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December 29, 2025
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Soldier Systems

Rheinmetall Delivers Laser Tech for Germany’s New Rifle

German defense contractor Rheinmetall has been awarded a multi-hundred-million-euro contract to supply advanced laser-light modules for the Bundeswehr, supporting the nationwide rollout of Germany’s next-generation assault rifle. The deal...

December 29, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Indonesia Builds Homegrown Arrowhead 140 Warship

Indonesia has officially launched KRI Balaputradewa-322, marking the debut of the nation’s first locally constructed Arrowhead 140-class frigate and a significant milestone in domestic naval shipbuilding. The program represents...

December 29, 2025
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Land Platforms

Croatia Enters Tatra Program for New Military Trucks

Croatia has signed a multinational framework contract with Czech defense manufacturer Tatra to procure T-815 military trucks, marking a major step in modernizing the country’s military transport fleet. Under...

December 29, 2025
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Land Platforms

Dutch Army Boosts CV90 IFV Numbers With New Order

The Netherlands has confirmed it will expand its CV90 infantry fighting vehicle fleet, reinforcing its armored forces under a cooperative European procurement initiative. The program, involving Sweden, Finland, Norway,...

December 29, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Poland’s Invisible Shield System Neutralizes Drones

Polish scientists have developed a novel electromagnetic counter-drone system that can neutralize hostile UAVs without explosions or physical impact. Created by researchers at Gdańsk University of Technology, the solution...

December 29, 2025
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Air Platforms

AI to Modernize US Military Aircraft Upkeep by Lockheed

US defense contractor Lockheed Martin and technology services provider MANTECH have formalized a new partnership aimed at transforming military aircraft sustainment through artificial intelligence. The collaboration seeks to enhance...

December 29, 2025
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Air Platforms

Boeing Lands $2B Deal to Modernize B-52 Engine Fleet

Boeing has secured a $2.04-billion US Air Force contract to continue development of the B-52 engine replacement program, reinforcing efforts to extend the operational life of America’s iconic strategic...

December 28, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Aselsan Tolun Munition Tested from Turkish F-16

Turkey has completed the first live air-to-ground firing of the Aselsan-developed Tolun precision-guided munition from an F-16 multirole fighter, confirming the weapon’s operational maturity. Video released by Aselsan shows...

December 28, 2025
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Land Platforms

UK and Germany Partner to Test RCH 155 Artillery

Britain and Germany have launched a joint artillery evaluation program after signing a £52 million contract to procure and test the RCH 155 8×8 self-propelled howitzer. The initiative, known...

December 27, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

France’s SAMP/T NG Test Boosts Ukraine Plans

France has carried out the first live-fire test of the SAMP/T NG air defense system, confirming key capabilities of its next-generation engagement module and Ground Fire radar. Conducted at...