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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% uncrewed systems.

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14th May 2026

Built using proven parts across three countries, the CFL-120 uses a Turkish chassis, an Italian turret and Czech integration to reflect a modular approach to tank design.

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Post-Falklands political constraints have eroded Argentina’s naval capability, leaving its maritime territory, which is twice the size of its land area, increasingly vulnerable to illegal fishing fleets. As procurement modernisation slowly ...

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SAHA 2026: Turkey markets modular undersea systems to European buyers

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13th May 2026

Turkey’s defence industry is pushing a class of platform and building an entire philosophy of cost-imposition around it.

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STM’s European wins strengthen Turkey’s naval credibility on the continent

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Ukraine fighter jet plans accelerate with Sweden and Belgian updates

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Ukraine fighter jet plans accelerate with Sweden and Belgian updates

12th May 2026

The country could be on the cusp of finalising an historic deal with Saab for up to 150 aircraft, with Belgium also increasing its number of donated F-16 aircraft to 53 with refreshed delivery timelines.

US Air Force prepares next stage of E-3 Sentry modernisation

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12th May 2026

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The war in Ukraine remains a focus of procurement, concepts of operation, tactics and training for NATO countries. The Crystal Arrow Exercise in Latvia, ongoing until 15 May, is a reflection of this.

SAHA 2026: Armour, artillery and autonomous systems on display

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The array of platforms on display at SAHA 2026 showcased the diversity of equipment now provided by the Turkish defence industry.

First Canadian River-class destroyer to have its keel laid in June

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First Canadian River-class destroyer to have its keel laid in June

12th May 2026

Currently at the block fabrication and construction stage, the HMCS Fraser’s keel-laying ceremony is scheduled to take place next month as a step towards increasing the Royal Canadian Navy's anti-submarine and air defence capabilities.

SAHA 2026: Is the Turkish Army’s Altay MBT finally ready?

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SAHA 2026: Is the Turkish Army’s Altay MBT finally ready?

12th May 2026

At SAHA 2026, the Altay was proudly on display. But has the platform finally overcome the problems that have left it repeatedly late?

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