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February 16, 2026
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Akeron: Europe’s Next Tactical Missile

The MBDA Akeron missile family has evolved into a fifth-generation, network-enabled precision strike system designed for complex battlefields. Originating from the MMP and MHT programs, the Akeron MP and...

February 16, 2026
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NATO Signs $237M Rheinmetall Deal

The NATO Support and Procurement Agency has placed an initial order worth €200 million for 120mm tank ammunition from Rheinmetall under a 2025 framework agreement. The procurement will replenish...

February 16, 2026
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US Army Tests Apache C-UAS Munition

The US Army has successfully conducted live-fire trials of a new proximity-fused 30×113mm round from an AH-64 Apache, aimed at improving counter-drone capabilities. During testing, the helicopter fired the...

February 16, 2026
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Greece to Deploy S-100 on FDI Frigates

The Hellenic Navy has acquired ship-based Camcopter S-100 unmanned air systems from Schiebel for deployment aboard its French-built FDI frigates. Integration will begin with HS Kimon (F601), with additional...

February 16, 2026
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Europe Launches 500km Strike Drone Plan

Defense ministers from Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Poland, and Sweden have agreed to jointly develop a long-range loitering munition under the European Long-range Strike Approach (ELSA). The proposed...

February 16, 2026
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Ukraine Expands Online Arms Market

Ukraine has expanded its DOT Chain Defence digital procurement platform to allow frontline units to directly order unmanned ground systems. The marketplace now includes robotic platforms for logistics, evacuation,...

February 16, 2026
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Air Platforms
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USAF Selects Shield AI Hivemind for CCA

The US Air Force has chosen Shield AI to provide mission autonomy software for a Collaborative Combat Aircraft prototype. Shield AI’s Hivemind system will power Anduril Industries’ YFQ-44A Fury...

February 16, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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GD Lays Keel for 8th John Lewis Tanker

General Dynamics NASSCO has laid the keel for the US Navy’s eighth John Lewis-class vessel, the future USNS Ruth Bader Ginsburg (T-AO 212), at its San Diego facility. Named...

February 16, 2026
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CA-1 Europa Set for HENSOLDT AI Upgrade

A collaboration between Germany-based Helsing and HENSOLDT is transforming Europe’s next uncrewed combat aircraft into a highly autonomous intelligence and multi-domain operations platform. The CA-1 Europa drone, developed by...

February 15, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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Australia Unveils $2.8B Sub Facility Plan

Canberra has committed AUD 3.9 billion as an initial allocation toward a new shipyard complex that will support nuclear-powered submarines under the AUKUS agreement. The facility, located in Osborne,...