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July 2, 2025
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Land Platforms

Ukrainian Military Unveils Biggest Ground-Based Robot to Date

The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has fielded its largest unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) to date—developed by Ukrainian Armor—to enhance frontline operational capabilities. Named the PROTECTOR, the UGV is...

July 1, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

US Greenlights $510M Bomb Kit Sale to Support Israeli Air Force

A $510 million military sale to Israel has received approval from the U.S. State Department, covering bomb guidance systems and related support, as confirmed by the Defense Security Cooperation...

July 1, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Dutch Ministry Awards Seabed Drone Project to Lobster Robotics

Lobster Robotics is collaborating with the Dutch Ministry of Defence to upgrade its Scout underwater drone into a defense-capable asset. Originally intended for civilian underwater tasks, the Scout is...

July 1, 2025
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Training and Simulation

Danish Forces Order Combat Simulation Systems From Saab

Saab has received a 680-million SEK ($63 million) order from Denmark to deliver a next-generation Combat Training Centre, with shipments scheduled from this year through 2027. The order covers...

July 1, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

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...

July 1, 2025
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Cybersecurity

New $10M Deal Pushes AI Rollout Across US Military Operations Centers

Ask Sage has secured a $10 million contract from the Pentagon to expand the use of generative artificial intelligence in defense operations. The agreement will deploy large language model...

July 1, 2025
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Air Platforms

Iraq Signs $118 Million Agreement With Vectrus for F-16 Sustainment

Vectrus Systems has been awarded a $118 million contract to provide operational and logistical support for Iraq’s F-16 fighter jet fleet. The agreement, part of the US Foreign Military...

June 30, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

US Army, BAE Collaborate on Upgraded M109 52-Cal Paladin Artillery

BAE Systems has signed a research and development pact with the U.S. Army to support the evolution of the M109-52 self-propelled howitzer. The agreement, established with DEVCOM-AC, is designed...

June 30, 2025
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Training and Simulation

Laser Training Streamlined With Zen’s Innovative Optical Filter

India-based Zen Technologies has unveiled a next-generation optical filter aimed at improving military laser training systems. Known as the “Single ILU Long Pass Filter,” the device integrates visible and...

June 30, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Fincantieri Secures Contract to Construct Warships for Italy

Italian defense firm Fincantieri has been awarded a deal to build two new PPA-class multipurpose patrol ships for the Italian Navy, taking over production of hulls that were originally...