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February 24, 2026
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General Atomics Christens YFQ-42A Drone ‘Dark Merlin’ in Loyal Wingman Program

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI) has chosen the name “Dark Merlin” for its YFQ-42A unmanned aircraft proposed under the United States Air Force Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program....

February 20, 2026
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New US Air Defense Platform Blends Artificial Intelligence and Kinetic Strike Capability

Backed by fresh institutional investment, ARCYN Defense is accelerating the development of a next-generation air defense system driven by edge artificial intelligence and designed for rapid, precise interception. Previously...

February 19, 2026
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Indra-Leonardo Tie-Up Focuses on Overseas Cyber Defense Expansion

Spanish defense firm Indra Group and Italy’s Leonardo have formalized a memorandum of understanding to deepen collaboration in cyber defense and broaden their footprint across Europe, NATO, and global...

February 18, 2026
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Air Surveillance Partnership Sealed Between Saab and Ukrainian Industry

Saab of Sweden has entered into a cooperation agreement with Joint Stock Company Ukrainian Defense Industry (JS UDI) focused on aviation and airborne surveillance capabilities. Announced at an international...

February 17, 2026
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Safran and Bharat Electronics Partner to Produce HAMMER Munitions in India

India and France have agreed to form a joint venture to manufacture the HAMMER precision-guided weapon system in India, expanding on a cooperation agreement signed in November 2025. The...

February 16, 2026
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German-Ukrainian Partnership Aims to Expand Production of AI-Enabled UAVs

US-German autonomous software specialist Auterion and Ukrainian defense manufacturer Airlogix have established a joint venture to produce AI-enabled unmanned aerial systems for Ukraine and partner nations. Formed with backing...

February 13, 2026
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Lockheed Martin, Fujitsu Cement Ties to Support Japan’s SPY-7 Radar Initiative

Lockheed Martin has officially appointed Fujitsu Limited as a supplier for a critical component of Japan’s Aegis System Equipped Vessel (ASEV) SPY-7 radar antenna. At a recent signing ceremony,...

February 12, 2026
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Anduril Partners With Rune on Advanced Army Command-and-Control Program

Rune Technologies has been selected to participate in Anduril’s $99.6-million Next-Generation Command and Control (NGC2) prototype program for the US Army, which is currently undergoing evaluation with the 4th...

February 12, 2026
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Naval Group and Sweden Collaborate on Localized Frigate Sustainment

Sweden is advancing plans to localize maintenance for its future frigates following a partnership agreement between Naval Group and Oresund Drydocks AB to establish a domestic support capability. Under...

February 11, 2026
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Sweden Rolls Out Service Life Upgrade Program for CV90 Fleet

Sweden has entered into a pre-design agreement with HB Utveckling AB — a joint venture between BAE Systems Hägglunds and Bofors — to initiate a comprehensive life-extension program for...