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June 13, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

New Iron Beam 450 by Rafael Promises Better Accuracy, Longer Reach

Rafael has officially rolled out the Iron Beam 450, a next-gen laser weapon system featuring a larger 450mm beam director engineered for superior range and accuracy. This larger aperture...

June 13, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Sweden Strengthens Artillery Arsenal With Expanded BONUS Munition Order From BAE

Sweden’s Defence Materiel Administration has confirmed a new order placed with BAE Systems to procure more 155mm BONUS munitions for its ground forces. Estimated at $62 million, this deal...

June 13, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Russia to Facilitate North Korea’s Shahed Drone Assembly Operations

Russia is expected to assist North Korea in creating a domestic version of Iran’s Shahed-series loitering drones. These kamikaze munitions, used heavily in Ukraine, offer long-range precision strike capability...

June 13, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

B-21 and B-52 to Receive New AGM-181 Nuclear Cruise Missile

The US Air Force has unveiled a visual concept of its AGM-181 Long-Range Standoff missile, a nuclear-capable system being developed for long-range deployment from B-21 and B-52 bombers. Raytheon...

June 13, 2025
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Land Platforms

Millog and FMV Sign Contract for Maintaining Sweden’s Armoured Vehicles

A new armoured vehicle maintenance contract has been signed between FMV, the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration, and Finnish defence company Millog Oy. The deal seeks to enhance bilateral defence...

June 13, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Next-Gen Missile Warning Sensor From Elbit to Debut in Paris

Israeli defense giant Elbit Systems is set to introduce its new PAWS-2 (High Resolution) missile warning system at the Paris Air Show, running from June 16–22. The system targets...

June 12, 2025
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Air Platforms

Portugal May Join F-35 Supply Chain Through Lockheed Partnership Despite No Jet Order

Lockheed Martin has signed a cooperation deal with Portugal’s AED Cluster, a leading defense industry consortium, to explore pathways for Portuguese firms to participate in the F-35 program, even...

June 12, 2025
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Air Platforms

Indonesia, Turkey Seal $10B Deal for 48 Kaan Fighter Jets

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has confirmed a landmark export deal for 48 Kaan fighter jets with Indonesia, boosting Turkish defense industry momentum. The $10 billion agreement spans a 10-year...

June 11, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Milrem’s THeMIS UGV Gets Combat Upgrade With Drone-Fighting Capabilities

Estonian firm Milrem Robotics has rolled out an improved THeMIS UGV at Jakarta’s Indo Defence 2025, fitted for greater battlefield utility. The system now includes a larger cargo area...

June 11, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

Japan Rolls Out Long-Range Type 12 Missile Launcher During Public Drill

For the first time, Japan has displayed its enhanced Type 12 missile launcher vehicle during its largest live-fire military exercise. Approximately 4,000 high school students and parents gathered at...