Mercedes-Benz Zetros defence trucks successfully complete Arctic winter trials in Finnish extreme conditions
Daimler Truck has completed intensive winter testing of its Mercedes-Benz Zetros defence vehicles under extreme climatic conditions in the Finnish Arctic Circle.
U.S. Marine Corps ARV prototypes complete first swim Tests, advancing next-generation recon vehicle program
The future of U.S. Marine Corps reconnaissance vehicles moved into open water in January and February 2026 as Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle prototypes completed their first full swim tests.
Israeli Air Force deploys F-35I Adir fighter fleet in Operation Roaring Lion amid pngoing strikes on targets in Iran
The Israeli Air Force is using its most advanced combat aircraft, the F-35I Adir, in strikes on targets in Iran.
Tomahawk cruise missiles spearhead U.S. attack on Iran, underscoring long-range naval precision strike capability
The Tomahawk Land Attack Missile, or TLAM, is a long-range, all-weather, jet-powered, subsonic cruise missile primarily used by the United States Navy and the Royal Navy in sea-based land-attack missions.
Israel Defense Forces spokesperson outlines reasons and strategic objectives of Operation Roaring Lion
The Israel Defense Forces announced the launch of Operation “Roaring Lion” in close coordination with the United States, describing it as a response to what officials called a direct and imminent threat from Iran.
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Sweden deploys Gripen fighter jets offered to Canada as part of NATO air policing mission in Iceland amid Arctic security tensions
Sweden has deployed six JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets to Iceland as part of a NATO air policing mission, marking the first time it has led such duties there since joining the alliance in 2024.
United States expands Operation Epic Fury as B-1B Lancer bombers strike Iran and officials warn campaign will intensify
The U.S. military is deploying additional fighter aircraft to the Middle East as Operation Epic Fury enters its third day, marking the largest buildup of American airpower in the region since the 2003 invasion of Iraq.
Hermeus completes first flight of Quarterhorse Mk 2.1, beginning supersonic test campaign in New Mexico
Hermeus announced it has successfully flown its latest Quarterhorse aircraft, marking the company’s second first flight in less than a year.
BAE Systems launches Silver Link modular conformal antenna line for airborne assured communications
BAE Systems has introduced Silver Link, a new line of modular and adaptable antenna solutions designed to support air dominance programs and provide airborne-assured communications.
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Mercedes-Benz Zetros defence trucks successfully complete Arctic winter trials in Finnish extreme conditions
Daimler Truck has completed intensive winter testing of its Mercedes-Benz Zetros defence vehicles under extreme climatic conditions in the Finnish Arctic Circle.
Exosens to invest €20 million in U.S. and Europe, launch first American night vision tube production site
Exosens announced it will invest €20 million over the next two years to expand its night vision production capacity in Europe and the United States.
U.S. Central Command releases footage of ATACMS tactical missile launches as Operation Epic Fury targets Iranian military sites
U.S. Central Command has released unclassified footage showing an M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System launching ATACMS tactical ballistic missiles toward targets in Iran during Operation Epic Fury.
Ukrainian defence firm Fire Point develops FP-7 tactical ballistic missile with 200 km range and indigenous components
Ukrainian defence company Fire Point has announced that it has conducted a test of its new FP-7 tactical ballistic missile.
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U.S. Navy establishes first West Coast Information Warfare Squadron to support carrier strike groups
The U.S. Navy on February 27 established Information Warfare Squadron Nine, the second squadron of its kind and the first based on the West Coast.
Canadian Patrol Submarine Project: TKMS signs pan-Canadian indigenous agreements to support future capability
German naval shipbuilder TKMS has signed two cooperation agreements with Indigenous partners across Canada in support of the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project.
HMS Duncan completes QinetiQ Sharpshooter exercise, countering drone swarms off Welsh coast
Working with Fleet Operational Standards and Training, QinetiQ managed a dynamic training environment in which HMS Duncan was required to defend itself against multiple simultaneous attacks. The scenario was designed by Inzpire, a QinetiQ-owned company specialising in immersive and realistic military training solutions. Live and synthetic drones were deployed, including QinetiQ’s Banshee Whirlwind aerial…
U.S. Marine Corps ARV prototypes complete first swim Tests, advancing next-generation recon vehicle program
The future of U.S. Marine Corps reconnaissance vehicles moved into open water in January and February 2026 as Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle prototypes completed their first full swim tests.
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Rocket Lab’s HASTE completes second successful hypersonic test mission for Defense Innovation UnitI in three months
Rocket Lab Corporation has successfully completed its latest hypersonic test mission using its HASTE rocket for the Department of War’s Defense Innovation Unit.
Netherlands Space Command selects GMV’s Ecosstm to enhance national Space Domain Awareness capability
GMV has been selected by the Netherlands Space Operations Centre to strengthen its Space Domain Awareness capabilities.
China expands defence cooperation with Iran through satellite intelligence and naval deployment in Gulf
China is expanding its defence cooperation with Iran by providing intelligence data transmitted by satellites tracking United States military movements and by deploying its most advanced spy ship to the waters of the Persian Gulf.
Boeing opens new production line in California to support U.S. Space Force missile warning satellites
Boeing announced on 20 February that it has opened a new production line dedicated to building electro-optical infrared sensors for the U.S. Space Force and other customers.