STARK establishes R&D hub in Ukraine and opens Greece office to broaden European defence operations
German drone maker STARK said on 13 February that it had opened a research and development hub in Ukraine and a regional office in Greece, expanding its industrial presence across Europe.
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Ursula von der Leyen at Munich Security Conference calls for independent and stronger Europe [VIDEO]
At the Munich Security Conference 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Europe must take greater responsibility for its own security and prosperity.
UK to deploy Carrier Strike Group to North Atlantic and Arctic in 2026 to reinforce NATO and deter Russia
Britain will deploy its Carrier Strike Group to the North Atlantic and High North in 2026 under Operation Firecrest, reinforcing NATO deterrence amid rising Russian military activity in the region.
U.S. Air Force finalizing an over $100 million deal with Boeing to replenish GBU-57 bombs after Operation Midnight Hammer
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.
German-Ukrainian venture hands first Linza 3.0 drone to Zelenskyy ahead of Munich Security Conference
German-Ukrainian joint venture QFI hands first Germany-built Linza 3.0 drone to President Zelenskyy, launching production of up to 10,000 UAVs a year for Ukraine’s armed forces.
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Israeli ambassador says F-35I jets modified with extended-range fuel tanks and wing-mounted missiles
Israel has modified its F-35I fighter jets with additional fuel tanks to extend their range “without compromising stealth,” Israel’s ambassador to the United States, Yechiel Leiter, said in an interview with the Israel Hayom daily.
L3Harris Technologies awarded nearly $400 million contract to supply propulsion for THAAD missile defense interceptors
L3Harris has received a contract valued at nearly $400 million to produce additional solid rocket boost motors and Liquid Divert and Attitude Control Systems as a supplier to the prime contract for the Missile Defense Agency’s THAAD system.
STARK establishes R&D hub in Ukraine and opens Greece office to broaden European defence operations
German drone maker STARK said on 13 February that it had opened a research and development hub in Ukraine and a regional office in Greece, expanding its industrial presence across Europe.
Exercise Hyperion Storm validates RAF Special Operations readiness ahead of UK leadership of NATO ARF Component
The Royal Air Force has confirmed its readiness to assume leadership of NATO’s Allied Reaction Force Special Operations Component in July 2026 following the successful completion of Exercise Hyperion Storm.
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U.S. Army to select bidders and award contract by July for new 155mm self-propelled artillery system
The U.S. Army intends to sign a contract by July for the delivery of a new type of 155mm self-propelled howitzer. The information was provided by a spokesperson for the Program Acquisition Executive for Fires.
Royal Marines Commandos conduct Arctic mortar training before NATO Cold Response and Lion Protector drills
Royal Marines have fired mortar rounds into the Arctic sky as intensive mission rehearsals continue in Northern Norway, where around 1,500 UK Commandos have been deployed inside the Arctic Circle as part of NATO efforts to protect the alliance’s Nordic nations.
KNDS and Electro Optic Systems sign teaming deal on remote-controlled weapon stations
KNDS and Electro Optic Systems have signed a teaming agreement to jointly pursue new business opportunities and advance cooperation in remote-controlled weapon stations and weapons.
Lockheed Martin details ER GMLRS qualification milestone with first M270A2 Alternative Warhead launch
Lockheed Martin said it conducted a successful 112-km flight test of its ER GMLRS at White Sands Missile Range, marking the first time an M270A2 launcher fired the Alternative Warhead rocket variant and completing system qualification testing for that configuration.
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Allied Reaction Force Maritime Component deploys to Baltic Sea for NATO exercise Steadfast Dart 26
NATO’s Allied Reaction Force Maritime Component Command, led by Spain, deployed from Kiel, Germany, to the Baltic Sea on 14 February 2026 as part of exercise Steadfast Dart 26.
Saudi Ministry of Defence awards Leonardo contract for four C-27J Maritime Patrol Aircraft, deliveries from 2029
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with Leonardo for four C-27J Maritime Patrol Aircraft, expanding the global presence of the C-27J Spartan multi-mission tactical transport aircraft.
Hellenic Navy procures Schiebel Camcopter S-100 unmanned systems for new FDI frigates
The Hellenic Navy has signed a contract with Schiebel to procure ship-based Camcopter S-100 Unmanned Air Systems for deployment on its Frégate de Défense et d’Intervention Belharra-class frigates HS Kimon, HS Nearchos and HS Formion.
Australia commits $3.9 billion to Osborne submarine yard, with total investment projected at $30 billion under AUKUS
The Albanese and Malinauskas Labor Governments said South Australia will remain the centre of Australia’s submarine construction, with expenditure projected to reach billions of dollars in the state over coming decades.
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GMV awarded EU contract to lead GOVSATCOM hub as secure communications system becomes operational
The European Union has activated GOVSATCOM, its Governmental Satellite Communications Programme, marking what it describes as a decisive step towards strategic autonomy in space and reduced reliance on foreign suppliers for critical communications.
Ericsson, Leonardo and Italian Navy complete 5G Standalone maritime connectivity trial at sea
Ericsson, Leonardo and the Italian Navy have completed a maritime connectivity test using an Ericsson 5G Standalone system.
Eutelsat and Intellian unveil first military-grade LEO manpack terminal for government and defence customers
Eutelsat has launched the first military-grade manpack terminal for its OneWeb low Earth orbit network, developed with Intellian Technologies and now available to government and defence customers requiring portable and resilient connectivity.
U.S. Space Force, ULA launch USSF-87 on Vulcan rocket in second national security mission
The U.S. Space Force’s Space Systems Command and United Launch Alliance successfully launched the USSF-87 mission aboard a Vulcan Centaur rocket in a pre-dawn liftoff from Florida.