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October 6, 2025
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Italy Debuts AI-Driven 30mm Naval Turret

Leonardo has unveiled the Lionfish 30, a next-generation naval turret featuring advanced automation and artificial intelligence to enhance precision and situational awareness at sea. Developed for the Italian Navy’s...

October 5, 2025
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US Navy Plans Phalanx CIWS Upgrade Program

A naval sustainment plan is being implemented to keep the fleet’s final shipboard defensive mounts mission-ready through a coordinated upgrade and overhaul cycle. The initiative ties production support to...

October 4, 2025
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Cyprus Shows Tamnava Rockets at 2025 Parade

A Mediterranean defense force publicly displayed a recently acquired modular rocket-launch system during a national parade, signaling deeper security ties with an external supplier and a step toward modernizing...

October 3, 2025
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Pentagon Tests Drone Interceptors With Anduril

Work is underway to fast-track next-generation interceptors aimed at neutralizing larger military drones that pose growing risks to forces and infrastructure. Two technology firms were selected through a competitive...

September 30, 2025
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AI Weapon Bullfrog Enters Naval Drone Fight

A new defense contract will see an autonomous weapon system adapted for maritime platforms, marking its first major expansion beyond land operations. The system, known for its use of...

September 29, 2025
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Latvia Builds New Ammunition Plant

A Baltic nation has partnered with a European defense group to establish a new ammunition production site. The project will include a complete shell production line, local workforce integration,...

September 29, 2025
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Taiwan Shows $1-Per-Shot Drone-Killer Laser

A defense exhibition showcased a new solid-state fiber laser unveiled by a local aerospace firm. Operating at a wavelength optimized for coastal air conditions, the system is designed to...

September 26, 2025
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US Army Boosts MK22 Rifle Buy With $14M

The American land forces have expanded their agreement with a Tennessee-based arms maker to acquire additional kits for their new modular sniper system. The weapon allows soldiers to switch...

September 26, 2025
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US Army Orders $640M in 155mm Shells

The army has secured a large-scale contract to acquire high explosive artillery rounds to support its weapons program. The deal addresses growing demand for non-standard munitions used by partners...

September 25, 2025
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Iran Debuts MIAAD 120mm Laser-Guided Mortar

A defense ministry unveiled a 120mm semi-active laser-guided mortar round intended to deliver precision indirect-fire capability from standard smoothbore mortar tubes. The munition was presented at a regional defense...