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January 20, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

India Develops 7.62mm ‘Anti-Drone’ Bullet Technology

India is working to strengthen its frontline counter-UAS defenses through the development of a new 7.62mm anti-drone ammunition, potentially allowing infantry units to neutralize hostile drones using standard-issue rifles....

January 20, 2026
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Combat Service and Support Equipment

Qatar’s Barzan and General Atomics Develop BMS Software

US unmanned systems manufacturer General Atomics Aeronautical Systems is strengthening its presence in command, control, and intelligence software with a new cooperation agreement signed with Qatar-based defense firm Barzan...

January 20, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Hyunmoo-5 ‘Monster Missile’ Enters S Korea Frontline Service

The Republic of Korea Armed Forces have begun frontline deployment of the Hyunmoo-5 ballistic missile, a major addition to the country’s conventional deterrence capabilities against North Korea. Nicknamed the...

January 20, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Auterion Tests Coordinated Multi-Target Combat Drone Swarm

At a US military range in Florida, Auterion demonstrated a live-fire combat drone swarm, proving the ability of a single operator to conduct one-to-many strike missions using autonomous, expendable...

January 19, 2026
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Air Platforms

Denmark Ends 46-Year F-16 Service, Transitions to F-35

The Royal Danish Air Force has formally concluded operations of the F-16 Fighting Falcon, retiring the aircraft after more than four decades of continuous service. The milestone was marked...

January 19, 2026
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Naval Platforms

US Clears $1.5B Peru Naval Base Upgrade Near China Port

The United States has cleared a proposed $1.5 billion Foreign Military Sale aimed at supporting the design and construction of new facilities for Peru’s primary naval base in Callao,...

January 19, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Fourth Pohjanmaa-Class Corvette Construction Starts

The Finnish Navy’s Squadron 2020 program has reached a key production phase as Rauma Marine Constructions begins work on the fourth Pohjanmaa-class corvette, bringing all vessels in the class...

January 19, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Windracers ULTRA Boosts Range, Supports Heavier Payloads

British drone manufacturer Windracers is set to significantly enhance the performance of its ULTRA cargo drone, increasing its payload capacity to 200 kilograms while maintaining a range of more...

January 19, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Shearwater AI Wins DARPA Contract to Boost Drone Flight

DARPA has tapped Shearwater Aerospace to deliver AI-powered flight optimization software designed to help drones harness wind energy and significantly extend airborne endurance. The work supports DARPA’s Albatross program,...

January 16, 2026
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Land Platforms

Bulgaria Selects Teledyne Recon Kits for Stryker Fleet

Bulgaria’s Stryker infantry carrier fleet is set to receive enhanced reconnaissance and surveillance capabilities, as Teledyne FLIR Defense prepares to deliver advanced sensor integration kits under a US Army-backed...