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January 7, 2026
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Land Platforms

NATO CV90 IFVs to Receive Elbit Iron Fist APS

Elbit Systems is set to equip European NATO CV90 infantry fighting vehicles with its Iron Fist active protection system, following a series of contracts awarded by BAE Systems Hägglunds....

January 7, 2026
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Naval Platforms

India, Germany Boost Negotiations for $8B Submarine Deal

Berlin and New Delhi are set to advance negotiations on a prospective $8-billion submarine deal, as Germany and India examine joint production of six conventional submarines for the Indian...

January 7, 2026
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Soldier Systems

Russia Introduces New Camouflage With Natural Materials

Russian forces are fielding advanced camouflage sheets made from realistic materials to enhance battlefield concealment, as part of a broader effort to counter drone surveillance and precision targeting, Ukrainian...

January 7, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

New Processing System Boosts MQ-9B Drone Capabilities

The US Marine Corps is enhancing the MQ-9B drone’s onboard intelligence with the integration of Ultra I&C’s Knox-5 processor, marking a step forward in edge computing for unmanned aircraft....

January 6, 2026
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Land Platforms

Indra Chosen to Lead Spain’s Future Tank Program

Spain is moving forward with plans to replace its Leopard 2E main battle tanks, assigning Indra Sistemas a central role in the development of a next-generation armored combat vehicle....

January 6, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Morocco Fields Israeli Barak MX Defense System

Morocco has brought its Barak MX air and missile defense system into operational service, marking a significant milestone in the country’s air defense modernization efforts. The system was purchased...

January 6, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Lantronix Targets Smart Drone Dev With AI Platform

Technology firm Lantronix has launched an AI-powered Drone Reference Platform designed to streamline the development of next-generation unmanned aerial systems for military, security, and commercial use. The solution is...

January 6, 2026
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Land Platforms

Spain Begins New Main Battle Tank R&D Program

Spain has taken a significant step toward developing a next-generation main battle tank by awarding defense technology firm Indra Sistemas a research and development contract under the Spanish Army’s...

January 5, 2026
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Air Platforms

China Unveils Tech to Power Stealth Jets Using Radar Energy

Chinese scientists have outlined a new approach to electromagnetic technology with the creation of a multifunctional smart surface designed to convert electromagnetic waves into usable electricity. The researchers say...

January 5, 2026
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Naval Platforms

US Navy Moves to Paperless Care With Digital Medical Trials

The US Navy is advancing efforts to modernize at-sea medical care by testing a new digital health platform designed to improve patient record management aboard deployed warships. The initiative...