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Do heavy IFV designs make sense on the modern battlefield?

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Do heavy IFV designs make sense on the modern battlefield?

3rd July 2026

Even with additional armour, many current-generation infantry fighting vehicles are highly vulnerable to enemy fire in the contemporary operating environment. Are heavier platforms based on tank designs for use in this role the answer?

US Navy’s MUSV programme could lay the USV procurement blueprint for NATO allies

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US Navy’s MUSV programme could lay the USV procurement blueprint for NATO allies

2nd July 2026

The programme’s structure as a marketplace will allow multiple companies to compete for ongoing procurements; an approach which could be replicated across the Atlantic.

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How US Special Operations Forces are using AI to transform modern warfare

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How US Special Operations Forces are using AI to transform modern warfare

29th May 2026

USSOCOM is expanding the use of artificial intelligence, autonomous systems and human-machine teaming to improve decision-making, survivability and operational reach in contested environments.

Air forces review: Combat aircraft missile milestones hit as tanker and transport orders climb

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Air forces review: Combat aircraft missile milestones hit as tanker and transport orders climb

28th May 2026

As countries look to improve their combat aircraft capabilities, May has highlighted strong demand from European countries for aerial refuelling platforms as industry pushes forward next-generation missile test updates for eventual UK comba...

Will amphibious aircraft developers’ ambitions for maritime defence missions hold water?

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Will amphibious aircraft developers’ ambitions for maritime defence missions hold water?

28th May 2026

Despite efforts to develop amphibious craft for future maritime operations, there is ongoing speculation on how operationally useful or core they will be, as countries globally – even with spending boosts – find their budgets constrained by...

US Marine Corps to expand on-the-move power capabilities with MRZR Alpha 5kW

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US Marine Corps to expand on-the-move power capabilities with MRZR Alpha 5kW

28th May 2026

The MRZR Alpha 5kW has been designed to charge multiple battlefield systems, including active defence systems, sensor arrays, onboard electronics, UAS and CUAS equipment, and other C5ISR capabilities. The platform can also power external lo...

Seoul’s SSN programme launch raises questions on fuel, tech and build location

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Seoul’s SSN programme launch raises questions on fuel, tech and build location

28th May 2026

Seoul has unveiled its “Jangbogo-N Project” to develop domestically built, nuclear-propelled attack submarines in close coordination with Washington, marking an escalation of the Republic of Korea’s deterrence posture against Pyongyang’s un...

All of NATO’s innovation ranges may be operational this year

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All of NATO’s innovation ranges may be operational this year

27th May 2026

The innovation ranges are designed to provide testing and validation across high technology areas and are a key part of NATO’s Rapid Adoption Action Plan to get new technologies into service faster.

Tokyo’s naval export drive gains strategic depth in Southeast Asia

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Tokyo’s naval export drive gains strategic depth in Southeast Asia

27th May 2026

Indonesia’s consideration of Mogami-class frigates points to a widening export opportunity for Tokyo across Southeast Asia and raises the prospect of the Mogami becoming the region’s default mid-tier surface combatant.

DARPA, Raytheon and Northrop Grumman join forces to improve missile production

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DARPA, Raytheon and Northrop Grumman join forces to improve missile production

27th May 2026

Working together with DARPA in the Burn n’ Go programme, Northrop Grumman and Raytheon are supporting the development of a common, single-use solid rocket motor design to equip diverse weapon systems.

Latvian drone interceptor units to enter service “within weeks”

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Latvian drone interceptor units to enter service “within weeks”

26th May 2026

Latvia is one of the countries at the forefront of developing a counter uncrewed aerial system capability, drawing on its own industry to meet a geographical and geo-political circumstance that has seen drone incursions rise.

British Army turns to local option for small robot trials

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British Army turns to local option for small robot trials

26th May 2026

The UK government has ordered XRC’s small Rhino UGV for trials just weeks after placing a contract for ARX Robotics Gereon tracked UGV which will also be manufactured in the UK. The latest move is another step in creating a force of 40% unc...

Frigates and submarines anchor Brazilian naval modernisation worth US$5.52 billion

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Frigates and submarines anchor Brazilian naval modernisation worth US$5.52 billion

26th May 2026

Shipbuilding programmes established over the past decade are setting Brazil's course towards having one of the most modern navies in the region.

How defence sovereignty is driving middle power jet programmes

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How defence sovereignty is driving middle power jet programmes

25th May 2026

While moving away from US-made equipment towards home-grown options is a rising preference for some countries, there are multiple hurdles to overcome to compete with the US’s expansive global footprint and dominance.

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