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January 19, 2026
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Rheinmetall, EM&E Offer Spain Rocket System

EM&E Group and Rheinmetall Expal Munitions have submitted a joint proposal to Spain’s Ministry of Defence to develop a nationally controlled rocket artillery system under the SILAM program. The...

January 18, 2026
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SM-2 Block IIIC/CU Enhancements Boost US Navy Medium-Range Defense

The SM‑2 Block IIIC/CU medium‑range surface‑to‑air missile was on display at SNA 2026, highlighting how the U.S. Navy is modernizing its long‑serving Standard Missile‑2 inventory. Known as the RIM‑66P,...

January 15, 2026
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US Commits $1B to L3Harris Missile Solutions

L3Harris’ Missile Solutions unit is set to receive a $1 billion investment from the US to increase domestic production of solid rocket motors for key missile systems. The funding...

January 13, 2026
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Britain to Develop Tactical Missiles for Ukraine

The UK has launched Project Nightfall, an ambitious program aimed at developing ground-launched tactical ballistic missiles for Ukraine to enhance long-range strike capabilities against Russian forces. Designed to carry...

January 12, 2026
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SpaceX Wins Missile Warning Satcom Role

The US Space Systems Command has awarded SpaceX contracts worth $739 million to launch missile warning and tracking satellites into low-Earth orbit for the Space Development Agency and the...

January 12, 2026
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Sweden Commits $1.6B to Strengthen Air Defense

Sweden announced plans to invest 15 billion kronor ($1.6 billion) to strengthen its air defense capabilities, with a focus on protecting civilian and critical infrastructure targets. The move reflects...

January 11, 2026
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Russia’s Oreshnik Missile Raises NATO Concerns

Russia has confirmed the use of its new Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missile in a strike against the Ukrainian city of Lviv, marking only the second known operational deployment of...

January 11, 2026
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Northrop Wins Navy Deal for Rocket Motor

The U.S. Navy has awarded Northrop Grumman a $94.3-million contract to develop and qualify a new 21-inch second-stage solid rocket motor intended to extend the reach of the Standard...

January 9, 2026
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Northrop Launches Redesigned ICBM Target

The successful debut launch of Northrop Grumman’s new ICBM target vehicle highlights a growing shift toward digital engineering in US missile defense testing. Designed to better replicate modern ballistic...

January 9, 2026
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OMTAS Missiles Boost Kosovo Anti-Tank Forces

The latest delivery of OMTAS anti-tank missiles strengthens Kosovo’s ability to counter armored vehicles and hardened targets. Developed by Turkey, the missile is optimized for flexible deployment and has...