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November 19, 2024
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Missile and Missile Defense

India Tests Precision-Strike Version of Pinaka Rocket System

India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully concluded flight testing of the Guided Pinaka Multi-Barrel Rocket Launcher (MBRL). Conducted in three phases, the tests evaluated various performance...

November 19, 2024
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Croatia to Buy 6 Bayraktar TB2 Drones in $95 Million Agreement

The Croatian government has approved a $95 million deal to purchase six Bayraktar TB2 drones, with delivery expected in 2026. The package includes a command and control center, an...

November 19, 2024
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Pentagon, UK, Australia Forge Hypersonic Testing Alliance

The Pentagon has announced a new partnership with Australia and the United Kingdom to advance hypersonic testing, aiming to enhance testing facilities and boost information sharing among the three...

November 18, 2024
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China’s New PL-15E Missile and J-35A Stealth Jet Seen as Major Threat to India

The Zhuhai Air Show in Guangdong province, southern China, showcases an impressive lineup including the J-20, Russia’s fifth-generation Su-57 fighter, and the newly unveiled J-35A. Also featured are a...

November 18, 2024
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Textron Secures $277M Deal for T-54A Trainers With U.S. Military

Textron Aviation has secured a $277 million contract to manufacture next-generation T-54A trainer aircraft for the U.S. military. Under procurement lots 2 and 3, a total of 26 aircraft...

November 15, 2024
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Kongsberg Lands $900M US Navy Deal for Naval Strike Missiles

The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps have entered into a five-year agreement with Kongsberg for the supply of its Naval Strike Missiles (NSMs). Valued at 10 billion kroner ($900...

November 15, 2024
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Taiwan Gets First ATACMS Missile Shipment From US

Taiwan has received its initial shipment of MGM-140 Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) from the United States. While the exact number of missiles delivered remains undisclosed, state-run media outlet...

November 15, 2024
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Leonardo to Supply ATR 42 Patrol Aircraft to Italian Coast Guard

Leonardo has secured a contract to supply a Multirole Maritime Patrol Aircraft based on the ATR 42-600 commercial platform for the Italian Coast Guard. The acquisition supports the service’s...

November 14, 2024
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Morocco Purchases Akinci Drones from Turkey – Report

Morocco is reportedly set to receive an unspecified number of Bayraktar Akinci drones from Turkey, with deliveries expected to begin in February next year, according to local media. This...

November 13, 2024
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Euroatlas Debuts ‘Greyshark’ Underwater Drone

German defense and engineering company Euroatlas has unveiled its latest autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV), Greyshark, developed for undersea reconnaissance and surveillance missions. The advanced system was introduced at the...