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August 14, 2025
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IAF Seeks Longer-Range Missile Tech

The Indian Air Force has pressed DRDO to speed up the development of longer-range missiles in light of Pakistan’s growing arsenal. Following Operation Sindoor, which involved cross-border strikes, the...

August 14, 2025
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UK Army Mulls Drone Wingman for Apaches

The British Army is seeking an autonomous collaborative platform (ACP) to work with its Apache AH-64E attack helicopters. Similar to the Royal Air Force’s StormShroud ACP, this system will...

August 13, 2025
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USAF Starts $99M AI Tracking Program

The US Air Force is advancing a $99 million project called ATA-AI (Advanced Tracking Architecture Using AI) to counter rapidly evolving threats. Launched in 2024, the initiative focuses on...

August 13, 2025
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Lockheed Expands PH F-16 Block 70 Ties

Lockheed Martin has expanded cooperation with the Philippines as part of its bid to supply F-16 Block 70 multi-role fighters. In partnership with Southern Methodist University and its digital...

August 13, 2025
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Guam F-15 Basing Plan With SG Canceled

The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) has canceled plans to station up to 12 F-15SG fighters at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The project was originally introduced in...

August 11, 2025
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Algeria to get Su‑34M jets

Russia has commenced production of Su-34M supersonic combat aircraft for Algeria, confirming earlier speculation of a major arms deal between the two allies. Satellite images show several jets painted...

August 11, 2025
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UAE‑SK hold KF‑21 friendship flight

South Korea and the UAE have conducted joint evaluations of the KF-21 Boramae fighter at Sacheon Air Base, expanding their defense cooperation. The flight comes after an April 2025...

August 11, 2025
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US OKs Australia ISREW upgrade

The US has approved a $404 million Foreign Military Sale to upgrade Australia’s MC-55A Peregrine ISR and electronic warfare aircraft. The package includes spare parts, modifications, and technical assistance...

August 6, 2025
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Spain Chooses European Fighters Instead of US-Built F-35 Fighter Jets

Spain has officially ruled out buying US-made F-35 fighter jets, opting for European alternatives, according to a statement from the defense ministry that confirmed a report by El Pais....

August 6, 2025
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India Rejects Reports of Interest in South Korea’s KF-21 combat aircraft

India has clarified that it is not evaluating South Korea’s KF-21 Boramae fighter jet as part of its program to acquire 114 new multi-role aircraft, dispelling recent media reports...