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May 28, 2025
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Air Platforms

India has given the green light for the development of a prototype of its next-generation advanced fighter jet.

India has approved the development of a prototype for its fifth-generation Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), marking a significant step in its efforts to strengthen domestic defense production. The...

May 27, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

Russia has altered its Iskander missile system to evade Ukraine’s US-supplied Patriot air defense system

Russia recently launched upgraded Iskander-M ballistic missiles at Ukraine, designed to be more difficult to intercept—even for advanced systems like the US-made Patriot. According to Ukrainian Air Force spokesperson...

May 27, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Indra has tested its AESA radar system mounted on Leopard tanks to enhance their ability to detect and counter drones.

Spanish defense firm Indra has completed successful trials of its Nemus AESA radar integrated onto Leopard main battle tanks to improve their ability to counter modern threats such as...

May 20, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Australia Plans Development of Medium-Range Precision Loitering Munitions

Australia has initiated a defense program to develop medium-range precision loitering munitions as part of its Advanced Strategic Capabilities Accelerator (ASCA) initiative. Known as the Talon Strike program, the...

May 16, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

South Korea Plans Upgrades for K9 Howitzers, Rocket Launchers, and Missile Systems

Amid growing demands for increased firepower, South Korea is pursuing upgrades to several key weapon systems. The Defense Agency for Technology and Quality (DTaQ) recently carried out a three-day...

May 15, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Exail and Grafinta to Provide Navigation Systems for Airbus SIRTAP Drone

French company Exail and Spanish firm Grafinta will equip Airbus’ SIRTAP tactical drone with the UmiX-40 Inertial Measurement Unit, a compact and high-precision system designed for space-limited platforms. Featuring...

May 12, 2025
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Training and Simulation

Polish F-35A Lightning II pilots have successfully finished their training.

The first group of Polish Air Force pilots has completed training on the F-35A Lightning II multirole fighter aircraft. Their practical training took place at Ebbing Air National Guard...

India Tests Cutting-Edge Naval Mine Amid Rising Regional Tensions

India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), in coordination with the Indian Navy, has successfully test-fired an indigenously developed underwater mine. Named the Multi-Influence Ground Mine, the weapon is...

May 6, 2025
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Naval Platforms

South Korea and Peru Will Work Together to Develop Lima’s New Submarine

A deal has been reached between Peru’s state-owned shipyard SIMA and South Korea’s HD Hyundai Heavy Industries to jointly create a 1,500-ton submarine for the Peruvian Navy. As part...

April 10, 2025
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Training and Simulation

Spain Unveils Europe’s Premier CH-47F Pilot Training Simulator

Indra’s recent launch of the CH-47F Chinook full-mission simulator stands as a significant breakthrough in European aviation training technology. Situated at the Spanish Army Aviation Academy, the simulator incorporates...