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June 11, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Army Awards $106M VAMPIRE Drone Deal

L3Harris has secured a US Army contract worth up to $106 million to supply additional VAMPIRE counter-drone systems as part of the Pentagon’s layered air defense strategy. The Vehicle...

June 10, 2026
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Land Platforms

UK Nears $94M Deal for H&K Machine Guns

The UK Ministry of Defence is preparing to award Heckler & Koch a ten-year contract valued at approximately £70 million ($94 million) for the continued supply of L7A2 General...

June 10, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Army Expands Tobyhanna Radar Test Center

Tobyhanna Army Depot is advancing a major infrastructure modernization effort aimed at expanding its radar testing and calibration capabilities to meet increasing military demand. The first phase of the...

June 8, 2026
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Air Platforms

Denmark gains access to JASSM-ER missiles

Denmark is investing in long-range strike power by adding JASSM-ER missiles to its F-35 arsenal. The advanced cruise missile allows targets to be engaged from hundreds of kilometers away,...

June 8, 2026
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Land Platforms

Italy moves ahead with amphibious vehicle buy

Italy is reinforcing its amphibious warfare capabilities with the purchase of additional AAV platforms from the United States. The vehicles will improve troop mobility, command functions, and recovery operations...

June 8, 2026
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Land Platforms

Saab to deliver combat training simulators

The US Army is investing in more realistic combat training through Saab’s VTESS technology. The system enables troops to train under battlefield-like conditions by tracking engagements, vehicle actions, and...

June 8, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Next-gen artillery projectile program advances

The ERAP program represents a major leap in artillery modernization. Future projectiles are expected to strike targets at significantly greater distances while maintaining high accuracy in contested environments. The...

June 8, 2026
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Soldier Systems

Japan supports NATO defense aid for Ukraine

Japan continues to expand its support for Ukraine through funding, technology cooperation, and defense partnerships. The latest contribution through NATO mechanisms reflects Tokyo’s commitment to international stability and highlights...

June 8, 2026
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Air Platforms

Palladyne, IAI Team on Pentagon Drones

The US Department of State has approved a potential $842-million Foreign Military Sale to Denmark for 200 Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles-Extended Range (JASSM-ER), significantly enhancing the long-range strike capabilities...

June 8, 2026
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Land Platforms

Airbus H145 Enters Uncrewed Era

The US State Department has approved a potential $30.6-million Foreign Military Sale to Italy covering seven Assault Amphibious Vehicles (AAVs) and associated support equipment. The package includes three AAVC-7A1...