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April 1, 2026
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Naval Platforms

UK Upgrades Lyme Bay for Minehunting

The Royal Navy is transforming RFA Lyme Bay into a hub for autonomous mine countermeasure operations by integrating advanced uncrewed systems. The upgrade equips the vessel with modular command-and-control...

April 1, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Latvia Builds Next-Gen Defense Catamaran

Latvia is advancing its maritime defense capabilities with the development of the LNT-27 tactical catamaran, a next-generation offshore vessel tailored for modern security challenges. Designed as a multi-role platform,...

April 1, 2026
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Land Platforms

India Buys Russian System for Low Threats

Indian Ministry of Defence has procured the Tunguska air defense system from Rosoboronexport to enhance protection against low-flying threats such as drones and cruise missiles. The system combines surface-to-air...

April 1, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Mitsubishi Delivers 5th Taigei Sub

The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force has received its fifth Taigei-class submarine, JS Chōgei (SS-517), built by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. The submarine represents a new generation of underwater warfare platforms...

April 1, 2026
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Air Platforms

Pratt Wins $3.8B F-35 Engine Contract

The US Department of Defense has awarded Pratt & Whitney a $3.8 billion contract to produce F135 engines for the F-35 Lightning II, reinforcing the backbone of the Joint...

April 1, 2026
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Soldier Systems

IDF Receives X95 Micro-TAVOR Rifles

Israel Weapon Industries, part of SK Group, has delivered thousands of X95 Micro-TAVOR rifles to the Israel Defense Forces, reinforcing infantry capabilities across multiple combat roles. The X95, already...

April 1, 2026
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Air Platforms

US Clears $3.16B AIM-260 Sale to Australia

The United States has taken a significant step in expanding allied air combat capabilities by approving a potential $3.16 billion sale of the AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile to...

March 31, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

India Offers Drone Tech to Colombia

India, led by Bharat Electronics Limited, has offered Colombia advanced drone and counter-drone systems, including AI-enabled swarm technologies and anti-drone shields. The proposal addresses Colombia’s growing drone threats and...

March 31, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

IAF to Get Mountain Radars in BEL Deal

Bharat Electronics Limited has secured a ₹1,950 crore contract from India’s defence ministry to supply two indigenously developed mountain radars for the Indian Air Force. Designed by DRDO, these...

March 31, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

India Develops Swarm Drone Launcher

The Indian Army has launched a program to develop a Multi-Barrel Swarm Launcher System, designed to deploy coordinated drone or missile swarms for saturation attacks. The system will support...