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Saab to deliver combat training simulators

The US Army is investing in more realistic combat training through Saab’s VTESS technology. The system enables troops to train under battlefield-like conditions by tracking engagements, vehicle actions, and...

Italy moves ahead with amphibious vehicle buy

Italy is reinforcing its amphibious warfare capabilities with the purchase of additional AAV platforms from the United States. The vehicles will improve troop mobility, command functions, and recovery operations...

June 8, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

Taiwan strengthens fleet with new missiles

Taiwan is building a stronger naval shield through mass production of the Sea Sword II missile. The indigenous system will become the backbone of the navy’s medium-range air-defense capability,...

Denmark gains access to JASSM-ER missiles

Denmark is investing in long-range strike power by adding JASSM-ER missiles to its F-35 arsenal. The advanced cruise missile allows targets to be engaged from hundreds of kilometers away,...

June 7, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

Future warfare drives C-RAM, DEW adoption

India’s future air-defence doctrine is increasingly focused on countering mass drone attacks through a combination of kinetic and non-kinetic technologies. Systems such as the Bhargavastra micro-missile interceptor, advanced laser...

June 7, 2026
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Land Platforms
R&D

BMP-2 replacement effort moves ahead

The FICV programme represents one of India’s largest indigenous armoured vehicle initiatives, with an estimated requirement exceeding 2,600 platforms. The vehicle is expected to combine advanced armour, high mobility,...

June 7, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

IAF and Army complete defense system tests

India’s ongoing military modernization efforts are increasingly focused on network-centric warfare and joint operations. The integration of IACCS and Akashteer allows seamless coordination between air defence assets, missile batteries,...

June 7, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

India targets large-scale helicopter output

HAL’s helicopter roadmap highlights India’s growing commitment to self-reliance in rotary-wing aviation. With large-scale orders already planned and additional future requirements anticipated, the company is scaling infrastructure and supply...

June 7, 2026
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Soldier Systems
R&D

Alliance boosts security around Nordics

The alliance has expanded its military posture in Northern Europe through the activation of the Forward Land Forces Finland mission. The new force, which includes troops from Sweden, is...

June 7, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

India broadens Pralay manufacturing base

India is preparing to scale up production of the Pralay surface-to-surface missile as its role within the Armed Forces continues to expand. The missile has already secured orders totaling...