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Ukraine and NATO have agreed to focus their cooperation on strengthening air defence, deploying F-16 fighter jets, advancing Patriot systems and HIMARS, and maintaining a technological edge.

Ukraine and NATO set priorities on air defence, F-16s and HIMARS cooperation

The priorities were discussed during a meeting between Ukraine’s Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, NATO Senior Representative in Ukraine Patrick Turner and Lieutenant General Curtis A. Buzzard, who leads NATO Security Assistance and Training for Ukraine and the Security Assistance Group – Ukraine. Fedorov thanked NATO for its sustained support and coordination of critical defence […]

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Lithuania and the United States are jointly conducting training for High Mobility Artillery Rocket System crews at the General Silvestras Žukauskas Training Area in Pabradė. The activity brings together Composite Task Force Pergalė (Victory) of the Lithuanian Land Force Rocket Artillery Battery and the U.S. Army’s 1st Battalion, 14th Field Artillery Regiment.

Lithuania and United States conduct joint HIMARS crew training at Pabradė to strengthen operational readiness

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Lithuania and the United States are jointly conducting training for High Mobility Artillery Rocket System crews at the General Silvestras Žukauskas Training Area in Pabradė.

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The Australian Army, United States Army and United States Air Force demonstrated a new joint capability during Exercise Kenney Strikes Back, focusing on rapid deployment and employment of long-range fires. Multiple high mobility artillery rocket systems from the Australian Army’s 14th Regiment, Royal Australian Artillery, were flown on US Air Force C-17 Globemaster IIIs from RAAF Base Amberley to locations in far-north Queensland and New South Wales.

Australian and U.S. forces showcase rapid HIMARS airlift and joint firepower in Exercise Kenney Strikes Back

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The Australian Army, United States Army and United States Air Force demonstrated a new joint capability during Exercise Kenney Strikes Back, focusing on rapid deployment and employment of long-range fires.

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On 9 December, the Euractiv portal reported that the US administration had not approved the integration of guided missiles from the GMLRS family with Germany’s EuroPULS field rocket launchers. This decision affects plans to link the new system with ammunition used by M142 and M270 launchers

U.S. blocks GMLRS munition integration on Germany’s EuroPULS MLRS system – Euroactiv

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On 9 December, the Euractiv portal reported that the U.S. administration had not approved the integration of guided missiles from the GMLRS family with Germany’s EuroPULS field rocket launchers.

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Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies company, will leverage ongoing upgrades to its solid rocket motor manufacturing facilities to fulfill a new contract from Lockheed Martin to continue providing propulsion systems for the U.S. Army’s Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) program.

L3Harris secures $200 million contract to boost production of GMLRS rocket motors in Arkansas

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L3Harris Technologies has secured a follow-on production contract worth up to $200 million to manufacture Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System Insensitive Munition propulsion units.

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Estonian Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur said at the Halifax International Security Forum in Canada that Tallinn plans to acquire further M142 HIMARS rocket launchers. His remarks confirmed Estonia’s intention to open negotiations with the United States on a new procurement.

Estonia prepares to open talks with the U.S. on potential purchase of additional M142 HIMARS systems

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Estonian Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur said at the Halifax International Security Forum in Canada that Tallinn plans to acquire further M142 HIMARS rocket launchers.

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The mission of B Battery, 1st Battalion, 14th Field Artillery Regiment, 75th Field Artillery Brigade, concluded in Estonia on 5 September 2025. Their deployment centred on strengthening NATO cooperation through training and integration with Estonian forces following the country’s acquisition of the M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System in April 2025.

U.S. concludes HIMARS mission in Estonia with praise for cooperation and strengthened NATO defence

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The mission of B Battery, 1st Battalion, 14th Field Artillery Regiment, 75th Field Artillery Brigade, concluded in Estonia on 5 September 2025.

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U.S. Marines carry out a historic High Mobility Artillery Rocket System live fire at the Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji on 27 October, marking a significant moment for U.S. defence two weeks before the Marine Corps Birthday. The launch takes place before sunrise near Mount Fuji and is presented as a demonstration of readiness, partnership, and regional security.

U.S. Marines execute first HIMARS live fire at Camp Fuji in significant U.S. Japan security milestone

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U.S. Marines carry out a historic High Mobility Artillery Rocket System live fire at the Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji on 27 October, marking a significant moment for U.S. defence two weeks before the Marine Corps Birthday.

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Hungarian Defence Minister Kristóf Szalay-Bobrovniczky confirmed on 8 November that talks were held in Washington on the potential acquisition of HIMARS rocket artillery systems and munitions. Speaking to public media, he stated that procurement could take place over a three-to-five-year period, following U.S. congressional authorisation.

Hungary in talks to acquire HIMARS rocket artillery systems, defence minister confirms

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Hungarian Defence Minister Kristóf Szalay-Bobrovniczky confirmed on 8 November that talks were held in Washington on the potential acquisition of HIMARS rocket artillery systems and munitions.

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Lockheed Martin has announced an increase in the production rate of its M142 HIMARS multiple rocket launcher systems due to growing global demand. In a statement shared on social media, the American defence contractor confirmed it produced 96 units in the past year.

750 HIMARS launchers delivered: Lockheed Martin expands production for U.S. and allies

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Lockheed Martin has delivered its 750th HIMARS launcher, underscoring the system’s key role in U.S. and allied defence strategies.

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The United States has placed an order for USD 3.43 billion worth of Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) rockets, a key component of its precision artillery capabilities. The U.S. Department of Defence announced that it had signed a contract with Lockheed Martin for the production of these rockets, which are compatible with both HIMARS and MLRS M270 launchers.

Moog and Lockheed Martin Australia sign contract for GMLRS control actuation system development

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Moog Australia has signed a contract with Lockheed Martin Australia to develop the control actuation system (CAS) for the Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS).

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The U.S. Army has successfully conducted a flight test of the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) Increment 1 on 12 February 2025, demonstrating its effectiveness in long-range precision engagements. The missiles were launched from a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) as part of ongoing efforts to enhance the Army’s deep-strike capabilities.

Lockheed Martin boosts missile and launcher output to meet surging U.S. and allied defence demand

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Lockheed Martin is significantly increasing production across its missile and launcher systems to support growing demand from the United States and allied nations.

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