U.S. Air Force says Sentinel ICBM modernization moves ahead with new silo design, missile-case production and booster integration
The LGM-35A Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile program is taking shape through a combination of digital engineering, launch-silo prototyping, missile-case manufacturing and booster integration.
IAI says German Navy successfully fired Naval LORA ballistic missile from operational vessel in dual long-range precision-strike trial
Israel Aerospace Industries said the German Navy had completed a dual operational firing trial of its Naval LORA ballistic missile from an operational vessel.
U.S. Air Force halts Minuteman III communications testers after PCB contamination confirmed and potential residue found in six of eight units
Air Force Global Strike Command has suspended the use of AN/PRM-10 test oscillator sets after an inventory review found potential residue on six of eight systems.
Ukraine’s defence intelligence says Russia struck Kyiv with upgraded Iskander-1000 missiles built largely from foreign parts
Ukrainian Defence Intelligence said Russia has begun using modified 9M723-2 ballistic missiles, also known as Iskander-1000, against targets in Ukraine, including Kyiv.
U.S. completes first W76 Mk4B reentry body nearly three months early, strengthening submarine nuclear deterrent reliability
The National Nuclear Security Administration’s nuclear security enterprise and the U.S. Navy completed the first production W76 Mk4B reentry body nearly three months early.
Ukraine reports successful domestic ballistic missile test, pointing to surviving Sapsan programme despite Russian strike claims
Ukraine has carried out a successful test of a domestically developed ballistic missile, according to Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov before his dismissal.
U.S. Navy advances Trident II D5 ballistic missile life extension with $850 million award for strategic deterrence program
Lockheed Martin has received an $850 million contract modification from the U.S. Navy to continue design and development work on the Trident II D5 Life Extension 2 program.
U.S. Navy advances Trident II missile and new warhead modernization to sustain sea-based nuclear deterrence
The U.S. Navy’s Portfolio Acquisition Executive Strategic Systems Programs is leading a major modernization of its sea-based nuclear weapon system.
Turkey unveils Yıldırımhan long-range ballistic missile model at SAHA 2026 defence exhibition
A model of the Yıldırımhan ballistic missile was presented during the SAHA 2026 defence industry exhibition held in Istanbul from May 5 to 9.
UAE says air defences intercepted hundreds of missiles and drones since February 28 amid regional escalation
The United Arab Emirates said its air defense systems have intercepted hundreds of incoming threats since the escalation of regional hostilities on February 28.
Khorramshahr missile illustrates Iran’s progress in long-range ballistic missile development
The Khorramshahr ballistic missile represents one of the most powerful elements of Iran’s missile arsenal and is derived from North Korea’s Hwasong-10 missile.
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.

