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January 12, 2026
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F-35 Deliveries Reach Record 191 in 2025

Lockheed Martin delivered a record 191 F-35 fighter jets in 2025, the highest annual output in the program’s history, bringing the global fleet close to 1,300 aircraft. Production now...

Aeva Launches 360-Degree AI LiDAR Sensor

US sensor firm Aeva has unveiled Omni, a compact short-range 4D LiDAR system designed to enhance situational awareness for physical AI platforms. Omni is intended for integration across autonomous...

Sweden Commits $1.6B to Strengthen Air Defense

Sweden announced plans to invest 15 billion kronor ($1.6 billion) to strengthen its air defense capabilities, with a focus on protecting civilian and critical infrastructure targets. The move reflects...

Russia’s Oreshnik Missile Raises NATO Concerns

Russia has confirmed the use of its new Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missile in a strike against the Ukrainian city of Lviv, marking only the second known operational deployment of...

January 11, 2026
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US Navy Names USNS Lansing Fast Transport

The U.S. Navy has christened the future USNS Lansing (EPF-16), the final vessel of the Spearhead-class expeditionary fast transport program, at Austal USA’s shipyard in Mobile, Alabama. The milestone...

January 11, 2026
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Northrop Wins Navy Deal for Rocket Motor

The U.S. Navy has awarded Northrop Grumman a $94.3-million contract to develop and qualify a new 21-inch second-stage solid rocket motor intended to extend the reach of the Standard...

January 10, 2026
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Spanish Frigate Takes Command of NATO Naval Group

Spain is set to assume a leading maritime role within NATO as the frigate Almirante Juan de Borbón deploys on January 10, 2026, as the command ship of Standing...

January 10, 2026
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US Air Force Inducts First T-7A Red Hawk

The U.S. Air Force has officially inducted its first T-7A Red Hawk advanced trainer into operational service at Joint Base San Antonio–Randolph, marking a decisive shift in how future...

January 10, 2026
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F-35 Fleet Crosses 1,300 Aircraft Mark

Lockheed Martin confirmed that the F-35 Lightning II program delivered a record 191 aircraft in 2025, pushing the global fleet beyond 1,300 jets and marking the most productive year...

January 9, 2026
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Northrop Launches Redesigned ICBM Target

The successful debut launch of Northrop Grumman’s new ICBM target vehicle highlights a growing shift toward digital engineering in US missile defense testing. Designed to better replicate modern ballistic...