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Cyprus Shows Tamnava Rockets at 2025 Parade

A Mediterranean defense force publicly displayed a recently acquired modular rocket-launch system during a national parade, signaling deeper security ties with an external supplier and a step toward modernizing...

October 3, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

France Orders New Falcon 2000 Albatros Jets

An order has been placed for new maritime surveillance aircraft to reinforce naval aviation capabilities and replace aging patrol jets. Built on a commercial business jet design, the platform...

US Army Buys $89M in Oshkosh Heavy Trucks

The Army has contracted for an updated fleet of heavy transport vehicles designed to move essential supplies and equipment in combat zones. The trucks feature advanced controls that pave...

GDIT Gets $1.25B for Army Network Upgrade

The US Army’s European and African operations will receive a major digital upgrade under a newly awarded task order that focuses on network modernization and secure communications. The contractor...

October 3, 2025
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Land Platforms
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Romania to Buy 216 Abrams Tanks

Romanian defense officials are seeking approval for a major expansion of their armored forces program, centered on the acquisition of modern main battle tanks and supporting vehicles. The initiative...

Raytheon Ships 500th ESSM Block 2 Missile

The US Navy has taken delivery of its 500th advanced ship-defense missile, marking a major achievement for an international development program. Compared to earlier models, the weapon incorporates improved...

Lockheed Wins $647M Trident II Support Deal

Production and sustainment of a long-serving sea-based nuclear missile system will continue under a newly awarded contract modification, underscoring its importance to both the US and UK deterrence posture....

October 3, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

Pentagon Tests Drone Interceptors With Anduril

Work is underway to fast-track next-generation interceptors aimed at neutralizing larger military drones that pose growing risks to forces and infrastructure. Two technology firms were selected through a competitive...

October 2, 2025
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Naval Platforms
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Marine Alutech to Supply Sweden 20 Boats

A partnership has been established to support a cross-border counter-drone initiative in Europe, integrating mobile counter-drone systems with autonomous interceptor drones. The solution combines AI-assisted detection, tracking, and jamming...

New DLA Unit to Oversee Weapons Parts

A new AI platform, Field AI, is being integrated into modular missile systems to keep units adaptive, connected, and mission-aware. The AI is distributed to missile units before deployment...