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June 12, 2026
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New vehicle protection suite unveiled

Plasan has introduced a new family of vehicle protection technologies aimed at countering modern battlefield threats. The systems are designed to improve survivability against drones, shaped-charge weapons, mines, and...

Funding boosts AI-powered air defense systems

Alta Ares is strengthening its position in the air-defense sector after securing significant new funding for expansion and innovation. The company’s AI-powered interceptor systems are designed to counter drones,...

June 12, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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UK undersea warfare gets new sonar buoy

Ultra Maritime has achieved a key milestone in anti-submarine warfare with successful trials of its new MSARS sonobuoy system. Designed for both crewed and uncrewed aircraft, the technology enhances...

Germany Orders 60 GO12 Battlefield Radars

Germany’s federal procurement authority has awarded Thales a contract to provide 60 Ground Observer 12 (GO12) battlefield radar systems to the German Armed Forces. The agreement includes spare parts,...

India Buys Satellite Navigation Jammers

India’s Ministry of Defence has signed a contract worth 4.4 billion rupees ($46 million) with Bengaluru-based Accord Software and Systems for the supply of 20 Enhanced Capability Global Navigation...

June 11, 2026
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Army Plans 300 More K-9 Vajra Howitzers

The Indian Army is considering a major expansion of its self-propelled artillery fleet through the acquisition of 300 additional K-9 Vajra howitzers. The proposed procurement, valued at approximately 230...

June 11, 2026
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Germany Unveils New IRIS-T SHORAD System

German defense company Diehl Defence has introduced its latest short-range air defense solution, the IRIS-T SLS MK4, at the ILA Berlin Air Show 2026. The new system combines radar,...

Army Awards $106M VAMPIRE Drone Deal

L3Harris has secured a US Army contract worth up to $106 million to supply additional VAMPIRE counter-drone systems as part of the Pentagon’s layered air defense strategy. The Vehicle...

US Clears $292M AMRAAM Sale to Korea

The US State Department has approved a potential $292-million Foreign Military Sale of AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles to South Korea. The proposed package includes 70 missiles, guidance...

June 10, 2026
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Communication and Electronics
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UN Chief Warns of Full-Scale Middle East War

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned that the escalating exchange of attacks between Iran and the United States could trigger a broader regional conflict, jeopardizing the fragile ceasefire...