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February 22, 2026
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France’s Engine Bid Highlights Accelerated Schedule and Total Technology Transfer

According to senior sources, India’s deliberations on a future indigenous jet engine programme are increasingly tilting in favour of the French engine manufacturer, which is viewed as technically comparable...

Golden Horizon ALBM Reportedly Pitched by Israel to India for Long-Range Strike Capability

In a development that could significantly enhance India’s long-range strike capabilities, Israel has reportedly proposed supplying the Golden Horizon Air-Launched Ballistic Missile (ALBM) to New Delhi. If discussions advance,...

February 21, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Europe’s Major Defense Powers Introduce Cost-Effective Air Shield Program

Five of Europe’s leading military nations on Friday unveiled a joint initiative to rapidly develop low-cost drones, reflecting how the war in Ukraine has transformed modern combat through the...

February 20, 2026
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Naval Platforms

US Navy Hunts for Lead Shipyard to Head Medium Landing Ship Project

The US Navy has released a request for proposals seeking a Vessel Construction Manager (VCM) to supervise the building of the US Marine Corps’ Medium Landing Ship, with the...

February 20, 2026
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Land Platforms

Lithuania Now Largest Non-US JLTV User With Fleet Reaching 500 Vehicles

Lithuania has completed the delivery of 500 US-produced Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTVs) under a 2019 foreign military sales agreement with Washington. The government confirmed the milestone after taking...

Italy Eyes Major Military Growth With $7B Modernization Blueprint

Italy is weighing a major expansion of its armed forces, with plans to increase troop numbers by more than 60 percent over the next 18 years at an estimated...

February 20, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

US Navy Looks to Acquire Next-Gen Anti-Radar Weapon for Air and Surface Threats

The US Navy has begun market research for a next-generation long-range anti-radiation missile capable of engaging both aerial and land-based targets. Anti-radiation weapons are built to detect, home in...

February 20, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

V2X Lands Role in $25B Pentagon Tech and Engineering Framework

V2X has secured a position on a $25-billion Pentagon engineering and technology contract designed to modernize aging systems, tackle microelectronics obsolescence, and speed up the integration of artificial intelligence....

February 20, 2026
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Air Platforms

KC-390 Refueling Boom Project Launched by Embraer and Northrop for US Bid

Embraer and Northrop Grumman have partnered to enhance the aerial refueling capabilities of the KC-390 Millennium, positioning the aircraft for potential adoption by the United States and allied air...

$34M Capital Injection Accelerates Terra Industries’ Security Tech Expansion in Africa

Nigeria-based drone developer Terra Industries has secured $34 million in new funding — including $22 million raised in less than two weeks — to scale up its manufacturing operations....