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September 17, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Spain’s First F-110 Frigate Launched Early

Navantia has marked a major achievement in Spain’s naval modernization drive with the launch of F-111 Bonifaz, the first of the advanced F-110-class frigates. This event, occurring more than...

September 17, 2025
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Air Platforms

Japan Sends F-15s to NATO Bases Abroad

Japan has launched Operation “Atlantic Eagles,” a high-profile deployment of fighter jets and support aircraft to NATO facilities across the US, Canada, the UK, and Germany. The mission, which...

September 17, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

US Clears $570M AMRAAM Sale to Dutch

The US government has given its approval for a possible arms sale valued at $570 million to the Netherlands, involving RTX’s AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAMs). Under...

September 17, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Thales, BAE Partner on UK Sub Sonar

Thales and BAE Systems are moving forward into a new stage of their long-standing partnership, focusing specifically on strengthening the sonar capabilities of the UK’s submarine fleet. For more...

September 17, 2025
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Training and Simulation

X10 Delta Drone Tested for Grenade Drops

The Joint Multinational Training Group–Ukraine (JMTG-U), spearheaded by the United States to enhance Ukrainian military capabilities, has completed a live-fire evaluation that underscores the evolving role of unmanned systems...

September 17, 2025
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Land Platforms

Turkey Unveils KORKUT 100/25 SB

ASELSAN, Turkey’s leading defense electronics company, has rolled out the KORKUT 100/25 SB, a next-generation mobile counter-unmanned aerial vehicle platform. Designed as a direct evolution of the KORKUT self-propelled...

September 17, 2025
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Soldier Systems

Safran Debuts Next-Gen IR Binoculars

Safran has unveiled its latest electro-optical innovation, the JIM SHARPHAWK, designed as the direct successor to its highly successful JIM Compact infrared binoculars. This next-generation system represents a significant...

September 16, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Terma Wins Major Naval Deal in MEA

Danish defense firm Terma has signed its largest naval agreement in the Middle East and Africa with Albwardy Damen. The contract includes C-Flex Tactical Mission Systems, SCANTER 6002 radars,...

September 16, 2025
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Training and Simulation

Poland, Ukraine Begin Counter-Drone Drills

Poland and Ukraine have agreed to joint counter-drone training amid rising Russian incursions near Polish territory. The program, to be held in Poland, focuses on drone detection, interception, and...

September 16, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Rafael Unveils Largest Iron Beam Laser

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has unveiled the Iron Beam 450, its largest laser air-defense platform, at DSEI 2025. The 450-mm aperture system provides longer range, faster response, and lower...