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March 18, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

NAL, Solar Defence Advance UAV Weapon Program

India is building a powerful “kamikaze drone” for future warfare. Developed by National Aerospace Laboratories and Solar Defence & Aerospace Limited, this drone can fly up to 900 km...

March 18, 2026
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Air Platforms

USAF U-2 Gets Modern Electronic Warfare Suite

The iconic spy plane U-2 Dragon Lady is getting smarter and safer. BAE Systems is upgrading its electronic systems so it can better detect threats and protect itself. Even...

March 17, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

K2 Munition Gains Swarm Capability, Long Range

Turkey has entered a new phase in unmanned warfare with the unveiling of an AI-driven kamikaze drone designed for coordinated swarm operations. The system, developed by Baykar, recently completed...

March 17, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Next-Gen Gun Barrels Built With PA Firms

The US Army has collaborated with industry partners to create a more durable and efficient small arms barrel for next-generation weapons. The project focused on addressing issues such as...

March 17, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Taiwan Eyes Cheaper Air Defense Solutions

Taiwan is focusing on enhancing its defensive capabilities by developing affordable air defense munitions to counter China’s increasing reliance on low-cost weapons. Recognizing the need for efficient resource management...

March 17, 2026
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Air Platforms

Japan, PNG Join Talks on New Defense Pact

Australia and Indonesia are deepening their defense ties by establishing new trilateral cooperation frameworks with countries like Japan and Papua New Guinea. This move follows a security treaty that...

March 16, 2026
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Soldier Systems

South Korea introduces virtual reality into reservist training exercises

The South Korean Army is increasingly integrating virtual reality and digital tracking technologies into reservist training to enhance operational readiness and realism, reports The Korea Herald. At the Seocho...

March 16, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Pentagon advances plans to link Patriot missiles with Aegis-equipped ships

The US Department of Defense is advancing efforts to integrate the PAC-3 MSE interceptor with the Aegis Combat System, enhancing missile defense for US Navy destroyers. According to Inside...

March 16, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

France unveils containerized launcher extending artillery range to 150 km

France is set to introduce a long-range rocket launcher that will significantly extend its battlefield strike reach. Developed through a partnership between ArianeGroup and Thales, the FLP-T 150 can...

March 16, 2026
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Naval Platforms

US Navy prolongs USS Nimitz service life through 2027

The US Navy has postponed the retirement of its oldest carrier, USS Nimitz (CVN-68), moving its decommissioning date from May 2026 to March 2027. This 10-month extension aligns the...