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May 11, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Akinci drone gains enhanced strike capability

EDGE and Baykar are integrating Al Tariq precision-guided munitions onto the Bayraktar Akinci combat drone, expanding the platform’s long-range strike capabilities. The agreement combines Baykar’s advanced unmanned aircraft technology...

May 10, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

SSS Defence supplies T-12 systems to Army

SSS Defence has supplied its indigenous T-12 semi-automatic shotguns to the Indian Army for counter-drone operations. The 12-gauge weapon is designed to engage low-flying FPV and quadcopter threats, reflecting...

May 10, 2026
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Land Platforms

India plans new bulletproof carrier fleet

The Indian Army has launched a procurement process for 159 Bullet Proof Troop Carriers to strengthen protection for Rashtriya Rifles personnel operating in high-risk counter-insurgency environments. The program is...

May 9, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

India boosts strike capability with Adani

Adani Defence has delivered two indigenous precision-strike systems to the Indian Army under the EP-6 emergency procurement framework: the ULPGM precision missile and the AGNIKAA VTOL-I FPV loitering munition....

May 8, 2026
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Training and Simulation

F-35 training subsystem deal awarded

Cubic Defense will provide 140 advanced training subsystems for Lockheed Martin’s F-35 Lot 21 fighter aircraft under a new follow-on contract. The systems support secure live-flight combat training, real-time...

May 7, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Patriot delay pushes Swiss defense search

Switzerland is reassessing air defense options as delays impact the delivery of Patriot missile systems. The country has contacted manufacturers from Europe, Israel, and South Korea to evaluate systems...

May 7, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Blue Raven radar deal awarded to Raytheon

Raytheon has received its largest SharpSight radar order to date, with Blue Raven procuring 120 systems for global distribution and sustainment. The software-defined radar can track over 1,000 targets...

May 6, 2026
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Air Platforms

Philippines cleared for Jet Ranger X deal

The United States has approved the sale of Bell 505 Jet Ranger X helicopters to the Philippines to strengthen pilot training and rotary-wing operations. The $150-million package includes aircraft,...

May 6, 2026
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Land Platforms

Greece to assemble military trucks locally

Rheinmetall and Greece’s ELVO have partnered to assemble military trucks and specialized defense vehicles in Greece, strengthening the country’s domestic defense industry. The collaboration will support production of logistics...

May 5, 2026
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Air Platforms

US Army boosts threat detection program

Northrop Grumman is advancing its Improved Threat Detection System for the US Army to enhance aircraft survivability in modern combat environments. Using the ATHENA multispectral sensor, the system provides...