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March 6, 2026
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India Clears Deal for 60 Military Airlifters

India has taken a major step toward modernizing its tactical airlift capabilities after the Defence Procurement Board approved a proposal to acquire 60 transport aircraft for the Indian Air...

Raytheon Gets $183.7M UAE Patriot Deal

The United States has awarded Raytheon a contract valued at $183.7 million to supply hardware and support services for Patriot air defense systems under a foreign military sales agreement...

Germany Plans 500 MARS 3 Rocket Systems

Germany is preparing a major procurement initiative involving approximately 500 MARS 3 rocket artillery launchers, a move that could significantly reshape the country’s long-range artillery capabilities. According to reports,...

March 6, 2026
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Super Tucano Upgraded for Counter-Drone

Embraer and Valkyrie Aero are working together to enhance the A-29 Super Tucano aircraft with advanced technology designed to improve its ability to counter hostile drones. The upgrade centers...

March 6, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
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Europe Develops Hybrid Multi-Role Drone

The European Defence Agency (EDA) has selected Survey Copter to conduct a study and development effort for a new hybrid unmanned aircraft capable of performing a wide range of...

March 5, 2026
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Austria to Launch Military Satellite

Austria’s armed forces are preparing to launch their first domestically developed military satellite, known as BEACONSAT, in early 2027. The satellite is designed to enhance the country’s ability to...

March 5, 2026
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R4-Integration Wins $74M USAF Deal

The US Air Force has awarded R4-Integration a contract worth $74 million to equip 39 HC-130J aircraft with KuKa beyond line-of-sight satellite communication systems. The upgrade aims to enhance...

March 5, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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Indonesia to Modernize Garibaldi Carrier

Indonesia is preparing to modernize the former Italian Navy aircraft carrier Giuseppe Garibaldi following its acquisition from Italy as part of a defense cooperation initiative. The vessel, which served...

India Plans 300 Dhanush Howitzers

The Indian Army is preparing a proposal to procure an additional 300 units of the domestically produced Dhanush 155 mm towed howitzer, a move aimed at strengthening its long-range...

March 5, 2026
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USAF Plans Radio Upgrade for HH-60W

The US Air Force is planning a communications upgrade for its HH-60W Jolly Green II combat rescue helicopters, replacing the existing Link-16 TacNet Tactical Radio with a multi-channel radio...