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October 8, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence
Mergers & JV

Germany, Swiss Plan Joint Patriot Defense

Germany and Switzerland are exploring coordinated procurement of the Patriot missile defense system to enhance interoperability and fortify European air defense capabilities. Discussions between German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius...

Paras Wins $5.2M Indian Anti-Drone Contract

The Indian Ministry of Defense has awarded a 461.9 million rupee ($5.2 million) contract to Paras Anti-Drone Technologies for the provision of advanced counter-UAV systems to the nation’s armed...

EOS to Arm Redback IFVs With RWS

Hanwha Defence Australia has finalized a significant contract with Electro Optic Systems (EOS) to supply Remote Weapon Systems for the ADF’s LAND 400 Phase 3 program, focusing on the...

Thales Sends Anti-Drone Rockets to Ukraine

Thales Belgium has unveiled a cost-efficient 70mm rocket system equipped with the FZ123 airburst warhead, designed specifically to neutralize Shahed-type drones and comparable UAV threats. The FZ123 incorporates thousands...

October 7, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

New US Glide Kit Enables Ultra-Long Strike Missions

US defense startup Aventra has raised $3 million to fund the development of a low-cost AI-guided glide kit that can transform existing, unguided munitions into precision strike weapons with...

North Korea Displays Pantsir-Based Missile Defense

North Korea has introduced what appears to be a new short-range air defense system, prominently displayed during the Defense Development 2025 showcase. Observers quickly noted the design’s resemblance to...

October 7, 2025
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

India Unveils Tech-Focused Integrated Rudra Brigade

The Indian Army has unveiled the Rudra Brigade, a next-generation integrated combat formation aimed at transforming how the force conducts modern warfare. Designed for rapid response and operational flexibility,...

October 7, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Sweden Places Order for 4 Embraer C-390 Planes

In a major acquisition aimed at bolstering airlift capacity, Sweden has ordered four Embraer C-390 Millennium aircraft. The agreement integrates Stockholm into a growing European partnership alongside Austria and...

October 7, 2025
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Air Platforms
Mergers & JV

Barter Talks Begin Between India and Brazil on Jets

In a move that could reshape bilateral defense relations, India and Brazil are negotiating a barter-style defense deal to exchange military platforms of equal value instead of traditional cash...

Italy Debuts AI-Driven 30mm Naval Turret

Leonardo has unveiled the Lionfish 30, a next-generation naval turret featuring advanced automation and artificial intelligence to enhance precision and situational awareness at sea. Developed for the Italian Navy’s...