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April 24, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Taiwan, US Partner on Ammo Production in $6.6B Deal

Taipei is strengthening its defenses with one of its biggest military investments yet. With powerful systems like M142 HIMARS and M109A7 Paladin, Taiwan is building the ability to respond...

April 24, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Army Expands IFPC 2 Launcher Procurement Program

Threats today don’t wait—and they don’t come from just one direction. That’s why the United States Army is expanding systems like IFPC 2 with help from Leidos. Imagine a...

April 24, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Pentagon Invests $1B in L3Harris Missile Division

Behind every powerful missile is an even more powerful industrial engine—and the United States Department of Defense is making sure it never slows down. By investing $1 billion into...

April 24, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Italy to Convert Patrol Frigates Into Full Combat Ships

The Italian Navy is turning versatility into dominance. What were once flexible patrol ships are now evolving into powerful warfighting platforms under the leadership of Fincantieri. These vessels will...

April 23, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Multi-billion Euro deal boosts Rheinmetall loitering drones

Imagine a drone that watches silently, waits patiently, and strikes exactly when needed. That’s what Rheinmetall is bringing to the battlefield. These loitering munitions combine intelligence and firepower into...

April 23, 2026
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Soldier Systems

US Army begins field trials for new combat roles

War doesn’t happen in controlled environments—and now training reflects that reality. The US Army’s new test pushes soldiers through intense, real-world challenges in one continuous effort. → Because true...

April 23, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

E-2D Hawkeye radar upgrades pass Lockheed flight trials

The E-2D Hawkeye has always been the fleet’s watchful eye—but now it sees more than ever. With smarter radar and faster processing, it can track threats across vast distances...

April 23, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

NATO allies cleared for AIM-9X, Hellfire missile deals

Across Europe, defense is getting sharper and faster. Missiles like the Sidewinder and Hellfire are boosting the ability to respond instantly to threats—whether in the air or on the...

April 22, 2026
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Air Platforms

Canada gets F-35 maintenance hub by Lockheed, L3Harris

Canada isn’t just investing in advanced fighter jets—it’s building the backbone to keep them flying. By partnering with Lockheed Martin, the country is creating its own hub to maintain...

April 22, 2026
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Air Platforms

US Air Force selects Textron for F-15 sensor trials

Combat today isn’t just physical—it’s invisible. Signals, radars, and electronic attacks define survival in the skies. Textron Systems is helping the F-15 Eagle prepare for that reality by testing...