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August 6, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

US Army Weighs Lockheed and Raytheon Proposals for Autonomous Launcher Initiative

The US Army’s Common Autonomous Multi-Domain Launcher (CAML) program has attracted defense giants Lockheed Martin and Raytheon, both of whom have confirmed their bids for the project. While acknowledging...

August 5, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Japan to Supply 11 Modern Warships to Strengthen Australian Navy

Australia will modernize its navy by acquiring 11 stealthy Mogami-class frigates from Japan, marking a $6 billion agreement over ten years. The ships, designed by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, beat...

August 5, 2025
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Air Platforms

Thai Government Finalizes $600 Million Contract for Swedish Combat Aircraft

The Royal Thai Air Force has finalized the purchase of four Saab JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets from Sweden, valued at $600 million. The approval follows closely on the...

August 5, 2025
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Air Platforms

Final C-295 Transport Aircraft Shipment Delivered to India by Airbus

India has completed a key military aviation milestone with the delivery of the final 16 C-295 transport aircraft from Airbus. The aircraft were formally handed over in Seville, Spain,...

August 5, 2025
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Cybersecurity

DARPA Collaborates with RTX on Strengthening Cyber Vulnerability Detection

BBN Technologies, a subsidiary of RTX, has been selected by DARPA to support the INGOTS program, which focuses on improving cybersecurity through the automated detection and disruption of complex...

August 5, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Italy Adds Advanced Frigate ‘Emilio Bianchi’ to Naval Fleet

The Italian Navy has taken delivery of the Emilio Bianchi, a next-generation multi-role frigate built through bilateral defense collaboration with France and overseen by the OCCAR agency. The vessel...

August 5, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Navy Considers Launching New Line of Autonomous Ships for Cargo Operations

The US Navy is seeking industry partners to design a new fleet of unmanned surface vessels (USVs) capable of transporting containerized mission modules. The project aims to increase the...

August 5, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Dutch Lead NATO Initiative by Acquiring US Weapons for Ukraine Support

In a historic move, the Netherlands will spend €500 million ($577 million) on American weapons destined for Ukraine, becoming the first NATO country to fund an entire shipment through...

August 5, 2025
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Land Platforms

Rheinmetall to Deliver More Than 1,300 Military Trucks to Germany

Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles has secured a major order from the German Armed Forces for over 1,300 logistics vehicles, totaling nearly €770 million ($891 million). The purchase includes protected...

August 5, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

Slovenia Acquires Two Extra IRIS-T SLM Systems Under EU Shield

As part of the European Sky Shield Initiative, Slovenia has secured two additional IRIS-T SLM air defense systems from Diehl Defence. The country had previously acquired one such unit...