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Canada Considers Fighter Drone Fleet to Assist F-35 Jets

Canada’s Department of Defence is preparing to acquire tactical unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to support the country’s upcoming fleet of F-35 fighter jets. According to unclassified documents cited by...

July 15, 2025
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Air Platforms
R&D

Russia Initiates a Program to Replace the Mi-8/17 Helicopter

Russian media reports that development is underway on a next-generation multirole helicopter intended to replace the aging Mi-8/17 fleet. Named the Mi-80, the new aircraft draws inspiration from the...

Spain to buy more than 200 self-propelled howitzers

Spain’s military is set to acquire over 200 new self-propelled howitzers as part of a major modernization effort to replace its outdated M109 artillery systems. The €3 billion ($3.51...

To expand its battlefield robotics powered by AI, XTEND raises $30 million.

XTEND has raised an additional $30 million to bolster its U.S. operations and accelerate production of its AI-driven autonomous tactical robots. The company plans to use the funding to...

In order to aid shared operations with European allies, Finland receives a Danish purchase of 129 Patria 6×6 cars.

Denmark has officially entered the final phase of its involvement in the multinational Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) programme, marking the occasion with the signing of three key agreements:...

July 14, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

During the Bastille Day parade, the French Army highlighted the accuracy of its artillery by using the DT-46 tactical drone.

In a symbolic milestone for the French Army’s modernization efforts, the DT46 artillery reconnaissance drone made its public debut during the Bastille Day parade on the Champs-Élysées. Accompanying the...

Eight Ukraine-proven V-BAT drones are purchased by the Dutch Navy.

The Netherlands Ministry of Defence has acquired eight V-BAT vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) drones to bolster maritime intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities for the Royal Netherlands Navy...

July 14, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

Colombia’s first-ever native military drone, dubbed “Dragom,” takes to the skies.

Colombia’s defense ministry has unveiled “Dragom,” the nation’s first domestically developed military drone, marking a major step toward localizing its defense capabilities. Developed by the Colombian Aeronautical Industry Corporation...

July 14, 2025
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Training and Simulation
Mergers & JV

American Forces Carry Out Military Exercises in Panama Canal

Amid growing concerns over alleged Chinese influence near the Panama Canal, the U.S. military has partnered with Panamanian police to launch a new round of joint exercises focused on...

July 13, 2025
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Naval Platforms
New Product Launches

The guided missile frigate BRP Miguel Malvar of the Philippine Navy begins its trial phase in preparation for operational deployment.

The Philippine Navy has commenced the Operational Readiness and Capability Tests (ORACT) for its newest guided missile frigate, BRP Miguel Malvar (FFG-06), as part of mandatory procedures prior to...