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May 18, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Japan considers Type 88 missile exports to PH

Japan is moving closer to supplying the Philippines with its Type 88 anti-ship missile system following Manila’s interest in enhancing coastal defense capabilities. The missile, currently being phased out...

May 18, 2026
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Soldier Systems

UK reforms procurement to prioritize rapid delivery

Britain is planning major reforms to its defense procurement system to reward contractors that deliver projects efficiently while encouraging greater participation from smaller technology firms. Proposed updates to the...

May 17, 2026
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Air Platforms

Tejas Mk1A deliveries may speed up

The induction schedule for the Tejas Mk1A fighter aircraft may be pushed beyond June due to ongoing discussions regarding the aircraft’s operational readiness, according to defence sources. The Indian...

May 17, 2026
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Air Platforms

GE F404 deliveries to aid Tejas program

HAL has indicated that the long-standing engine supply challenges affecting the Tejas Mk1A fighter aircraft program may soon ease, with GE Aerospace expected to deliver more F404-IN20 engines over...

May 16, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Carrier Gerald Ford completes 326-day mission

After nearly a year-long deployment, the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier has returned home to Norfolk, Virginia. The mission lasted 326 days, making it the longest deployment undertaken...

May 16, 2026
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Soldier Systems

4,000 US troop deployment canceled

Washington has canceled the planned deployment of approximately 4,000 American soldiers to Poland as part of ongoing changes to US military positioning in Europe. The decision followed the Pentagon’s...

May 15, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Rugged C2 systems ordered by US Army

Core Systems will provide ATMOS2 ruggedized tactical computers for the US Army’s C2NOW battlefield management program, supporting the military’s push toward faster and more connected command-and-control systems. The lightweight...

May 15, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Romania gets new unmanned ground vehicle

Hanwha Aerospace and Milrem Robotics are jointly pursuing Romania’s unmanned ground vehicle program with a combination of wheeled and tracked robotic systems designed for logistics, reconnaissance, and combat support...

May 15, 2026
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Air Platforms

NH90 Sea Tiger to equip German frigates

Germany is preparing its F124 frigates for the introduction of the NH90 Sea Tiger helicopter, a next-generation naval platform designed for anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare missions. The modernization effort...

May 15, 2026
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Air Platforms

Peru expands C-27J transport fleet

Peru is expanding its tactical airlift fleet with another Leonardo C-27J Spartan aircraft to support disaster response, medical evacuation, and operations in remote areas. The new “Next Generation” variant...