modernization by leveraging private-sector innovation. Rather than relying solely on traditional defense contractors, the program seeks...

February 13, 2026
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Navy Replaces Exocet With NSM in March

Malaysia’s missile procurement reflects a strategic shift toward enhanced maritime deterrence in contested regional waters. By integrating advanced sea-skimming missiles with improved survivability and network-centric targeting, Kuala Lumpur strengthens...

February 12, 2026
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Europe’s First Private Hypersonic Trial

Hypersonica has demonstrated a high-speed missile prototype surpassing Mach 6, marking a milestone for privately funded hypersonic innovation in Europe. The system incorporates modular components and advanced simulation-based development...

February 12, 2026
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Taipei Boosts Air Defense Budget for PAC-3

Taiwan continues to reinforce its missile defenses by adding 102 PAC-3 MSE interceptors from Lockheed Martin. Additional units are expected through a special defense allocation. The missiles will support...

February 11, 2026
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Next-Gen Seeker Boosts European Air Missile

The Meteor missile program is undergoing a significant enhancement centered on a next-generation datalink developed by Spanish defense technology firm Indra. The redesigned system is intended to expand operational...

February 10, 2026
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Paris Delivers Replacement SAMP/T Radar to Kyiv

Paris has committed to reinforcing Ukraine’s air defenses by delivering a temporary SAMP/T radar as one unit is being serviced. The initiative reflects France’s long-term support strategy and close...

February 10, 2026
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Czech-Turkish JV Targets European Market

Excalibur and Aselsan launched a Europe-based partnership targeting advanced defense solutions, including air defense platforms. Early plans involve mounting Aselsan’s Korkut turret on the Czech Tatra Force truck, offering...