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July 21, 2025
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Paris, France: Griffon Mortar Carrier Version unveiled by the French Army

France has showcased the Griffon MEPAC, a new self-propelled mortar variant of its 6×6 Griffon armored vehicle, after successful testing at Canjuers training camp. Debuted publicly during the Bastille...

Anduril Gets Contract for Next-Gen C2 Prototype Worth Close to $100M from the US Army

The US Army has awarded a $99.6-million contract to Anduril Industries to spearhead a consortium of technology firms in developing a next-generation command and control (NGC2) system. “Team Anduril,”...

For the IDF, Israel places a $150 million order with AM General for a fleet of Humvees.

Israel’s Ministry of Defense has signed a contract with US-based AM General to acquire hundreds of Humvees and spare parts, funded by $150 million in American military aid. These...

Iveco Selected by NATO for Demonstration of Ground-Air Robot Teaming

The NATO Support and Procurement Agency has awarded Iveco Defence Vehicles a three-year contract to lead concept development and field testing of robotic and autonomous systems (RAS). Under this...

After the confrontation with Iran, Israel increases its manufacturing of missile interceptors.

Israel has placed a new order with Israel Aerospace Industries for additional Arrow interceptors, crucial to the country’s multi-layered air defense system. Co-developed with the US Missile Defense Agency,...

July 20, 2025
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U.S. Marines conduct rapid HIMARS deployment using MV-22B aircraft during Talisman Sabre 2025 exercise.

During Talisman Sabre 2025, a major joint exercise between the U.S. and Australia, U.S. Marines from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 363 (VMM-363), part of Marine Rotational Force–Darwin 25.3, executed...

July 20, 2025
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Türkiye orders six KAAN fighter jet prototypes to advance domestic defense aviation capabilities.

Türkiye’s Defense Industries Presidency (SSB) has ordered a sixth prototype of the KAAN fifth-generation fighter jet, marking a major step in the nation’s indigenous defense aerospace ambitions. Developed by...

July 20, 2025
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Belgium displays new Griffon and Falcon armored vehicles during 2025 National Day military parade.

Ahead of its 2025 National Day, Belgium’s army presented its latest military vehicles during a parade rehearsal in Brussels, highlighting its modernization push. Notably, the Griffon 6×6 armored vehicle—assembled...

July 19, 2025
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Indian Navy commissions INS Nistar to strengthen subsea warfare and deep-sea rescue capabilities.

INS Nistar, India’s first indigenously built Diving Support Vessel (DSV), has been commissioned into the Eastern Naval Command. Designed by Hindustan Shipyard Limited, the vessel boosts India’s deep-sea rescue...

July 19, 2025
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New Zealand deploys Bluebottle unmanned vessels in Fiji to support joint maritime security efforts.

The Royal New Zealand Navy has deployed two Bluebottle unmanned surface vessels (USVs), Tahi and Rua, to Fiji as part of Operation Calypso to enhance maritime security. Transported by...