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June 24, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

India Advances Stealth Carrier Combat Drone

India has unveiled plans for a carrier-capable Naval Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (NUCAV), marking a significant advancement in the country’s naval aviation modernization strategy. Derived from the indigenous Ghatak...

June 23, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

First IRIS-T SLM Delivery Strengthens Estonia’s Layered Air Defense

The Estonian Air Defence Wing has officially received its first IRIS-T SLM air defense system from Diehl Defence at Ämari Air Base, strengthening the country’s ability to counter a...

June 23, 2026
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Land Platforms

New Teledyne Sensor Suite Enhances Vehicle Awareness on the Battlefield

A new generation of vehicle vision technology has been introduced by Teledyne FLIR Defense through its integrated 360-degree situational awareness suite, which combines three high-definition sensing systems for enhanced...

June 23, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Dutch Defense Partnership Boosts Thales Radar Production Capabilities

Thales has secured an agreement with the Netherlands’ Ministry of Defence to enhance radar production and testing infrastructure, with major investments planned at the company’s Hengelo site. The modernization...

June 21, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Akash-NG Optimized for Cruise Missile Threats

India’s Akash-NG air defense system has been optimized to counter large-scale cruise missile saturation attacks, one of the most demanding challenges in modern air warfare. Featuring an indigenous active...

June 21, 2026
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Air Platforms

US Tests Japan’s Advanced Amphibious Aircraft

The ShinMaywa US-2 amphibious aircraft is gaining attention as one of the most advanced seaplanes in operation, with the United States incorporating the platform into joint exercises to improve...

June 20, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

N-CATS May Become Carrier Combat Drone

The Indian Navy and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited are advancing the Navy Combat Air Teaming System (N-CATS), a carrier-capable Loyal Wingman unmanned combat aerial vehicle intended to operate alongside naval...

June 20, 2026
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Air Platforms

Tejas Re-Engine Plan Needs Major Redesign

Aerospace experts have highlighted the complexity of replacing the General Electric F404-IN20 engine powering India’s Tejas Mk1A fighter aircraft. According to former HAL engineers, integrating an alternative engine such...

June 20, 2026
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Land Platforms

DRDO-Kalyani Advance Next-Gen WhAP

DRDO and the Kalyani Group have revealed a significantly enhanced version of the Wheeled Armoured Platform (WhAP) 8×8, transforming it into a more capable infantry combat vehicle. The upgraded...

June 19, 2026
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Land Platforms

Leopard Maker Reveals Tank With Robotic Wingers

KNDS has unveiled the CAPINT (Intermediary Capability) main battle tank concept, a next-generation armored platform proposed for the French Army. Built on the proven Leopard 2 A8 chassis and...