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July 10, 2026
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New EOS RWS combines drone detection and defeat

Electro Optic Systems is advancing Australia’s counter-unmanned aircraft capability through the development of an integrated remote weapon station that combines kinetic firepower with precision-guided munitions. The R400 SLINGER merges...

July 10, 2026
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Poland could build M88A2 support vehicles

BAE Systems is broadening its industrial partnership with Poland to establish comprehensive sustainment capabilities for the M88A2 Hercules armored recovery vehicle. The cooperation includes maintenance, overhaul, logistics support, and...

July 7, 2026
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Training and Simulation

AI VR Training Heads to US Air National Guard

The US Air National Guard is evaluating an advanced virtual reality training solution designed to improve military readiness through immersive simulation. Developed by Virtuix, the Omni One platform combines...

July 7, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Poland to Host Anduril Barracuda Missile Plant

Poland’s defense industry is expanding its precision-strike manufacturing capability through a new partnership between PGZ and American defense technology company Anduril. The agreement establishes local production of the Barracuda-500M...

July 7, 2026
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Naval Platforms

TKMS Wins Canada’s Next-Gen Submarine Program

Canada has chosen Germany’s Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems to lead one of the country’s most ambitious naval modernization programs. The project will replace the Royal Canadian Navy’s aging Victoria-class submarines...

July 6, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

UK Drops Meteor Upgrade for New Missile

The UK has decided against a mid-life upgrade for the Meteor beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile and will instead pursue a next-generation replacement through its Future Air Superiority Effectors (FASE) program....

July 6, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Indonesia Begins Scorpène Submarine Build

Indonesia’s PT PAL and France’s Naval Group have commenced construction of the first two Evolved Scorpène submarines, marking a significant milestone in the country’s naval modernization program. Built under...

July 6, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Hanwha Unveils Missile-Armed Robot Warship

Hanwha Systems has introduced the Striker-S unmanned surface vessel, a modular naval platform designed to operate alongside crewed warships and shore-based command centers. Capable of carrying up to 10...

July 6, 2026
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Air Platforms

Germany Unveils 950-Km Stealth Drone

German company Quantum Cyber has unveiled the PHANTOM-950, a long-range stealth unmanned aerial system designed for operations in contested airspace. Featuring a blended-wing configuration and multi-stage propulsion system, the...

July 5, 2026
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Air Platforms

Eurofighter Typhoon: Complete Fighter Guide

The Eurofighter Typhoon is one of Europe’s leading multirole combat aircraft, designed to perform air superiority, precision strike, and reconnaissance missions with exceptional flexibility. Developed jointly by the UK,...