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March 16, 2026
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Land Platforms

Rheinmetall’s acquisition of Iveco’s military truck unit faces delays due to Leonardo deal

Rheinmetall’s intended acquisition of Iveco Group’s military truck division has been delayed due to holdups in Leonardo’s purchase of Iveco’s defense subsidiary, according to Reuters. Leonardo signed a definitive...

March 16, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

US allocates funding for Naval Strike Missile-based coastal defense system in Latvia

US Navy has contracted Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace for $45.5 million to deliver the Naval Strike Missile Coastal Defense System to Latvia. The contract, issued under the Foreign Military...

March 15, 2026
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Air Platforms

Tejas Mk2 Designed for Extended Operational Life

The Tejas Mk2 fighter is being developed as an advanced evolution of India’s indigenous combat aircraft program. Classified as a medium-weight fighter, the aircraft is designed to offer improved...

March 15, 2026
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Soldier Systems

SSS Defence Shows 90m Drone-Kill CUAS Suite

Modern warfare has increasingly been shaped by the widespread use of drones for surveillance, targeting, and attack missions. To counter this growing threat, Indian defense company SSS Defence has...

March 15, 2026
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Air Platforms

MQ-25A Drone Redefines Aircraft Carrier Power

The MQ-25A Stingray is a revolutionary unmanned aircraft designed to transform carrier-based aviation operations. Its main purpose is to provide aerial refueling support for fighter jets launched from aircraft...

March 14, 2026
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Land Platforms

Inside the Leopard: Germany’s Iconic Battle Tank

The Leopard tank is widely regarded as one of the most successful main battle tanks ever developed. Created by Germany during the Cold War era, the tank was designed...

March 14, 2026
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T-72 Ajeya Upgrades Extend Service to 2040

India’s armed forces are implementing a comprehensive upgrade program for their long-serving T-72 “Ajeya” tanks in order to extend their operational life and maintain a strong armored capability. The...

March 13, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Athens Moves Ahead With New Combat UAV Deals

The Hellenic Centre for Defence Innovation has launched several new projects to expand Greece’s military drone capabilities. Four recently signed contracts focus on the development of combat UAV technologies,...

March 13, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Saab Expands Cooperation With Poland Industry

Swedish defense company Saab has expanded its partnership with Poland by signing agreements with Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa and WB Group. The collaboration with PGZ will help establish domestic submarine...

March 13, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Anduril Selected for Large Unmanned Sub Program

Anduril Industries has been chosen by the United States Navy and the Defense Innovation Unit to provide its Dive-XL autonomous underwater vehicle for the XL-AUV program. The project focuses...