AeroVironment's Switchblade 400 selected as key component of U.S. Army's LASSO loitering munition program
AeroVironment has announced that it has been awarded a prototype agreement from the U.S. Army for the Low-Altitude Stalking and Strike Ordnance (LASSO) program.
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U.S. Air Force advances B-52J upgrade as engine replacement program completes Critical Design Review milestone
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Ukrainian Air Force destroys 57,000 aerial targets in April as missile and drone attacks maintain high intensity
Zelenskyy calls for expanded missile defence and domestic systems as Ukraine seeks to counter ballistic threats
Air and missile defense: U.S. approves $4.01 billion sale of 200 PAC-2 and 300 PAC-3 interceptors to Qatar
Lockheed Martin Australia expands Black Hawk sustainment workforce beyond 200 to support army fleet readiness
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U.S. forces destroy six Iranian boats after attack on warships amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
The U.S. Central Command reported that Iran opened fire on U.S. warships in the Middle East, prompting a U.S. military response
U.S. approves potential $2.5 billion sale of IBCS air and missile defense command system to Kuwait
The U.S. Department of State has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale request from Kuwait for the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS)
Booz Allen Hamilton wins contract to develop Space-Based Interceptor prototype for Golden Dome missile defense program
Booz Allen Hamilton has been awarded an agreement by the U.S. Space Force Space Systems Command to develop a prototype system for the Space-Based Interceptor program
Do228 NXT demonstrator completes first flight, marking new phase for German multi-role aircraft programme
General Atomics AeroTec Systems has completed the first flight of its Do228 NXT demonstrator aircraft, marking a key milestone in the programme
Elbit America wins U.S. Army contract to develop and test BiNOD next-generation night vision system
Elbit Systems of America has been awarded a U.S. Army contract to develop and test the Binocular Night Observation Device (BiNOD)
NATO tests layered counter-drone defences in Romania to strengthen integrated air and missile defence capabilities
The testing took place at the Capu Midia Training Range during Exercise Eastern Phoenix 26, hosted by Romania
Lithuania signs defence industry cooperation Agreement with Lockheed Martin to expand technology and supply chain integration
The Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence has signed a cooperation agreement with Lockheed Martin to expand defence industrial collaboration
Switzerland evaluates additional long-range air defence systems to complement Patriot amid delivery delays
The Swiss Federal Government is evaluating options to acquire an additional long-range air defence system to complement its existing Patriot order
Aselsan increases LGK-82 Laser Guidance Kit production to support precision air operations across multiple platforms
Aselsan has increased serial production capacity for its LGK-82 Laser Guidance Kit to support modern air operations
Israel approves acquisition of new F-35 and F-15IA fighter squadrons as part of long-term military buildup plan
The Israel Ministry of Defense has received approval to acquire two new fighter squadrons for the Israeli Air Force
Canada to establish Defence, Security and Resilience Bank as multilateral talks conclude and host headquarters in Montréal
The Government of Canada has welcomed progress towards establishing the Defence, Security and Resilience Bank (DSRB) following the conclusion of multilateral negotiations in Montréal
Ukrainian Air Force destroys 57,000 aerial targets in April as missile and drone attacks maintain high intensity
The Ukrainian Air Force reported that it destroyed 57,000 aerial targets in April 2026, reflecting sustained pressure from Russian attacks
U.S. approves potential $2.5 billion sale of IBCS air and missile defense command system to Kuwait
The U.S. Department of State has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale request from Kuwait for the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS).
CH-53K King Stallion successfully lifts another helicopter in test to advance recovery and heavy lift capabilities
The Naval Air Systems Command has reported a major milestone in the CH-53K King Stallion program, with one aircraft successfully lifting another during testing.
Do228 NXT demonstrator completes first flight, marking new phase for German multi-role aircraft programme
General Atomics AeroTec Systems has completed the first flight of its Do228 NXT demonstrator aircraft, marking a key milestone in the programme.
Intelic launches European procurement platform to accelerate drone capability deployment and enhance defence integration
Intelic has launched Intelic BASE, a new procurement hub aimed at strengthening European defence sovereignty.
Air National Guard: 122nd Fighter Wing completes F-16 conversion, restores combat certification and deployment readiness status
The 122nd Fighter Wing has completed its transition to F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft, restoring full combat certification and deployment readiness.
NATO tests layered counter-drone defences in Romania to strengthen integrated air and missile defence capabilities
The testing took place at the Capu Midia Training Range during Exercise Eastern Phoenix 26, hosted by Romania.
U.S. Army conducts HIMARS live-fire exercise in Philippines during Balikatan 2026 with allied forces
Soldiers from the U.S. Army carried out a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System live-fire exercise in Palawan, Philippines, as part of Balikatan 2026.
Elbit America wins U.S. Army contract to develop and test BiNOD next-generation night vision system
Elbit Systems of America has been awarded a U.S. Army contract to develop and test the Binocular Night Observation Device (BiNOD).
U.S. Army advances multi-domain sensor fusion in Europe to accelerate battlefield decision-making and operations
The U.S. Army is advancing battlefield modernisation through multi-domain sensor fusion led by III Armored Corps and V Corps.
Lithuania signs defence industry cooperation Agreement with Lockheed Martin to expand technology and supply chain integration
The Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence has signed a cooperation agreement with Lockheed Martin to expand defence industrial collaboration.
Leonardo expands land defence capabilities with Iveco Defence acquisition to strengthen integrated security offering
Leonardo has expanded its position in land defence through the acquisition of Iveco Group’s defence business, including the IDV and ASTRA brands.
U.S. Army 1st Cavalry Division receives Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle 30mm prototypes for evaluation
The U.S. Army 1st Cavalry Division has received two prototype AMPV 30 mm vehicles at its stationing location.
Lockheed Martin highlights expanding role of maritime electronic warfare in integrated fleet defense and spectrum dominance
Lockheed Martin has outlined the growing importance of electronic warfare in maritime operations, describing it as central to integrated fleet defense in increasingly contested environments.
EOS Defense Systems USA demonstrates R400 Weapon System on unmanned vessel, expanding into maritime and autonomous operations
EOS Defense Systems USA has demonstrated its R400 Remote Weapon System integrated onto an unmanned surface vessel developed by BlackSea Technologies.
Hunter class frigate bow structure completed after intensive weld operation at Osborne Naval Shipyard milestone
BAE Systems Australia has completed installation of the stem casting for the first Hunter class frigate, marking a key milestone in construction at Osborne Naval Shipyard.
Australian company C2 Robotics delivers first Speartooth Large Uncrewed Undersea Vehicle to United States
C2 Robotics has commissioned and christened its Speartooth Large Uncrewed Undersea Vehicle (LUUV), marking the first unit delivered to the United States.
Hanwha offers Canada full military vehicle production and twelve submarines by 2043 if KSS-III submarine is selected
The new entity would feature Canadian majority ownership and board membership, with a Canadian chief executive, and would produce vehicles […]
Halifax Shipyard launches first Arctic patrol vessel for Canadian Coast Guard under national shipbuilding programme
The 104.7-metre ship is now berthed at Halifax Shipyard, where work will continue ahead of sea trials and delivery to […]
Swedish Armed Forces launch first military surveillance satellite, expanding national and NATO space capabilities
The Swedish Armed Forces has launched its first operational military reconnaissance and surveillance satellite, marking the country’s entry into the space domain.
NRO says proliferated satellite architecture exceeding expectations, delivering enhanced intelligence capabilities
The National Reconnaissance Office says its proliferated satellite architecture now exceeds expectations.
Lockheed Martin selected by U.S. Space Force to develop Space-Based Interceptor capabilities for layered missile defense
Lockheed Martin has been selected by the U.S. Space Force Space Systems Command to develop capabilities supporting the Space-Based Interceptor (SBI) program.
Northrop Grumman delivers infrared sensor for U.S. Space Force polar missile warning satellite program
Northrop Grumman Corporation has delivered a key infrared sensor for the first satellite in the U.S. Space Force’s Next Gen OPIR Polar programme.
BlackSky secures $30 million one-year contract as international customer expands use of real-time ISR services
BlackSky Technology Inc. has secured a nearly $30 million, one-year Assured contract from an international defense customer.
U.S. Space Force sets record with five different rocket launches in April, marking major milestone in space operations
United States Space Force said Space Launch Delta 45 and the Eastern Range set a new record in April by supporting five different types of launch vehicles in a single month.