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The U.S. Air Force wants a family of next-generation long-range missiles able to strike targets at ranges of at least 1,000 nautical miles. The planned weapons are intended to support service efforts to counter Chinese air and naval forces in a potential conflict.

U.S. Air Force seeks 1,000-nautical-mile next-generation missiles for China-focused air and maritime strike planning scenarios

Air

U.S. Air Force seeks 1,000-nautical-mile next-generation missiles for China-focused air and maritime strike planning scenarios

The Air Force Long Range Weapon programme is expected to include air-to-air and air-to-surface variants.

OpenAI has announced the launch of OpenAI for Government

U.S. Department of War launches Agent Network AI project to support faster battle management, decision support and targeting options

Leonardo said the U.S. Army has selected a next-generation precision-guided munition derived from its Vulcano 155mm Guided Long Range ammunition family. The munition was selected for the Army’s Extended Range Artillery Projectile program.

Leonardo’s Vulcano-derived 155mm precision munition selected for U.S. Army ERAP long-range artillery program with GD-OTS and Diehl

The U.S. government has awarded Lockheed Martin a seven-year undefinitized contract action worth up to $35 billion for Terminal High Altitude Area Defense interceptors. The award is intended to quadruple production of THAAD interceptors and accelerate delivery of critical missile defense capability for the United States and its allies.

Lockheed Martin receives up to $35 billion seven-year THAAD interceptor award to quadruple missile defense production capacity

Swedish defence company Saab has received a contract worth approximately USD 46 million from the U.S. Army for the delivery of Giraffe 1X radars. The order

Ukraine says Swedish Giraffe radar family strengthens air defence detection network as Gripen contract preparations continue

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U.S. Strategic Command’s Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Center is launching ETHEREAL FORGE to accelerate the deployment of advanced electromagnetic warfare capabilities. The initiative is designed to strengthen operational effectiveness in the electromagnetic spectrum through rapid, iterative testing and evaluation of software-centric systems.

U.S. Strategic Command launches ETHEREAL FORGE to accelerate software-centric electromagnetic warfare capabilities

The Marine Corps has accepted six F-35B jets with ballast instead of radars in their nose cones, while the Air Force and Navy are expected to do the same later this year. Air & Space Forces Magazine reported that the issue stems from design changes made for the new AN/APG-85 radar, which has been delayed.

U.S. Marine Corps accepts six F-35Bs without radars as APG-85 delay is set to affect Air Force and Navy deliveries this year

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte met US President Donald Trump in Washington DC on Wednesday, 25 June 2026. The meeting was held to prepare for the NATO Summit in Ankara in July.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte meets President Trump in Washington ahead of Ankara Summit as allies discuss defence spending

The NATO Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Force has concluded its Agile Combat Employment after weeks of operations across Norway and Finland. The activity delivered persistent ISR capabilities in support of major NATO activities, including Eastern Sentry, BALTOPS 2026 and Exercise Ramstein Flag 2026.

NATO ISR Force concludes Agile Combat Employment after delivering persistent ISR for Eastern Sentry, BALTOPS 2026 and Ramstein Flag 2026

Global Clearance Solutions has introduced a modular minefield breaching capability that combines a newly developed Modular Mine Plough with an integrated Lane Marking System. The system was presented after Eurosatory 2026 and is aimed at military combat engineering operations that require breach lanes through mined terrain.

Global Clearance Solutions unveils modular minefield breaching system with integrated lane marking for protected mobility operations

BAE Systems has demonstrated that its Endura system-on-chip space processor can operate resiliently in natural space and severe strategic radiation environments. The company said the milestone supports the processor’s use in space missions that require survivability in harsh radiation conditions.

BAE Systems’ Endura processor demonstrates radiation-hardened performance for strategic space missions and trusted microelectronics

The U.S. Navy marked the start of Rim of the Pacific 2026 on June 24 with an opening ceremony and press conference. RIMPAC 2026 is the 30th iteration of the world’s largest international maritime exercise.

U.S. Navy opens RIMPAC 2026 as 30 nations begin 30th edition of world’s largest maritime exercise near Hawaii

Team Boxer UK has delivered the 100th Boxer Mechanised Infantry Vehicle to the UK Ministry of Defence. Rheinmetall said the milestone demonstrates the mobilisation of sovereign manufacturing capability and continued momentum in one of the UK’s most important land defence programmes.

Team Boxer UK delivers 100th Boxer vehicle to UK Ministry of Defence as British Army MIV programme gains production momentum

L3Harris Technologies has broken ground on two additional facilities in Arkansas to support increased production capacity for the U.S. Army’s PAC-3 propulsion systems. The company said the expansion will reinforce the Department of War’s modernized Arsenal of Freedom and support the nation’s ability to meet rising demand.

L3Harris breaks ground on two Arkansas facilities to expand PAC-3 propulsion production for U.S. Army missile defense systems

ZVS Holding has signed a seven year framework agreement with the Slovak Ministry of Defence to supply large and medium calibre ammunition worth up to EUR 58 billion to EU member states. The deal forms part of a wider plan for Slovakia to become a strategic European supplier

Denmark to deliver 15,000 extended-range artillery rounds to Ukraine as Kyiv prioritises longer-range fires

The U.S. military is moving to replenish its inventory of GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator bunker-busting bombs used against Iran’s Fordow and Natanz nuclear facilities during Operation Midnight Hammer on June 22

U.S. Air Force marks one year since Operation Midnight Hammer, largest B-2 mission and first combat use of GBU-57

AERO Vodochody Aerospace reported the best financial results in its modern history in 2025, with revenue rising 8% year on year to nearly CZK 6.5 billion, or about EUR 269 million. Profit before tax increased from CZK 102 million, or about EUR 4.2 million, to a record CZK 512 million, or EUR 21.2 million.

AERO Vodochody posts record 2025 profit as Skyfox deliveries, aerostructures work and support services drive growth

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U.S. Space Force selects Boeing for up to $2 billion MUOS SLE contract to deliver two narrowband communications satellites

The U.S. Space Force has selected Boeing for the next phase of the Mobile User Objective System Service Life Extension program

June 26, 2026

Marconi Technologies completes Swedish troposcatter trials as Archer sustains high-throughput 75-kilometer tactical link

Marconi Technologies has completed a multi-day troposcatter communications evaluation with Försvarets Materielverk, the Swedish Armed Forces’ defense materiel authority

June 25, 2026

MDA Space wins $688 million Canadian Space Agency contract for RADARSAT replenishment satellite based on CHORUS technology

MDA Space has been awarded a $688 million contract by the Canadian Space Agency to supply an advanced synthetic aperture radar satellite

June 25, 2026

115th Fighter Wing hosts German officer as exchange supports NATO ties ahead of Germany’s planned F-35A transition

The 115th Fighter Wing hosted a German Air Force officer from June 1 to 11 under the Military Reserve Exchange Program

June 25, 2026

U.S. Army tests low-profile CROWS integration on M109A7 Paladin to improve closed-hatch protection and counter-UAS capability

U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground is conducting developmental testing of a low-profile Common Remotely Operated Weapons Station for integration on the M109A7 Paladin self-propelled howitzer

June 25, 2026

U.S. Department of War launches up to $200 million quantum sensing initiative to strengthen ISR capabilities for the Joint Force

The U.S. Department of War’s Defense Innovation Unit has launched a multi-phase initiative to transition mature quantum sensing and timing technologies directly to the Joint Force

June 24, 2026

L3Harris to supply Falcon communication systems for German D-LBO program and special operations forces through FMS orders

L3Harris Technologies has received two Foreign Military Sales orders for Falcon communication systems to support German forces

June 24, 2026

BAE Systems to build Vantor Vantage 20 cm-class imaging satellite buses for national defence and intelligence programmes

BAE Systems has entered into an agreement to build high-resolution imaging satellite buses for Vantor

June 24, 2026

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ASELSAN at Eurosatory 2026: strengthening multi-domain defense for allied forces

ASELSAN’s expanding engagement with the NATO ecosystem was recently underscored by the visit of NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to the company’s facilities in Ankara.

June 15, 2026
Air

Airbus showcases broad European drone portfolio at ILA Berlin, from uncrewed H145 to collaborative combat aircraft

June 9, 2026
Land

Switzerland selects KNDS AGM artillery system on Piranha IV platform to modernise indirect fire capability

June 8, 2026
Air

Germany and France move to end joint FCAS fighter project while keeping wider European system-of-systems work

June 8, 2026
The combination of modularity, open architecture and multi-sensor integration allows EM&E Group to offer a proposal of C-UAS capabilities that can grow and adapt together with the operational requirements of the Armed Forces, consolidating its position as a leading European supplier of interoperable anti-drone solutions.
Land

EM&E Group redefines the anti-drone market with ODIN, a comprehensive and integrated C-UAS solution

ASELSAN, Türkiye’s defence technology powerhouse, which employs more than 14,000 people and has an order backlog exceeding $20 billion, is determined to strengthen its position in the international defence market. “Our portfolio includes state-of-the-art, combat-proven solutions. We see strong demand for our technologies, particularly in air defence, counter-drone systems and electronic warfare,” ASELSAN President and CEO Ahmet Akyol told Defence Industry Europe.
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ASELSAN becoming global defence player and pillar of regional security architecture, says Ahmet Akyol

Air

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The U.S. Air Force wants a family of next-generation long-range missiles able to strike targets at ranges of at least 1,000 nautical miles. The planned weapons are intended to support service efforts to counter Chinese air and naval forces in a potential conflict.

U.S. Air Force seeks 1,000-nautical-mile next-generation missiles for China-focused air and maritime strike planning scenarios

June 26, 2026
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U.S. Marine Corps accepts six F-35Bs without radars as APG-85 delay is set to affect Air Force and Navy deliveries this year

The Marine Corps has accepted six F-35B jets with ballast instead of radars in their nose cones, while the Air Force and Navy are expected to do the same later this year.

June 26, 2026

NATO ISR Force concludes Agile Combat Employment after delivering persistent ISR for Eastern Sentry, BALTOPS 2026 and Ramstein Flag 2026

The NATO Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Force has concluded its Agile Combat Employment after weeks of operations across Norway and Finland.

June 25, 2026

115th Fighter Wing hosts German officer as exchange supports NATO ties ahead of Germany’s planned F-35A transition

The 115th Fighter Wing hosted a German Air Force officer from June 1 to 11 under the Military Reserve Exchange Program.

June 25, 2026

L3Harris breaks ground on two Arkansas facilities to expand PAC-3 propulsion production for U.S. Army missile defense systems

L3Harris produces the PAC-3 MSE interceptor’s advanced two-pulse solid rocket motor, Attitude Control Motors and Lethality Enhancer.

June 25, 2026

U.S. Air Force marks one year since Operation Midnight Hammer, largest B-2 mission and first combat use of GBU-57

Airmen across the Eighth Air Force marked one year since Operation Midnight Hammer, a long-range strike mission that demonstrated the reach and capability of America’s global strike force.

June 25, 2026

Ukraine says Swedish Giraffe radar family strengthens air defence detection network as Gripen contract preparations continue

The Saab radar family includes the Giraffe PS-90, PS-100, Giraffe 1X, Giraffe AMB and Giraffe Mk IV.

June 24, 2026

Land

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Global Clearance Solutions has introduced a modular minefield breaching capability that combines a newly developed Modular Mine Plough with an integrated Lane Marking System. The system was presented after Eurosatory 2026 and is aimed at military combat engineering operations that require breach lanes through mined terrain.

Global Clearance Solutions unveils modular minefield breaching system with integrated lane marking for protected mobility operations

June 25, 2026
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Leonardo’s Vulcano-derived 155mm precision munition selected for U.S. Army ERAP long-range artillery program with GD-OTS and Diehl

The ERAP program is intended to deliver a rapid, low-risk and mature solution for the U.S. Army.

June 25, 2026

Team Boxer UK delivers 100th Boxer vehicle to UK Ministry of Defence as British Army MIV programme gains production momentum

Team Boxer UK has delivered the 100th Boxer Mechanised Infantry Vehicle to the UK Ministry of Defence.

June 25, 2026

Denmark to deliver 15,000 extended-range artillery rounds to Ukraine as Kyiv prioritises longer-range fires

Denmark will provide Ukraine with 15,000 extended-range artillery rounds as early as this month.

June 25, 2026

U.S. Army tests low-profile CROWS integration on M109A7 Paladin to improve closed-hatch protection and counter-UAS capability

U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground is conducting developmental testing of a low-profile Common Remotely Operated Weapons Station for integration on the M109A7 Paladin self-propelled howitzer.

June 25, 2026

KNDS plans IPO on Euronext Paris and Frankfurt Stock Exchange as Germany prepares investment alongside French State to support growth

KNDS N.V. has announced its intention to proceed with an initial public offering and seek admission of its ordinary shares to Euronext Paris and the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.

June 24, 2026

Rheinmetall and Lockheed Martin highlight Fuchs JAGM, world’s first vehicle with 24 vertically launched Joint Air-to-Ground Missiles missiles

Rheinmetall and Lockheed Martin presented the Fuchs JAGM next-generation missile tank destroyer at Eurosatory 2026 in Paris.

June 23, 2026

Sea

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The U.S. Navy has announced that the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz will participate in International Naval Review 250 in New York City. The event will take place from July 3 to 8, 2026, as part of celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the United States.

U.S. Navy says USS Nimitz will join International Naval Review 250 in New York Harbor for America’s 250th anniversary

June 25, 2026
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U.S. Navy opens RIMPAC 2026 as 30 nations begin 30th edition of world’s largest maritime exercise near Hawaii

The U.S. Navy marked the start of Rim of the Pacific 2026 on June 24 with an opening ceremony and press conference.

June 25, 2026

Germany closes F126 frigate programme over cost and schedule risks as navy shifts towards MEKO A200 DEU option

Germany’s Federal Ministry of Defence in Berlin has announced that it is closing the Klasse F126 frigate construction programme for the Deutsche Marine.

June 24, 2026

Shield AI secures $16 million contract for delivery of MQ-35 V-BAT UAVs to support Polish Navy operations

Poland’s Armament Agency signed a contract with Shield AI on June 23, 2026, for delivery of the MQ-35 V-BAT unmanned aerial system.

June 23, 2026

HII awarded $418 million contract to strengthen U.S. Navy fleet readiness across global operations

HII has been awarded a $418 million contract to repair and maintain shipboard-based elevators on U.S. Navy aircraft carriers and amphibious ships.

June 22, 2026

Netherlands redirected air defence frigate towards the Strait of Hormuz as cabinet considered possible coalition deployment

The Dutch air defence and command frigate HNLMS De Ruyter could play a role in safeguarding free passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

June 22, 2026

HII delivers first REMUS 130 unmanned underwater vehicle as latest variant of widely deployed autonomous platform

HII has delivered the first REMUS 130 unmanned underwater vehicle. The company said the delivery marks a milestone for the next generation of the REMUS autonomous underwater vehicle family.

June 20, 2026

Space/C4ISR

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The U.S. Space Force has selected Boeing for the next phase of the Mobile User Objective System Service Life Extension program. The contract is valued at up to $2 billion and includes two narrowband communications satellites, with the first delivery scheduled for 2031.

U.S. Space Force selects Boeing for up to $2 billion MUOS SLE contract to deliver two narrowband communications satellites

June 26, 2026
Read more about U.S. Space Force selects Boeing for up to $2 billion MUOS SLE contract to deliver two narrowband communications satellites

Marconi Technologies completes Swedish troposcatter trials as Archer sustains high-throughput 75-kilometer tactical link

Marconi Technologies has completed a multi-day troposcatter communications evaluation with Försvarets Materielverk, the Swedish Armed Forces’ defense materiel authority.

June 25, 2026

BAE Systems’ Endura processor demonstrates radiation-hardened performance for strategic space missions and trusted microelectronics

BAE Systems has demonstrated that its Endura system-on-chip space processor can operate resiliently in natural space and severe strategic radiation environments.

June 25, 2026

MDA Space wins $688 million Canadian Space Agency contract for RADARSAT replenishment satellite based on CHORUS technology

MDA Space has been awarded a $688 million contract by the Canadian Space Agency to supply an advanced synthetic aperture radar satellite.

June 25, 2026

L3Harris to supply Falcon communication systems for German D-LBO program and special operations forces through FMS orders

L3Harris Technologies has received two Foreign Military Sales orders for Falcon communication systems to support German forces.

June 24, 2026

BAE Systems to build Vantor Vantage 20 cm-class imaging satellite buses for national defence and intelligence programmes

BAE Systems has entered into an agreement to build high-resolution imaging satellite buses for Vantor.

June 24, 2026

U.S. Space Force demonstrates responsive launch for VICTUS HAZE as Rocket Lab and True Anomaly vehicles move to on-orbit operations

The U.S. Space Force’s Space Systems Command has demonstrated a Tactically Responsive Space launch capability with the liftoff of Rocket Lab’s Electron launch vehicle.

June 23, 2026

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