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August 5, 2025
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V-BAT Drone Test Completed by US Coast Guard for Fleetwide Launch

The US Coast Guard has concluded trials of the V-BAT UAS, clearing the platform for future operations aboard its cutters. Run by the Coast Guard’s Research and Development Center,...

‘Emilio Bianchi’ Frigate Officially Commissioned by Italian Navy

As part of a joint defense initiative with France under OCCAR’s supervision, the Italian Navy has received the advanced Emilio Bianchi frigate. Built at Fincantieri’s northern Italian shipyards in...

Navy of the US Developing Autonomous Ships for Freight Missions

To improve logistics and operational reach, the US Navy is seeking proposals for a new class of unmanned surface vessels (USVs) capable of carrying containerized payloads. The initiative, managed...

August 5, 2025
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Air Platforms

Swedish Jets Secured in $600 Million Thai Defense Deal

Thailand approved the purchase of four Gripen fighter jets from Sweden, following recent border hostilities with Cambodia that ended in a ceasefire last week. The $600 million agreement for...

Dutch Lead NATO in Acquiring US Military Equipment for Ukraine

According to the Dutch defense ministry, the Netherlands will acquire €500 million ($577 million) worth of U.S. weapons for Ukraine—becoming the first NATO member to fully support a package...

Royal Thai Army Deploys Laser Weapon to Defend Against Drone Threats

To address the rising danger of UAV incursions, the Royal Thai Army has rolled out a high-energy laser weapon. This directed energy weapon (DEW) is said to fire a...

August 5, 2025
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Land Platforms

V-BAT Drone Test Completed by US Coast Guard for Fleetwide Launch

‘Emilio Bianchi’ Frigate Officially Commissioned by Italian Navy

Navy of the US Developing Autonomous Ships for Freight Missions

Swedish Jets Secured in $600 Million Thai Defense Deal

Dutch Lead NATO in Acquiring US Military Equipment for Ukraine

Royal Thai Army Deploys Laser Weapon to Defend Against Drone Threats

Germany Places Major Order for 1,300+ Rheinmetall Tactical Trucks

Slovenia Expands IRIS-T SLM Air Defense Fleet with Two Additional Units

Australia Signs Deal to Acquire 11 Cutting-Edge Warships from Japan

Taiwan Sets Out Special Defense Budget to Boost Drone and Missile Capabilities