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December 17, 2025
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Red Cat Picks SpiderOak for Drone Cybersecurity

Red Cat Holdings has partnered with cybersecurity specialist SpiderOak to evaluate its Black Widow reconnaissance drone for inclusion on the US Department of Defense’s Blue UAS Cleared List. The...

December 17, 2025
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Lockheed Unveils First Finnish F-35A

Lockheed Martin has officially launched the Finnish Defence Force’s first F-35A Lightning II fighter jet at its Fort Worth, Texas facility, marking a key step in Finland’s transition to...

December 17, 2025
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Brazil Receives First UH-60M Black Hawk

Lockheed Martin has delivered the Brazilian Army’s first UH-60M Black Hawk helicopter, marking a major milestone in the country’s 12-aircraft acquisition signed in 2024. The delivery supports Brazil’s efforts...

Kenya Procures SPYDER Air Defense System

The delivery of Israel’s SPYDER air defense system represents a major leap forward for Kenya’s military modernization efforts. Capable of countering aircraft, helicopters, and drones, the Rafael-built system provides...

Kongsberg to Buy US Missile Firm

Kongsberg Group’s planned acquisition of a majority stake in Zone 5 Technologies signals a strategic push into high-volume, affordable weapon systems designed for modern conflicts. By purchasing 90 percent...

December 17, 2025
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AM General to Deliver Armed HUMVEES to Kosovo

Kosovo’s acquisition of the HUMVEE Hawkeye artillery system from AM General reflects a broader trend among smaller militaries seeking mobile, rapidly deployable fire support solutions. The Hawkeye’s lightweight soft...

Vatn Systems Raises $60M for AUV Development

Vatn Systems’ successful $60 million Series A funding round marks a significant milestone in the expanding global market for autonomous underwater vehicles, as navies and commercial operators increasingly prioritize...

EOS Secures $80M Korea Laser Defense Contract

EOS has secured a major Asian export order for its 100-kW laser defense system, highlighting growing demand for directed-energy solutions against drones. Capable of rapid, low-cost engagements, the system...

December 16, 2025
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KNDS Delivers Full Leopard 2A7HU Fleet

Hungary has finalized its Leopard 2A7HU acquisition, completing deliveries under a wide-ranging armored modernization effort. The advanced tanks, supported by artillery, engineering, and recovery vehicles, mark a decisive shift...

December 16, 2025
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Germany-Ukraine Partnership Boosts Drone Output

A new German-Ukrainian joint venture will significantly scale drone production for Ukraine’s armed forces, reflecting the central role of UAVs in modern warfare. Backed by a €100-million investment, the...