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Eurosatory 2026: European rearmament fuels renewed demand for main battle tanks

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Eurosatory 2026: European rearmament fuels renewed demand for main battle tanks

16th June 2026

Main battle tanks are regaining prominence across Europe, driving billions of dollars in procurement, industrial investment and multinational development programmes.

Eurosatory 2026: Multi-domain operations drive demand for resilient battlefield networks

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Eurosatory 2026: Multi-domain operations drive demand for resilient battlefield networks

16th June 2026

Eurosatory 2026 highlights growing investment in resilient communications, navigation, cyber defence and data integration as armed forces seek to operate effectively across multiple domains.

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AUKUS advance on UUVs contrasts with Virginia-class compromise

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AUKUS advance on UUVs contrasts with Virginia-class compromise

3rd June 2026

The AUKUS partnership is accelerating uncrewed undersea capability while its submarine arm inches forward, and Australia’s decision to settle for three in-service Virginia-class boats raises questions about industrial risk, dependency and w...

Hezbollah’s fibre-optic drones expose Israel’s counter-UAV gap in southern Lebanon

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Hezbollah’s fibre-optic drones expose Israel’s counter-UAV gap in southern Lebanon

3rd June 2026

Israel is working to close a counter-drone capability gap exposed by Hezbollah's fibre-optic systems, drawing on battlefield lessons from Ukraine to replace improvised defences with targeted solutions.

Drone Summit turns spotlight on smaller companies and new uncrewed systems

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Drone Summit turns spotlight on smaller companies and new uncrewed systems

3rd June 2026

The Drone Summit saw more than 100 companies from 20 countries, including Latvia, Australia, Canada and Israel, presenting uncrewed surveillance and attack platforms. The event came just weeks after drones, believed to be Russian, invaded L...

US Air Force to fast-track capability development for GPS-denied operations

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US Air Force to fast-track capability development for GPS-denied operations

2nd June 2026

Over the next 18 months, the air force's research facility intends to accelerate the progress of resilient, autonomous solutions to support aircraft and helicopter deployments in DDIL overland and over-the-water scenarios.

Tactical connectivity built for contested environments

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Tactical connectivity built for contested environments

2nd June 2026

Modern tactical operations depend on resilient connectivity that can survive congestion, jamming, and rapidly evolving electronic warfare.

NATO countries test Canadian-made, high-speed “cannibal” drone

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NATO countries test Canadian-made, high-speed “cannibal” drone

2nd June 2026

INKAS Anuri CUAS drone has been built to engage consumer, commercial and modified first-person view enemy drones flying at speeds of up to 400 km/h.

May land forces roundup: counter-drone systems move up the agenda

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May land forces roundup: counter-drone systems move up the agenda

2nd June 2026

There has been a drive towards uncrewed aerial systems and defeating them in recent weeks, with NATO exercises addressing the danger, new systems unveiled and a new Latvian counter-drone unit stood up following recent incursions.

Peru partnership may serve as a template for South Korean naval exports into South America

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Peru partnership may serve as a template for South Korean naval exports into South America

1st June 2026

With a growing pipeline of naval modernisation programmes in South America, South Korean companies could be set to expand their presence in the region as recent contract wins highlight growing collaboration.

AUKUS plan B? Japan’s submarines stopgap gains traction

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AUKUS plan B? Japan’s submarines stopgap gains traction

1st June 2026

Australia’s Collins-class life of type extension has revived debate over whether Canberra needs a contingency plan as risks to every stage of the AUKUS pathway mount. With Japan newly open to exports, the case for a diesel-electric stopgap ...

Oshkosh to reoffer its Joint Light Tactical Vehicle as US Navy issues an RfI

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Oshkosh to reoffer its Joint Light Tactical Vehicle as US Navy issues an RfI

29th May 2026

Oshkosh Defense is positioning for a potential return to the JLTV programme after losing out to AM General in 2023, as the US Navy is considering options for 7,500 vehicles.

May drone digest: American loitering munition spending continues to drive market growth

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May drone digest: American loitering munition spending continues to drive market growth

29th May 2026

Loitering munition procurement has accelerated throughout May 2026 as militaries continue to prioritise the capability. The US has led this activity by advancing swarm-drone concepts, downselecting more drones for the Army’s LASSO programme...

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.

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