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January 7, 2026
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M1E3 Next-Gen Abrams Tank Demo Revealed by US Army

The M1E3 Abrams prototype has been revealed by the US Army, offering a first look at the next-generation tank. Key changes include a lower-profile turret, enhanced sensor arrays, and...

January 7, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
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New AI System Enhances MQ-9B Drone Operations

The MQ-9B drone is set to receive a smart processing boost through the Knox-5 processor, provided by Ultra I&C under a Marine Corps contract for nine units. The upgrade...

Truck-Mounted Hurricane 3000 Details Surface in China

The Hurricane 3000, China’s newly disclosed truck-mounted microwave weapon, is designed to counter drones at extended ranges beyond earlier point-defense systems. Using radar for detection and electro-optical sensors for...

January 7, 2026
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Denmark Tests New Battlefield Roles With 8 Ground Drones

The Danish Army has received eight unmanned ground vehicles for evaluation, comprising four THeMIS systems from Milrem Robotics and four MFP-1 units from XRC Robotics. The trial program, based...

T-7A Maintenance Training Contract Awarded to Textron

The US Air Force has contracted Textron Systems for $41 million to develop sustainment simulators supporting the T-7A Advanced Pilot Training Program. The three-year effort includes building fuselage structures...

January 7, 2026
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Air Platforms
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Israel to Receive F-15 Jets in $8.5B Boeing Deal

Boeing has received an $8.5-billion award from the US DoD to deliver 25 F-15IA fighter jets to Israel, including options for 25 more, under a foreign military sale program....

January 7, 2026
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$8B Submarine Talks Underway Between Germany, India

Berlin and New Delhi are exploring a strategic $8-billion agreement for six conventional submarines, designed by Germany and built locally in India. The vessels, equipped with air-independent propulsion, would...

January 7, 2026
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Soldier Systems
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Russia Introduces Next-Gen Camouflage Materials

Russia is introducing new terrain-mimicking camouflage for frontline personnel and vehicles, enhancing concealment from UAVs and thermal reconnaissance. Ukrainian reports link the innovation to Moscow’s adoption of small, mobile...

January 6, 2026
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Indra Leads Spain’s Futuristic Tank Program

Indra’s PAMOV assignment signals Spain’s renewed ambition to field a domestically driven next-generation main battle tank. Backed by a €45-million development contract, the effort prioritizes digital integration, maneuverability, and...

January 6, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
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New USV Advances Autonomous Littoral Missions

The OceanSled Explorer represents Shift Coastal Technologies’ push to bring autonomous surface capabilities into high-risk coastal and near-shore operations. Designed for versatility, the battery-powered USV combines robust payload capacity...