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April 8, 2026
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KF-21 Program Expands With Indonesia Transfer

South Korea and Indonesia have reached a tentative agreement involving the transfer of a KF-21 fighter prototype, following financial challenges in their joint program. The revised deal aligns with...

Naval Group Secures New Frigate Contract

France is strengthening its naval fleet with the addition of a fifth FDI frigate, reinforcing its modernization efforts. The new vessel, FS Amiral Cabanier, will incorporate cutting-edge digital systems...

April 8, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

New Doctrine Shapes UAV Capabilities

India’s Army has introduced a detailed roadmap to guide the development of drone and unmanned technologies for future warfare. The document identifies key requirements across various operational roles, including...

April 8, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Sub-$1M Air Defense System Emerges

Ukraine is exploring the development of an affordable air defense solution to complement existing high-cost systems. Spearheaded by a Kyiv-based company, the project aims to lower the cost of...

April 8, 2026
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Communication and Electronics
R&D

Tejas Jets Validate Indigenous Radar System

The Uttam AESA radar represents a significant advancement in India’s indigenous defense capabilities. Developed by DRDO, the system has been successfully tested on Tejas aircraft, validating its performance in...

$48M Contract Expands Munitions Production

Israel has partnered with Elbit Systems to produce thousands of artillery shells locally under a $48 million deal. The initiative focuses on increasing domestic manufacturing and reducing reliance on...

Interceptor Drone Sensors Deal Secured

Exosens has received a major order to supply compact thermal imaging cores for interceptor drones, marking its largest deal in this segment. These systems improve real-time detection and targeting...

April 7, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

Mobile Artillery System Explained

The CAESAR howitzer is a modern artillery system designed for speed and mobility. Mounted on a wheeled truck chassis, it delivers long-range firepower while allowing rapid repositioning after firing....

PULS Artillery Contract Signed

Greece is strengthening its artillery capabilities by acquiring the PULS rocket system under a $750-million deal with Elbit Systems. The system can launch various types of rockets and missiles,...

April 7, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

New Program Targets Engine Simulation Tech

HAL has introduced a new challenge under its DRISHTI program to develop a digital twin model for a gas turbine engine. This virtual system will simulate real-world performance, helping...