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New Zealand Approved for Helicopter Deal

New Zealand is set to significantly upgrade its military aviation capabilities following US approval of a $1.5-billion sale of MH-60R helicopters and supporting equipment. The advanced rotorcraft are expected...

EU Approves $116M Aid for Lebanese Army

The European Union has approved a new 100-million-euro ($116-million) assistance package for the Lebanese Armed Forces as part of efforts to reinforce stability following a fragile ceasefire between Israel...

Anduril, Elbit Join Army Howitzer Race

Anduril Industries and Elbit Systems of America have announced a partnership to compete for the US Army’s Self-Propelled Howitzer Modernization (SPH-M) program. The team will offer the SIGMA Mobile...

June 4, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
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Northrop, Apex to Demo Space Interceptors

Northrop Grumman has selected satellite manufacturer Apex to support the development and demonstration of space-based interceptor technologies under the US Space Force’s Golden Dome missile defense initiative. The partnership...

Rauma Delivers New Corvette Milestone

The Finnish Navy has achieved another milestone in its naval modernization program with the launch of the second Pohjanmaa-class corvette. Designed for operations in the demanding Baltic Sea environment,...

June 3, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
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Eight-Shotgun Turret Targets Drones

A new counter-unmanned aerial system developed by Beretta Defense Technologies and DUALEE combines eight Benelli Drone Guardian shotguns into a single remotely operated turret. Known as LIVET, the platform...

June 3, 2026
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Land Platforms
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V-BAT Deal Boosts Greek Maritime ISR

The Hellenic Army is strengthening its unmanned aerial capabilities through a new partnership with Shield AI focused on expanding the V-BAT drone fleet. The agreement supports Greece’s efforts to...

June 3, 2026
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Air Platforms
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First Gripen F Fighter Unveiled

The rollout of the first Gripen F marks a significant milestone in Saab’s Gripen fighter program and highlights growing defense-industrial cooperation with Brazil. Designed as a two-seat aircraft, the...

HIMARS Procurement Deal Finalized

The Canadian government has moved forward with a major modernization initiative by securing 26 HIMARS launchers from the United States through the Foreign Military Sales program. Valued at approximately...

June 3, 2026
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Northrop Strike Missile Reaches Milestone

The Jackal precision strike missile developed by Northrop Grumman has moved closer to operational deployment after achieving key objectives during a recent flight trial. The test showcased rapid-response launch...