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July 22, 2025
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Land Platforms

New Turkish Combat Vehicle Uses Lasers to Disrupt and Destroy Aerial Drones

Turkey has introduced a powerful new defense asset—the ALKA-KAPLAN hybrid combat vehicle—specifically engineered to counter drone threats through laser-based technology. The system is the result of a joint effort...

July 22, 2025
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Land Platforms

Delays in Caesar Howitzers Prompt Czech Threat to Suspend Payments

Facing significant contractual and technical issues, the Czech Republic is considering freezing future payments to KNDS France for the purchase of 62 Caesar 8×8 self-propelled howitzers. A letter from...

July 22, 2025
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Air Platforms

Turkish Defense Procures Another Test Variant of Kaan Stealth Aircraft

The Turkish government has taken delivery of the sixth prototype of the indigenously developed TAI Kaan fighter jet, marking another milestone in its pursuit of an advanced fifth-generation combat...

July 21, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Next-Gen AI Drone Designed for Signal-Deprived, Tight Spaces Introduced

Cleo Robotics, a U.S. firm specializing in aerial systems, has introduced the Dronut DD1, a next-generation drone built to excel in challenging operational environments where conventional drones often fail....

July 21, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Iveco Chosen by NATO to Demonstrate Coordinated Ground-Air Robotics

Iveco Defence Vehicles has been selected by the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) to lead a major effort in developing and testing robotic and autonomous systems (RAS) for...

July 21, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

Post-Iran Conflict, Israel Accelerates Production of Missile Defense Interceptors

In response to recent operational demands, Israel has tasked Israel Aerospace Industries with producing more Arrow missile interceptors, part of the country’s sophisticated multi-layered defense shield. This advanced interceptor...

July 21, 2025
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Land Platforms

First Upgraded Ariete C2 Tanks Delivered to Italian Army

At a formal handover at the Cecchignola military complex near Rome, the Italian Army received the first upgraded Ariete C2 main battle tank, produced by the Iveco-Oto Melara Consortium...

July 21, 2025
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Land Platforms

French Army Showcases New Griffon Mortar Carrier at Paris Display

France’s military modernization drive has taken a significant step forward with the unveiling of the Griffon MEPAC—a mobile, self-propelled mortar variant of the Griffon 6×6 armored vehicle platform. This...

July 21, 2025
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Land Platforms

AM General Secures $150M Order to Supply Humvees to Israeli Forces

The Israeli Ministry of Defense has signed a substantial procurement contract with U.S.-based AM General to acquire a large fleet of Humvees and associated spare parts. Funded through U.S....

July 21, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

British Forces Launch AI-Powered Spear Tech to Enhance Combat Targeting

In a major leap forward for battlefield automation, the British Army has unveiled Asgard, a new AI-driven platform built to streamline target acquisition and long-range engagement. Designed to empower...