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June 5, 2026
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Directed Energy System Excels in Trials

The RapidDestroyer RF directed energy system developed by Thales has achieved a significant milestone after destroying 80 drones during operational testing. Featuring an advanced four-panel energy projection system, the...

Virtual Command Station Debuts

Vegvisir will present a new generation of battlefield communications technology at Eurosatory 2026, aimed at strengthening operational effectiveness in environments where traditional networks may be disrupted. The company’s flagship...

June 5, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
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Lockheed GRIZZLY Passes Drone Intercept Test

In a significant milestone for counter-unmanned aerial system technology, Lockheed Martin has demonstrated the ability of its GRIZZLY launcher to engage and destroy a hostile drone using a Joint...

Teledyne FLIR Wins SkyRaider Contract

The US Army is strengthening its CBRN response capabilities through the acquisition of Teledyne FLIR Defense’s SkyRaider unmanned aerial systems. Under an $11.2-million contract, the company will supply more...

FMTV Truck Orders Support US Allies

Expanding its role as a key provider of tactical logistics vehicles, Oshkosh Defense has won contracts valued at $142 million for the production of FMTV A2 systems. The orders...

Slovakia Receives Final AMV XP Ambulances

The Slovak Armed Forces have finalized the acquisition of Patria AMV XP ambulance vehicles through a defense cooperation agreement with Finland. The procurement forms part of a broader modernization...

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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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...