U.S. Army establishes T.I.E. Battery in Europe to accelerate counter-drone air defense innovation
The U.S. Army’s 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command has established a new unit in Europe focused on rapidly testing technologies and adapting tactics for emerging air defense threats.
Swiss Patriot air and missile defence system procurement faces higher costs and delays of up to seven years
Switzerland’s planned purchase of the U.S.-made Patriot missile defence system could cost significantly more than initially expected, according to reports cited by Swiss media outlet swissinfo.ch.
Lockheed Martin QuadStar missile completes key U.S. Army NGSRI seeker flight test milestone
Lockheed Martin announced that its QuadStar missile has successfully completed the Seeker Characterization Flight Test for the U.S. Army’s Next-Generation Short-Range Interceptor programme.
STM unveils TUNGA-X interceptor drone designed to counter low-cost aerial threats at SAHA 2026
Turkish defence company STM unveiled its new TUNGA-X interceptor unmanned aerial vehicle for the first time during the SAHA 2026 exhibition in Istanbul.
Anduril secures Dutch contract to deliver integrated counter-drone air protection systems
The Dutch Ministry of Defence has awarded Anduril Industries a contract to provide counter-unmanned aircraft system (C-UAS) capabilities aimed at strengthening protection against drone threats.
Missile Defense Agency plans Project Maverick test for counter-hypersonic intercept capability
The U.S. Missile Defense Agency plans to conduct a counter-hypersonic missile test in fiscal 2027 under an initiative known as Project Maverick, according to Pentagon budget documents.
Saab launches Bolide 2 missile to enhance RBS 70 NG short-range air defence system capabilities
Swedish defence company Saab has unveiled the new Bolide 2 missile for its RBS 70 short-range air defence system.
Ukraine and Sweden expand cooperation on Gripen jets, air defence and military technology projects
Ukraine and Sweden are expanding cooperation on aviation, air defence and defence technology projects as Kyiv seeks to strengthen its military capabilities.
Norway to provide $302 million for Ukraine air defence package including Patriot missiles under PURL
Norway will allocate approximately $302 million to a new support package for Ukraine systems and is intended to strengthen Ukraine’s protection against aerial threats.
Aselsan launches advanced electronic warfare and counter-drone systems to reinforce Türkiye’s Steel Dome defence network
Aselsan has introduced a new range of electronic warfare and counter-unmanned aerial vehicle systems during SAHA 2026 in Istanbul.
UAE: air defence systems intercept 12 ballistic missiles, 3 cruise missiles and 4 drones launched from Iran
The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defence reported that its air defence systems intercepted multiple aerial threats launched from Iran on May 4, 2026.
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).