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April 7, 2026
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Mobile Artillery System Explained

The CAESAR howitzer is a modern artillery system designed for speed and mobility. Mounted on a wheeled truck chassis, it delivers long-range firepower while allowing rapid repositioning after firing....

April 7, 2026
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PULS Artillery Contract Signed

Greece is strengthening its artillery capabilities by acquiring the PULS rocket system under a $750-million deal with Elbit Systems. The system can launch various types of rockets and missiles,...

April 6, 2026
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AI Swarm UAV Marks New Warfare Capability

The Sheshnag20 represents India’s move toward swarm-based drone warfare, offering enhanced coordination and adaptability. Unlike traditional drones, it operates as a networked system, allowing multiple units to execute missions...

April 6, 2026
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New Aerial Counter-UAV Capability in Development

Honeywell and Odys Aviation have jointly developed a next-generation airborne solution to counter drone threats over large areas. By combining the SAMURAI system with a VTOL aircraft, the platform...

April 6, 2026
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US Army Expands Artillery Manufacturing

BAE Systems has secured a contract from the US Army to accelerate production of key components for the M777 howitzer. The initiative responds to increased global demand and focuses...

April 6, 2026
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Ramjet UAV Concept for High-Speed Strikes

India is exploring high-speed loitering drones equipped with ramjet propulsion to enhance strike capabilities. These systems operate faster than conventional drones, enabling them to evade defenses and reach targets...

April 3, 2026
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Major Investment in Anti-UAV Defense

Sweden is investing over $900 million to improve its air defense systems and protect against drone threats. The plan includes buying new radar systems, anti-aircraft weapons, and electronic warfare...

April 2, 2026
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K9 Howitzer Proposed for US Mobile Artillery

Hanwha Defense is offering its K9 mobile howitzer to the US Army as part of a plan to replace older artillery systems. The K9 is already used in many...

March 31, 2026
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Adani Defence to Make 100,000 Guns

Adani Defence and Aerospace has announced its capability to produce up to 100,000 firearms annually, marking a major boost to India’s domestic defense manufacturing. The company has already delivered...

March 25, 2026
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L3Harris Boosts VAMPIRE Output

L3Harris Technologies has initiated high-volume production of its VAMPIRE counter-drone system at its Huntsville facility, responding to growing global demand for flexible air defense solutions. The system’s modular, vehicle-agnostic...