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February 13, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

RTX BBN Tests 5G, Radar Spectrum Sharing

BBN Technologies has been selected to head a multi-partner initiative focused on real-time spectrum coordination between 5G infrastructure and defense radar operations. Sponsored by the DoD and National Spectrum...

February 13, 2026
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Air Platforms

US Awards Six Hypersonic Tech Contracts

Through its S²MARTS OTA framework, JHTO has contracted six organizations to mature technologies critical to sustained hypersonic flight. The awards focus on solving thermal management, maneuverability, and precision targeting...

February 13, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Army Tests Next-Gen Rocket-Assisted Rounds

At Yuma Proving Ground, the Army is testing an advanced rocket-assisted artillery munition designed to exceed current range limits and deliver greater accuracy. The NGRAP program seeks to modernize...

February 13, 2026
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Air Platforms

Spain Gets First A400M With InShield

Spain has received a modified A400M fitted with Indra’s InShield DIRCM, marking a step toward enhanced aircraft survivability. Following structural integration and testing, the system will undergo operational evaluation...

February 13, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Malaysia to Receive Naval Strike Missiles

Malaysia will take delivery of Norway’s Naval Strike Missile in March as it moves forward with plans to replace its 29-year-old Exocet MM40 Block 2 inventory. Defence Minister Datuk...

February 13, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Slovakia to Supply SAM-120 Mortars

Azerbaijan has reached a defense procurement agreement with Slovakia for the acquisition of SAM-120 automated mortar systems under a framework deal covering 96 units initially, with potential expansion to...

February 12, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Taiwan Expands PAC-3 Missile Inventory

Taiwan has expanded its Patriot missile arsenal by procuring 102 PAC-3 MSE interceptors using surplus procurement funds valued at roughly NT$20 billion. Additional acquisitions may be financed through a...

February 12, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Pentagon Tightens Oversight on Arms Exports

The US Department of Defense has realigned the Defense Security Cooperation Agency and the Defense Technology Security Administration under the Office of Acquisition and Sustainment to improve efficiency in...

February 11, 2026
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Soldier Systems

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...

February 11, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

L3Harris, Saudi Sign AI Defense Pact

L3Harris has signed a cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia to explore localization of advanced C4ISR and AI capabilities. The memorandum, signed with Saudi investment and military authorities, focuses on...