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June 4, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

EU Signs Off $116M Support to Lebanese Army

Governments and international organizations increasingly view defense assistance as a strategic tool for reinforcing security and strengthening state institutions. Support programs focused on military modernization, training, and infrastructure development...

June 3, 2026
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Soldier Systems

US Army awards next-gen helmet deal

Modern armed forces are increasingly investing in lightweight protective gear that balances safety, comfort, and operational performance. The latest generation of combat helmets provides enhanced defense against ballistic threats...

June 1, 2026
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Land Platforms

Poland Orders More Borsuk IFVs in $2.07B Deal

Poland has signed a major defence contract worth approximately $2.07 billion for the procurement of 146 additional Borsuk infantry fighting vehicles, further accelerating the modernization of its land forces....

June 1, 2026
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Land Platforms

Elbit Lands $350M Tank Upgrade Contract

Elbit Systems has secured a $350 million contract from an international customer to modernize its fleet of main battle tanks under a four-year program. The upgrade package includes advanced...

May 28, 2026
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Land Platforms

Rheinmetall wins major German logistics contract

Baykar’s KIZILELMA combat drone program represents Turkey’s effort to field a next-generation unmanned combat aircraft capable of performing complex strike and air combat missions. The jet-powered platform is being...

May 27, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

$1.4B contract boosts Elbit presence

Elbit Systems has won a multi-billion-dollar modernization contract to provide advanced battlefield technologies for a European military customer. The deal covers a broad range of capabilities, including unmanned autonomous...

May 27, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Alabama facility boosts missile production

The US government is increasing support for AeroVironment’s Freedom Eagle-1 counter-drone missile program with new funding aimed at boosting production capacity. The FE-1 interceptor is designed to provide a...

May 25, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Navy awards $75M submarine systems contract

The Ziesel unmanned ground vehicle has completed successful live-fire trials with Spike LR guided missiles, marking a significant step in integrating autonomous ground platforms with anti-armor capabilities. Developed by...

May 20, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

$1.15B deal boosts Hercules fleet readiness

Canada has approved $1.15 billion in contract amendments with Lockheed Martin to maintain and modernize its CC-130J Hercules transport aircraft fleet. The agreements include long-term maintenance support until 2029...

May 20, 2026
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Air Platforms

Autonomous pilot added to LUCAS UAV

Shield AI has partnered with the US government to integrate its Hivemind autonomous software into the Low-Cost Uncrewed Combat System (LUCAS). The software provides autonomous navigation, swarm coordination, and...