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June 8, 2026
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Palladyne, IAI Team on Pentagon Drones

The US Department of State has approved a potential $842-million Foreign Military Sale to Denmark for 200 Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles-Extended Range (JASSM-ER), significantly enhancing the long-range strike capabilities...

June 7, 2026
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India targets large-scale helicopter output

HAL’s helicopter roadmap highlights India’s growing commitment to self-reliance in rotary-wing aviation. With large-scale orders already planned and additional future requirements anticipated, the company is scaling infrastructure and supply...

June 6, 2026
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India scales up indigenous missile output

Following the successful use of the HSLD-Mk2 missile in combat operations, India is moving toward large-scale local production of the precision-guided weapon. The program focuses on enhancing strategic autonomy,...

June 5, 2026
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New Zealand Approved for Helicopter Deal

New Zealand is set to significantly upgrade its military aviation capabilities following US approval of a $1.5-billion sale of MH-60R helicopters and supporting equipment. The advanced rotorcraft are expected...

June 5, 2026
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Sweden Could Supply More Fighters to Brazil

Seeking to strengthen its air combat capabilities, Brazil intends to purchase 20 more Gripen fighter jets from Saab, increasing the size of its existing fleet. Swedish officials confirmed the...

June 4, 2026
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Anduril, Elbit Join Army Howitzer Race

Anduril Industries and Elbit Systems of America have announced a partnership to compete for the US Army’s Self-Propelled Howitzer Modernization (SPH-M) program. The team will offer the SIGMA Mobile...

June 3, 2026
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Vietnam Moves Closer to C-130 Fleet

The United States has cleared a $100-million support package for C-130 Hercules aircraft that could pave the way for Vietnam’s future adoption of the transport platform. The proposed sale...

June 3, 2026
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Leonardo Secures Romania Airlifter Deal

Leonardo has secured an order to provide Romania with two new C-27J Spartan transport aircraft under an EU-backed procurement initiative. The advanced aircraft will support a wide range of...

June 3, 2026
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First Gripen F Fighter Unveiled

The rollout of the first Gripen F marks a significant milestone in Saab’s Gripen fighter program and highlights growing defense-industrial cooperation with Brazil. Designed as a two-seat aircraft, the...

June 2, 2026
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UK Orders More Martlet Anti-Drone Missiles

The United Kingdom has placed a £36-million contract with Thales for the procurement of hundreds of additional Martlet lightweight multirole missiles. The order is intended to replenish and strengthen...