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December 24, 2025
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Italy Fields Skynex SHORAD to Counter Drone Threats

The Italian Army has inducted its first Rheinmetall Skynex air defense system, introducing a new generation of networked short-range air defense aimed at countering drones, cruise missiles, and low-altitude...

December 23, 2025
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BAE Wins $171M Ammunition Contracts From Sweden, Finland

Defense manufacturer BAE Systems has won new ammunition contracts worth about $171 million to deliver programmable Bofors 40mm and 57mm rounds to Sweden and Finland, reinforcing regional efforts to...

December 20, 2025
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Paraguay Introduces Brazilian M108 105mm Howitzers

Paraguay is preparing for a significant milestone in its military modernization as the Paraguayan Army plans to field self-propelled artillery for the first time, enabled by a forthcoming donation...

December 19, 2025
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AeroVironment Delivers More LOCUST Lasers to US Army

The US Army has received two more LOCUST high-energy laser weapon systems from AeroVironment as part of the Army Multi-Purpose High Energy Laser (AMP-HEL) program. The effort is aimed...

December 18, 2025
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Bohdana Howitzers to Be Built With Mercedes Trucks

Germany and Ukraine have agreed to co-produce Bohdana wheeled self-propelled howitzers, integrating the artillery systems onto Mercedes-Benz Zetros military trucks. The initiative is aimed at accelerating Ukraine’s artillery output...

December 18, 2025
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Washington Clears $11 Billion Defense Sales to Taiwan

Taiwan has confirmed US approval of an $11 billion arms sale, describing it as one of the most significant defense packages ever authorized for the island. The announcement immediately...

December 16, 2025
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EOS Expands Exports With $80M South Korea Laser Deal

Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has secured an $80-million conditional export agreement to supply its 100-kilowatt high-energy laser weapon to a South Korean customer, strengthening Australia’s footprint in the global...

December 11, 2025
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Croatian Army Expands Artillery With Caesar MkII Buy

The Croatian government has officially signed a contract with France to procure 18 Caesar MkII self-propelled howitzers as part of its expanding defense modernization agenda. Valued at approximately 328...

December 11, 2025
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Rheinmetall Secures New German Order for 120mm Ammo

Germany is accelerating its military buildup with a new order placed with Rheinmetall for large quantities of 120mm tank ammunition. Valued at several hundred million euros, the latest procurement...

December 11, 2025
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US Navy Awards BAE $1.7B Contract for APKWS Output

The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a new five-year contract to continue producing the Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) guidance kits, a major capability used by American...