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Taiwan Test-Fires New Land Sword II Missile for First Time

Taiwan’s military has conducted the first live-fire test of its domestically developed Land Sword II surface-to-air missile, marking a significant step in the island’s efforts to strengthen its air...

May 14, 2025
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Mergers & JV

France ‘Ready’ to Discuss Deploying Nuclear-Armed Planes in Europe: Macron

France is prepared to open discussions with other European countries on deploying French warplanes armed with nuclear weapons on their territory, as the United States does in certain nations,...

Turkish Firm Begins Sea Trials of Anti-Kamikaze USV Boat

Turkish marine engineering company Anadolu Robotik has begun sea trials of its Arida-M counter-unmanned surface vehicle. The achievement marks the completion of the drone’s initial development stage following its...

May 14, 2025
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Europe’s New ‘NEMESIS’ Self-Propelled Howitzer Debuts in Madrid

General Dynamics European Land Systems (GDELS) has unveiled the “NEMESIS,” Europe’s newest self-propelled howitzer, blending improved firepower, high mobility, and advanced automation into a tracked combat system. Unveiled at...

US Approves $1.4B Weapons Sale to UAE

In advance of President Donald Trump’s trip this week, the State Department has approved the sale of $1.4 billion worth of military aircraft and gear to the United Arab...

Vatn Launches New Underwater Vehicle That Blends Torpedo, EW, and Sensor Roles

Rhode Island-based Vatn Systems has unveiled the “Skelmir S12,” a modular underwater vehicle designed to switch between roles — from torpedo to sensor platform to an electronic warfare (EW)...

Belgium to Acquire Man-Portable Air Defense Systems From Poland

Belgium is enhancing the country’s defense with a planned acquisition of 200 to 300 Piorun man-portable air defense systems from Poland. The deal includes training systems and support services,...