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May 13, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Vatn Introduces a Novel Underwater Vehicle That Combines the Functions of a Torpedo, EW, and Sensor

Rhode Island’s Vatn Systems has debuted the Skelmir S12, a flexible underwater vehicle that can function as a torpedo, sensor platform, or EW tool. The 12.75-inch (32 cm) system...

The United States has authorized a $1.4 billion arms deal with the UAE.

Ahead of President Donald Trump’s scheduled visit this week, the U.S. State Department has cleared a $1.4 billion arms deal with the United Arab Emirates, officials confirmed Monday. The...

May 12, 2025
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Training and Simulation

Polish pilots finish their training on the F-35A Lightning II.

Poland’s first group of F-35A Lightning II pilots has finished training at Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Arkansas, becoming the first foreign personnel to do so. Their instruction...

May 12, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

With Improved Anti-Drone Capabilities, AeroVironment Launches ‘Titan 4’ System

AeroVironment’s newly launched Titan 4 counter-drone system leverages RF capabilities to detect and neutralize hostile drones. This latest iteration is significantly more compact—17% lighter and 73% smaller than the...

The UK to Supply Ukraine With Additional Raven Air Defense Systems

The UK will send five more Raven air defense systems to Ukraine, boosting Kyiv’s total to 13. The move is part of Britain’s “Kindred” program aimed at reinforcing Ukrainian...

May 12, 2025
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Land Platforms

Poland Receives Second Shipment of M1A2 Abrams from the United States

Poland has received an additional shipment of M1A2 Abrams tanks from the US as part of a 2022 foreign military sale. The 19 newly delivered tanks feature the SEP...

May 9, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

With a $337 million investment, Lithuania will strengthen its domestic defense sector.

Lithuania is launching a 300-million-euro ($337.4 million) investment under the Vytis Initiative to become a key defense industry hub in the region. The country will act as a “one-stop...

May 8, 2025
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Land Platforms

Arquus provides Cyprus with Sherpa armored vehicles that have Akeron missile launchers.

The Cypriot National Guard will receive 12 Sherpa station wagon vehicles from Arquus, each equipped with Akeron missile launchers, as part of a newly confirmed agreement revealed in Athens....

May 8, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Sweden and Nammo strike a $186 million agreement for ammunition manufacture.

Nammo has signed a $186 million agreement with Sweden to deliver small-caliber ammunition from 2026 to 2028. The deal, part of a 10-year framework contract, is Stockholm’s largest ammunition...

New F-35 Lightning fighters arrive in Japan from the United States

Three F-35 Lightning II jets have arrived in Japan from the US, landing at Komatsu Air Base in Ishikawa. Outfitted with the advanced TR-3 avionics system—featuring a new display,...