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February 27, 2026
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New Rheinmetall Network Connects Forces

German defense company Rheinmetall presented a network-centric warfare concept linking soldiers, support units, and distributed sensors. The approach centers on the Gladius Light soldier system and Smart Mobile Observation...

February 26, 2026
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Germany Orders ELCAN Specter DR Sights

Germany has awarded RTX’s Raytheon ELCAN optical systems division a contract to supply a customized version of the Specter DR 1-4x weapon sight as part of its ongoing soldier...

February 26, 2026
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Battelle Wins $93M US Biodefense Contract

Battelle has been awarded the Defense Threat Reduction Agency’s Scientific and Technical Engagement Partnership (STEP) 2.0 contract to advance biological threat mitigation efforts. The agreement includes a $52.9 million...

February 24, 2026
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Rheinmetall Reveals Lighter Combat Gear

Rheinmetall has unveiled a new lightweight combat helmet and modular body armor system, designed to improve soldier protection while reducing fatigue. The equipment offers configurable protection levels, improved comfort,...

February 23, 2026
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Data Tech Enhances Romania Battlefield Drills

Romania’s armed forces are adopting a digital training assessment platform that captures real-time performance data during combat exercises. By monitoring movement, firing accuracy, and timing, commanders can accurately evaluate...

February 23, 2026
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Seoul Plans 100 Military Tech Firms by 2030

South Korea is launching a large-scale effort to support defense innovation by developing 100 startups and encouraging 30 high-growth companies by 2030. The program provides funding, military collaboration, and...

February 20, 2026
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Italy Weighs 60% Military Expansion

Italy is considering increasing its armed forces personnel from about 170,000 to 275,000 over the next 18 years. The proposal, presented to Defense Minister Guido Crosetto, would include a...

February 20, 2026
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Wales Hub for UK Uncrewed Systems

The UK government has awarded Wales a £50-million Defence Growth Deal to expand its role in autonomous and uncrewed military technologies. The initiative will enhance testing infrastructure, workforce development,...

February 18, 2026
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Taiwan Army to Evaluate Advanced Arms in Field Exercise

Taiwan’s military is organizing a live-fire exercise to validate unit readiness and operational integration of newly acquired weapons systems. Preparatory efforts include ammunition reviews, maintenance work, and public engagement....

February 11, 2026
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LightPath Wins $9.6M IR Camera Contract

LightPath Technologies has won a $9.6-million contract to deliver cooled infrared camera systems for defense and security applications. The systems feature integrated cooling to reduce thermal signatures while maintaining...