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rigzone.comworld2 days ago
Pentagon Signs Framework Deals With Three Firms for New Cruise Missiles but No Orders Yet
The Pentagon reached framework agreements Wednesday with three companies for the U.S. Air Force’s Family of Affordable Mass Missiles program. The deals target missiles at roughly $218,000 each, compared with more than $1.3 million for existing standoff weapons. Actual purchases r…
world2 days ago
Pentagon Advances Plans to Buy 28,000 Low-Cost Cruise Missiles Over Five Years
The Pentagon is moving forward with contracts for a large purchase of standoff weapons priced lower than existing systems. The effort targets acquisition of 28,000 missiles within five years.
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prnewswire.compolitics2 days ago
Pentagon Withholds Annual GAO Report on F-35 Program Pending Classification Review
The Department of War prevented public access to a Government Accountability Office assessment of the F-35 Lightning II jet program. The GAO said the document included information flagged by the Pentagon.
politics8 days ago
Pentagon Signs Two Laser Weapon Agreements Worth Up to $847 Million
The Office of the Undersecretary of War for Research and Engineering finalized two Joint Laser Weapon System agreements on Thursday. The contracts, valued at $86 million initially, aim to develop directed-energy systems capable of countering drone swarms and other aerial threats.
theaviationist.compolitics9 days ago
NATO selects Saab to build next radar surveillance aircraft
NATO chose Saab over Boeing to develop its next airborne radar plane. The decision follows U.S. delays on the E-7 program.
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politics10 days ago
NATO Members Announce Aerial Surveillance Deals at Summit
Several NATO countries signed contracts for new airborne early-warning and maritime patrol aircraft during the alliance summit. The agreements cover systems from Sweden and the United States and are valued in the billions of dollars.
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Breaking Defensepolitics11 days ago
NATO Allies Plan Purchase of Up to Ten Saab GlobalEye Aircraft
NATO members intend to acquire as many as ten Saab GlobalEye surveillance planes. The aircraft would replace the alliance's older AWACS fleet.
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news.google.comworld15 days ago
Poland and Spain Sign Deal to Buy Four Airbus A330 Tankers
Poland and Spain have signed a memorandum to jointly purchase four Airbus A330 MRTT aircraft. The agreement allows Poland to increase its order from two to four units and receive the planes by 2030.
upi.comworld16 days ago
Hanwha Ocean Selected as Preferred Bidder for South Korea Navy Destroyer Project
Hanwha Ocean Co. was chosen to lead construction of six next-generation destroyers valued at 7.8 trillion won. The company prevailed over rival HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Co. in the Korea Destroyer Next Generation program.
politics16 days ago
Britain Announces 27% Defense Spending Increase Through 2030
The United Kingdom will raise defense spending by 27% in real terms by 2030 and reach 3.5% of GDP by 2035 under a new four-year plan. Officials published the Defense Investment Plan on Tuesday committing an additional $20 billion.
Atlantic Councilpolitics16 days ago
NATO establishes five pilot innovation ranges across Europe
NATO has set up five pilot innovation ranges in Europe to test emerging defense technologies. The sites allow companies and militaries to evaluate systems under realistic conditions before procurement decisions. The initiative supports the Rapid Adoption Action Plan approved in J…
indianexpress.comworld19 days ago
UK Drops Type 83 Destroyer Plan, Will Build Six Drone Vessels Instead
The government will cancel the Type 83 destroyer replacement and fund at least six Common Combat Vessels instead. The shift was announced on 28 June 2026 as part of a refreshed defence investment plan.
Defense Newspolitics23 days ago
Poland buys U.S. V-BAT drones for navy and gains role in Shield AI fighter program
The Polish Ministry of National Defence awarded a contract to Shield AI for V-BAT drones. Poland will become the first NATO eastern flank country to operate the system, with delivery planned for later in 2026.
yahoo.comworld32 days ago
Brazil to Buy 20 More Gripen Jets, All Single-Seat E Models
Brazil announced the additional order on June 4. Embraer expects to expand its final assembly work on the Swedish fighter at its Gavião Peixoto plant.
Defense Newsworld36 days ago
Eurosatory defense show attracts 30% more exhibitors
The 2026 Eurosatory exhibition near Paris opened with more than 2,600 exhibitors, a 30% increase from prior years. Organizers said the event offers European governments a final opportunity to acquire ready-to-deliver weapons before potential conflict with Russia.
rte.iefinance37 days ago
Treasury Department Disrupts Networks Supplying Weapons to Iranian Military
The Treasury Department has frozen Iranian regime assets and targeted foreign procurement networks that support Iranian military weapons purchases. Officials stated the actions aim to disrupt the economy and limit military capabilities.
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Breaking Defenseworld38 days ago
Lockheed Martin Offers HIMARS System to France With 18-Month Delivery Timeline
Lockheed Martin has proposed supplying its HIMARS artillery system to France. The offer includes an 18-month delivery schedule and aligns with France's €600 million program to replace aging LRU launchers.
Military.comworld38 days ago
House Panel Adds Right-to-Repair Provision to 2027 Defense Bill Draft
The House Armed Services Committee approved a bipartisan amendment Thursday that would require defense contractors to provide repair data and software for equipment purchased by the military. The measure is part of the drafting process for the fiscal year 2027 National Defense Au…
gamereactor.euworld38 days ago
Germany Considers F-35 Purchases After Ending Next-Generation Fighter Program
German defense officials outlined options for replacing a canceled multinational fighter jet effort. One path includes ordering more F-35 aircraft from the United States.
app.buzzsumo.comworld41 days ago
Germany Installs Engine in First F-35 Aircraft
Germany completed engine installation on its first F-35 stealth fighter. The step brings the aircraft closer to operational service. Officials have not released a service date.
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jurist.orgfinance47 days ago
Chinese Military Procurement Records Show Attempts to Obtain Nvidia Chips
An analysis of six years of procurement records indicates that the People’s Liberation Army sought to acquire restricted U.S. technology. The records detail repeated efforts to obtain Nvidia chips despite existing export controls.
theaviationist.comworld52 days ago
U.S. delivers first KC-46 refueling aircraft to Israel
The first of at least six KC-46 tanker aircraft arrived in Israel on May 27, 2026. Officials said the plane increases refueling capacity for long-range missions.
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indiatoday.intoday.inpolitics55 days ago
Cyprus Seeks Indian Loitering Munitions
Cypriot officials have expressed interest in acquiring two Indian loitering munitions systems. The request follows regional security concerns linked to spillover from the Iran conflict.
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Fox Newspolitics57 days ago
Army Reduces Helicopter Funding and Expands Drone Procurement in Fiscal 2027 Budget
Army leaders announced Wednesday that the fiscal year 2027 budget request cuts funding for Apache, Black Hawk and Chinook helicopters while increasing spending on drones and low-cost systems. The changes follow battlefield observations from Ukraine and the Middle East.
world60 days ago
Sweden to Sign $4 Billion Frigate Deal with French Company
Sweden plans to sign a $4 billion agreement for frigates from a French defense firm. The contract represents the country's largest military procurement since the 1980s.
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Le Mondeworld60 days ago
Sweden to Buy Four Frigates from France's Naval Group
Sweden will purchase four Luleå-class frigates from France's Naval Group. The deal is expected to triple the country's air defense capability and mark one of its largest defense investments since the 1980s.
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middleeasteye.networld60 days ago
Ford Discusses Supplying Military-Adapted F-Series Trucks to Forces in Europe and North America
Ford is in discussions to provide military-adapted versions of its F-Series Super Duty pickup trucks to armed forces in Europe and North America. Talks are described as productive, though no contract has been signed.
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interestingengineering.comworld61 days ago
Israeli Start-Up Kela Selected as Winner in U.S. Drone Lethality Challenge
Kela Technology was named one of five winners in the Defense Innovation Unit’s Lethality Challenge. The program tests small lethal drones for cost, scale, and performance under military scenarios.
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Abc Newspolitics65 days ago
Malaysia Objects to Norway Revoking Naval Missile Export License
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim condemned Norway’s revocation of an export license for the Naval Strike Missile system intended for Malaysia’s navy. The decision blocked delivery of missiles and launcher components for littoral combat ships after nearly 95 percent of the c…
rnz.co.nzpolitics65 days ago
UK to Buy 72 German-Designed RCH 155 Howitzers for Nearly £1bn to Replace Donated AS90s
The Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation awarded the contract to ARTEC GmbH on behalf of the British Army. The deal fulfils the Trinity House Agreement with Germany and will replace AS90 systems donated to Ukraine in 2023. Manufacturing will occur at sites in Telford and S…
finance65 days ago
Pentagon Announces Agreements With Defense Startups for Low-Cost Missile Production
The Department of Defense has signed agreements with four companies to develop and produce large numbers of low-cost cruise missiles under a new program. A fifth company will support low-cost hypersonic weapon efforts. The initiative seeks to expand the military industrial base b…
Breaking Defenseworld65 days ago
Air Force Establishes Requirements for New Unmanned Aircraft to Succeed MQ-9 Reaper
Air Force Maj. Gen. Christopher Niemi signed requirements on Monday for a new unmanned aircraft to replace the MQ-9A Reaper, which has been in service since 2007. The platform must feature open architectures, easy mass production and higher attrition tolerance to lower costs from…
dnaindia.comworld67 days ago
Israel Entered 2023 War With Weakened Domestic Weapons Production Capacity, State Comptroller Report Finds
A report by State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman published on May 12, 2026, found that Israel began the multi-front war with gaps in weapons stockpiles, weakened domestic production lines, and no comprehensive budgeted policy for maintaining arms independence.
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koreatimes.co.krpolitics67 days ago
US Navy Plans to Buy at Least 15 Next-Generation Battleships Over Next 30 Years
The US Navy released its congressionally mandated long-range shipbuilding plan on Monday, expanding from a previous commitment of three Trump-class battleships to at least 15 over the next 30 years. The first vessel is scheduled for delivery in 2036 at an estimated cost of at lea…
Financial Timespolitics69 days ago
Germany Plans Fresh Push to Acquire Tomahawk Missiles
Germany's defence minister intends to travel to Washington to discuss the purchase of Tomahawk missiles. The trip follows a disagreement between Chancellor Friedrich Merz and the U.S. president. The effort marks a renewed attempt by Germany to obtain the long-range weapons system…
nationalpost.comworld71 days ago
Poland Agrees With EU to Access €43.7 Billion in Loans for Defense
Poland reached an agreement with the European Commission to unlock €43.7 billion in loans designated for defense spending. The deal allows the funds to support record contracts with the country's domestic arms industry. It marks a significant step in Poland's military modernizati…
Defense Newsworld73 days ago
U.S. Army Requests $253 Billion Budget, Including 12.9% Increase in Research and Development
The U.S. Army submitted a $253 billion budget request that includes a $2.1 billion boost to research and development. Funds target next-generation command systems, tiltrotor aircraft, tank upgrades and missile defense transfers. Congressional leaders raised questions about reduce…
680news.comtechnology73 days ago
Canada Accelerates Procurement of Six New AEW&C Aircraft to Counter Missile and Air Threats
Ottawa is fast-tracking the purchase of new Airborne Early Warning and Control planes to counter hypersonic and cruise missile threats from Russia and China. The program will emphasize Canadian content with three competing platforms under review. The government plans to provide a…
Defense Newsworld75 days ago
Dutch Startup Intelic Launches European Military Drone Marketplace BASE
Dutch defense-technology startup Intelic has established a marketplace called BASE for military drones, uniting manufacturers from nine European countries. The platform enables defense ministries to compare and procure interoperable unmanned systems via Intelic's Nexus software.…
The War Zoneworld74 days agoUpdated
Israel's Defense Ministry Approves New F-35I and F-15IA Squadrons
Israel's Ministerial Committee on Procurement has approved acquiring two new fighter squadrons, one of F-35I and one of F-15IA, with deals estimated at tens of billions of shekels. The move, part of the Magen Israel program, follows operational lessons from recent conflicts inclu…
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en.globes.co.ilworld75 days agoUpdated
Israel Approves Plan to Purchase F-35 and F-15 Jets from United States
Israel's defense ministry has approved a plan to buy two new squadrons of F-35 and F-15Ia aircraft from Lockheed Martin and Boeing. The deal, worth tens of billions of shekels, comes amid reflections on recent conflicts. A U.S. military officer highlighted the role of American su…
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montrealgazette.comworld76 days ago
Israel Detains 21 Suspects in Attempted Passover Sacrifice at Al-Aqsa Compound
Israeli police detained 21 individuals suspected of attempting to perform a Passover sacrifice at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, according to reports. Separate developments include Israel's approval of fighter jet purchases from U.S. companies and ongoing tensions with Iran. Other…
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jns.orgworld76 days ago
Israel Approves Purchase of Additional F-35 and F-15 Aircraft to Secure Air Superiority
Israel has approved the acquisition of more F-35 and F-15 fighter jets, citing lessons from the recent conflict with Iran. The country's defense minister stated that securing air superiority for the coming decades is necessary. The announcement was reported amid ongoing regional…
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sbs.com.aupolitics81 days ago
Australian Opposition Urges Consideration of Long-Range Bombers as AUKUS Contingency
Australia's shadow defence minister suggested acquiring U.S.-made B-21 bombers to provide long-range strike capabilities if the AUKUS submarine plan faces delays. He highlighted risks in the submarine acquisition while affirming support for the pact. The government also announced…
thehindu.comfinance83 days agoUpdated
Trump Halts Envoy Trip to Pakistan Amid Review of Iran's 14-Point Peace Proposal
President Trump canceled a planned trip by envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff to Islamabad, citing the current state of peace negotiations with Iran. He is reviewing a new proposal from Tehran that includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending the US naval blockade.
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world85 days ago
U.S. Orders Approximately 4,300 JASSM-ER Cruise Missiles from Lockheed
The U.S. is placing an order for about 4,300 JASSM-ER cruise missiles from Lockheed. The deal is valued at roughly $6 billion to $7 billion, according to a report. The missiles are designed for long-range precision strikes and are used by the U.S. military.
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theaviationist.comworld86 days ago
Peru Defers $3.5 Billion F-16 Purchase; Two Ministers Resign
Peru's interim President Jose Maria Balcazar announced the deferral of a decision on purchasing F-16 fighter jets from Lockheed Martin, leading to the resignations of the defense and foreign ministers. The U.S. ambassador to Peru expressed concerns over the delay. The decision co…
news.sky.comworld87 days ago
Turkey Secures 44 Eurofighter Jets from UK in $10.7 Billion Deal
Turkey has obtained 44 Eurofighter jets from the UK under a $10.7 billion agreement, as reported by @MarioNawfal. A full mockup of the jet is scheduled to appear at Istanbul's SAHA 2026 expo in May. The deal occurs amid U.S. sanctions and highlights Turkey's efforts to enhance it…
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Trump Administration Proposes $2 Billion for Lockheed Martin's AIM-260 Missile Program
The Trump administration's proposed budget includes $2 billion for Lockheed Martin's AIM-260 air-to-air missile program. The funding supports the classified weapon system. Details on production and deployment remain limited due to its classified status.
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