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January 13, 2026
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UK Plans Development of Tactical Ballistic Missiles to Support Ukraine

The United Kingdom has launched Project Nightfall, a new initiative to develop ground-launched tactical ballistic missiles for Ukraine aimed at strengthening long-range strike capabilities against Russian forces. The missiles...

January 13, 2026
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HII Expands UK Facility to Boost Production of Underwater Drones

HII has expanded its unmanned underwater vehicle facility in Portchester, UK, doubling the site’s footprint to increase support capacity for operators of the REMUS family of underwater drones. The...

January 13, 2026
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South Korea Completes KF-21 Flight Tests as Aircraft Moves Toward Delivery

South Korea has completed all flight testing for its next-generation KF-21 Boramae fighter jet, clearing the way for delivery of the domestically developed aircraft to the Republic of Korea...

January 13, 2026
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ATN Unveils Next-Generation Thermal Optics Featuring Sixth-Gen Imaging

American Technologies Network (ATN) is advancing thermal optics with its sixth-generation product family, combining AI-enhanced imaging, upgraded processing power, and ruggedized designs tailored for military and security applications. At...

January 13, 2026
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US Army Enhances Soldier Situational Awareness With New Multi-Threat Headborne System

The US Army is enhancing soldier survivability and battlefield awareness with the development of a next-generation combat helmet designed for multi-domain operations. Called the Integrated Multi-Threat Headborne System (IMHS),...

January 12, 2026
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LG CNS Awarded Program to Modernize South Korea’s Defense Digital Infrastructure

LG CNS, a South Korea–based IT services company, has won two contracts from the country’s Defense Information Agency to upgrade and modernize the nation’s military networks and digital infrastructure....

January 11, 2026
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U.S. Navy awards Northrop Grumman contract to develop rocket motor to counter hypersonic weapons

The U.S. Navy has awarded Northrop Grumman a $94.3 million contract to develop a new 21-inch second-stage rocket motor intended to extend the range and performance of the Standard...

January 9, 2026
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Northrop Grumman Rolls Out Digitally Redesigned ICBM Target Vehicle

Northrop Grumman has successfully conducted the inaugural launch of its digitally redesigned Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) target vehicle, marking a significant advancement in how the United States evaluates missile...

January 9, 2026
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HII Finalizes First Production Phase of Lionfish Underwater Drone for US Navy

HII has completed base-year production of its Lionfish small unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV) for the US Navy, marking a key milestone in the service’s effort to expand autonomous undersea...

January 9, 2026
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US Marine Corps Advances Program to Acquire Loyal Wingman Drone

The US Marine Corps has formally entered the loyal wingman competition, selecting Northrop Grumman and Kratos to develop its first Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA). The system will be based...