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January 6, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Saudi Arabia Cleared to Purchase U.S. Lightweight Torpedoes in $78.5M Deal

The United States has authorized a prospective $78.5 million foreign military sale to Saudi Arabia for MK 54 MOD 0 lightweight torpedoes. The package includes 20 operational torpedoes, spare...

January 3, 2025
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Embraer Secures Order to Supply Four A-29 Super Tucanos to Africa

A new agreement has been signed between Embraer and an African country for the delivery of four A-29 Super Tucano aircraft. These light attack and training platforms will be...

January 3, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Interim Polar Icebreaker Commissioned by US Coast Guard

To support the modernization of its polar cutter fleet, the US Coast Guard has received the MV Aiviq, a commercially available icebreaker provided by Offshore Service Vessels. Acquired under...

January 3, 2025
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Land Platforms

RTX Secures $946 Million Agreement to Supply Romania with More Patriot Air Defense Systems

To strengthen its air defense network, Romania has placed a third order for Patriot missile systems, with RTX securing a $946 million contract to fulfill the request. The new...

January 3, 2025
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Missile and Missile Defense

Tokyo to Buy 1,200 U.S.-Made AMRAAM Missiles in Multi-Billion Dollar Agreement

Japan has received approval from the U.S. State Department for a potential $3.64 billion purchase of Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAMs). The proposed sale includes 1,200 AIM-120D-3 and AIM-120C-8...

January 2, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

First Shipment of BROLIS Night Combat Devices Arrives for Lithuanian Armed Forces

Lithuania has received the initial installment of night combat gear under a €17 million ($17.7 million) defense investment initiative to enhance soldier effectiveness. The package comprises BROLIS LP5X laser...

January 2, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Beijing Debuts New Amphibious Warship with Fighter Jet Launch Capability

The People’s Liberation Army Navy of China has launched the Sichuan, its inaugural amphibious assault vessel of the Type 076 class. With a displacement surpassing 40,000 tons, a twin-island...

January 2, 2025
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Land Platforms

Iveco Secures Contract to Deliver Over 1,400 Next-Generation Logistics Vehicles to Italy’s Military

In a move to strengthen its aerial surveillance capabilities, China has introduced the KJ-3000, a next-generation AEW&C aircraft. Developed using the homegrown Y-20 transport aircraft as its base, the...

January 2, 2025
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